The Dallas Cowboys Change Their Defense

May 3, 2026, 14:44
USSports

Introduction

The Dallas Cowboys are changing how they play defense. They are also talking about money with their players.

Main Body

Coach Brian Schottenheimer chose a new leader for the defense. His name is Christian Parker. Parker wants a better team. He brought in new players like Jalen Thompson, Caleb Downs, and Malachi Lawrence. They also got Rashan Gary to help stop the other team. Some people think they need one more old player named Bosa to be even better. Now, the team is talking to George Pickens about his contract. George wants more money. But the team has the power. George had problems with his old team, so other teams do not want him.

Conclusion

The Dallas Cowboys have a new plan for defense and they are winning the money talks with players.

Learning

⚡ The 'Action' Word

Look at how we describe things happening right now in the story:

  • Changing → Changing how they play.
  • Talking → Talking about money.
  • Winning → Winning the talks.

The Simple Secret: When you see -ing, it usually means the action is currently in progress.

A2 Shortcut: To make these sentences, use: AM / IS / ARE + [Word]ing

  • I am talking.
  • He is winning.
  • They are changing.

📦 People and Things (The 'Who')

Notice how the text names people first, then explains them:

  • Christian Parker →\rightarrow a new leader
  • George Pickens →\rightarrow a player

In English, we often put the Name first and the Job/Role second to be clear.

Vocabulary Learning

defense
the act of protecting a team from the opponent's attacks
Example:The Cowboys worked hard on their defense.
coach
a person who trains and leads a sports team
Example:The coach gave a speech before the game.
leader
someone who directs or guides a group
Example:Parker was chosen as the new leader.
team
a group of people working together
Example:The Cowboys are a strong team.
player
a person who plays a sport or game
Example:Jalen Thompson is a new player.
contract
a written agreement that sets terms
Example:George Pickens signed a new contract.
money
currency used for buying goods and services
Example:They are talking about money.
plan
a set of ideas to achieve a goal
Example:They have a new plan for defense.
win
to be successful or achieve victory
Example:They will win the game.
talk
to speak about a subject
Example:They want to talk about contracts.