Cowboys Rumors: Former Panthers DT Dontari Poe Finalizing Contract with Dallas

The Dallas Cowboys are adding more depth to their defensive line after reportedly agreeing to a deal with Dontari Poe. 

Per NFL Network's Ian Rapoport, the two sides have agreed to basic terms and are working to finalize specific language in the contract, "but it will get done."

The Cowboys appear to be putting an emphasis on their rotation of defensive tackles this offseason. Gerald McCoy agreed to a three-year deal last week, per ESPN's Todd Archer. 

When their deals become finalized, Poe and McCoy will join a group on the defensive line that includes Demarcus Lawrence, Antwaun Woods, Joe Jackson and Dorance Armstrong. 

Poe was a first-round pick by the Kansas City Chiefs in 2012. He spent the first five years of his career with the organization, making the Pro Bowl in 2013 and 2014. 

When the Chiefs opted not to re-sign him following the 2016 season, Poe spent the following year with the Atlanta Falcons. The 29-year-old joined the Carolina Panthers on a three-year deal in March 2018, but he became a free agent this offseason when his option was declined by the team. 

In 11 games last season, Poe recorded 22 combined tackles, seven tackles for loss, six quarterback hits and four sacks.