The Dallas Cowboys have signed former New Orleans Saints pass rusher Payton Turner on a one-year, $3 million deal with $2 million guaranteed.

Selected as the No. 28 pick in the 2021 NFL Draft from the University of Houston, Turner has had a tumultuous career marred by injuries. In his last season with the Saints, he participated in 16 games, contributing 21 combined tackles and two sacks.

It’s a low-cost acquisition for the Cowboys, who are banking on his potential to contribute more effectively with sustained playtime following a frustrating start to his professional career. Can he leverage his talents to secure a pivotal role in the Cowboys’ defense?