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Cowboys' DeMarvion Overshown talks Cowboy dreams on and off the field ahead of season
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· August 2, 2026
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Key takeaway After two knee surgeries limited him to 19 games in his first two NFL seasons, Overshown is now fully healthy.
Cowboys linebacker DeMarvion Overshown is looking to make an impact on the field this season. After two knee surgeries limited him to 19 games in his first two NFL seasons, Overshown is now fully healthy. 2 tackles per game so far in his career.
Overshown is playing the middle linebacker position and is confident in his abilities. He believes his new role will allow him to make more plays. The Cowboys have not officially announced Overshown as the starter at middle linebacker, as he is currently in a rotation with other players.
Further details on Overshown's role and expectations for the upcoming season are available from The Dallas Morning News.
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Category: western Published: August 2, 2026 Source: NBC DFW Reading time: 1 min
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