Is Malik Hooker suddenly fighting for his place on the Dallas Cowboys roster?

Hooker missed Saturday’s training camp practice for personal reasons, but the bigger story is what awaits him when he returns. Dallas completely revamped its safety room this offseason, adding veterans Jalen Thompson and P.J. Locke before selecting superstar safety Caleb Downs with the No. 11 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.

With new defensive coordinator Christian Parker reshaping the Cowboys’ defense, Hooker’s role is no longer guaranteed. The 30-year-old veteran reworked his contract to a one-year, $5 million deal, but increased competition could make the final weeks of training camp critical for his future in Dallas.

Timm breaks down the Cowboys’ safety battle, Hooker’s roster outlook, Caleb Downs’ growing role and what to watch as Dallas prepares for its Aug. 11 joint practice with the Los Angeles Rams.

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