The Dallas Cowboys have made significant changes to their defense this year, with owner and General Manager Jerry Jones stating that they are rebuilding the team. The team has also added key players to the draft, including safety Caleb Downs and pass rusher Malachi Lawrence, and defensive edge rusher Jaishawn Barham and linebacker Dee Winters from the 49ers. Jones stated that with these additions, the defense is a much different than it has been in recent years and that the team is looking to rebuild itself. Head coach Brian Schottenheimer credits the efforts to the team's progress to his late father, longtime NFL head coach Marty Schotteneme, who would have loved the players they're adding.