New Dallas Cowboys defensive tackle couldn't wait to show up for work

Energy has been the theme for the Dallas Cowboys since Brian Schottenheimer took over as head coach and newly signed defensive tackle Perrion Winfrey is bringing that to the table.

Cleveland Browns defensive tackle Perrion Winfrey participates in drills during the NFL football team's rookie minicamp in Berea / Jeff Lange / USA TODAY NETWORK

With training camp coming up in roughly a month, the Dallas Cowboys made a couple of moves to add more competition to the roster. On Wednesday, they waived 2024 seventh-round pick defensive tackle Justin Rogers and cornerback Luq Barcoo.

To replace their spots on the roster, they signed former Green Bay Packers cornerback Robert Rochell and UFL standout Perrion Winfrey at defensive tackle.

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Winfrey, who was a fourth-round pick for the Cleveland Browns in 2022, also spent time with new defensive line coach Aaron Whitecotton while playing for the New York Jets in 2023, but was injured in his first game with the team. He then spent 2024 with the Birmingham Stallions, where he was able to resurrect his career.

Not wanting to waste this second chance at making it in the NFL, Winfrey wasted no time getting to work. He posted a photo of himself at The Star, saying he was at work as soon as he got the code to the door.

Newly signed #Cowboys DT Perrion Winfrey already hitting the ground working at The Star.

He said, “soon as I got the code I was innit lol.”

Winfrey has a chance to really compete at DT in training camp.

(📸: @PerrionGSD on IG) pic.twitter.com/GOotmXVCwV

— Brandon Loree (@Brandoniswrite) June 20, 2025

Winfrey was a standout at Oklahoma, known for his pass-rushing ability from the interior. He was unable to make an impression in Cleveland, and was waived after being investigated for pulling a gun on a woman.

If he can stay motivated, there's talent there for sure. The Cowboys are hopeful the high character culture built by head coach Brian Schottenheimer will keep him focused and motivated.

Cleveland Browns defensive tackle Perrion Winfrey runs a drill during organized team activities at CrossCountry Mortgage Campus. / Ken Blaze-Imagn Images

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