(Editor's Note: As part of the preparation for training camp, this series will introduce 25 players who are new to the Cowboys' roster, rookies and veterans alike. We'll continue with cornerback Josh DeBerry.)
How He Got Here: DeBerry is listed as a rookie free agent from Texas A&M, but he only spent one season in College Station, starting seven games for the Aggies in 2023. During his one season in the SEC, DeBerry tied for the team lead with seven pass deflections and two interceptions. But the majority of his collegiate career was at Boston College, where he played four seasons for the Eagles. During that span, DeBerry played in 39 games, registering 158 tackles with 19 pass breakups and four interceptions.
What's Next: It's not like any undrafted free agent has an easy road to make the roster, but it seems pretty challenging for DeBerry, who joins a cornerback room that is not only experienced, but pretty youthful as well as both Trevon Diggs and DaRon Bland will begin training camp at the age of 25. Sure, there's veteran Jourdan Lewis returning as the third corner, but the rest of the positions will be fought for by the likes of Nahshon Wright, rookie Caelen Carson, Josh Butler and then DeBerry. But every year, there seems to a handful of UDFAs that become the surprise of camp. This could happen for DeBerry if he proves he can compete with the receivers in 1-on-1 drills, isn't afraid to mix it up in the run game and of course, finds a way to shine on special teams.
Did You Know: DeBerry earned All-ACC honors three straight years for Boston College, earning honorable mention in 2020 and 2022 and was a second-team selection in 2021.
