The Dallas Cowboys have quietly been making moves lately, but they began the week with a low-profile action that brings them closer to finalizing the team’s coaching staff.
On Monday, it was revealed that the Cowboys would be bringing on former NFL wide receiver Tiquan Underwood as an assistant wide receivers coach.
As per NFL insider Albert Breer, Underwood received interest from Florida State University prior to opting to remain in the league.
Underwood was the assistant wide receivers coach for the New England Patriots last season.
He has additionally coached at Lafayette, the Miami Dolphins in the role of offensive quality control coach, Rutgers as a wide receivers coach, and Pitt as both the wide receivers coach and passing game coordinator.
Following his time at Rutgers, Underwood was selected in the seventh round of the 2009 NFL Draft by the Jacksonville Jaguars. He also had periods with the Patriots, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, and Carolina Panthers before playing in the CFL.
Although Underwood’s hiring might not create significant impact, it is a noteworthy addition.
Could this hiring suggest that the team intends to draft a wide receiver or trade for one he might know?
Only time can determine, but currently, the Cowboys are nearing the completion of their coaching staff.