The Dallas Cowboys made it no secret that the main focus entering the 2026 season was improving on the defensive side of the ball. Last season, Dallas ranked No. 30 overall in total defense , which sparked a complete defensive rebuild. Dallas hired new defensive coordinator Christian Parker to lead the corner, and since taking the job, he has created plenty of buzz. The Cowboys signed several defensive free agents who have experience in Parker's scheme , while drafting Ohio State star safety Caleb Downs to give the team a potential superstar to build around . Parker and the defense will be key for the Cowboys to have a bounce-back season, which was what Hall of Famer Troy Aikman highlighted during an appearance on ESPN's Get Up ahead of the NFL schedule release. Key To Dallas' Bounce-Back Season Troy Aikman shares his thoughts on the Cowboys going into a new NFL season 🔥🔥🔥 pic.twitter.com/IkafcUGLLE — Law Nation Sports (@LawsNation) May 12, 2026 "I do like the hire of Christian Parker.…