DaRon Bland continues work at new position during Cowboys OTAs

Dallas Cowboys fans have heard it enough to be annoyed; however, this team was decimated by injuries this past season.

One of the team's top defensive players, DaRon Bland, suffered a stress fracture in his foot that sidelined him for over half the season.

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However, 2025 brings brighter days, and Bland has been putting in the work during the team's recent OTA session. Most interestingly, Bland has been playing in the slot, including an individual drill.

Cowboys Pro Bowl CB Daron Bland was a slot cornerback again today.
Schotty says he understands Blands hesitancy to play the slot in a contract year but it is still early and they don’t have all their guys out there. He plans to play best five in secondary
— Clarence Hill Jr (@clarencehilljr) May 29, 2025

Bland, who is one of the team's top cornerbacks, could move inside to help make up for the loss of Jourdan Lewis, one of the NFL's top slot cornerbacks, during free agency.

Bland being willing to play slot would help the defense in several aspects.

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In 2023, Bland led the league in interceptions with nine and took five of those back for a touchdown, which is an NFL record.

Dallas Cowboys cornerback DaRon Bland celebrates with teammates during the second half against the Seattle Seahawks at AT&T Stadium. | Tim Heitman-Imagn Images

Bland didn't get the chance to build off of his All-Pro season due to his injury. However, it feels the former fifth-round pick knows what the mission is this season.

It's not being said enough, probably because many are tired of talking about the Cowboys. However, this team can be very dangerous in 2025. But health will once again be a major concern. Bland is already putting in the work for a major 2025 season, and he's ready to eat.

Dallas Cowboys cornerback DaRon Bland eats a turkey leg after the Cowboys victory over the Washington Commanders. | Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

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