DAL Julius Wood
NFL player. Position: S. Team: DAL.
Quick Facts
- Position: S (Safety)
- Team: DAL (Dallas Cowboys)
2026 Outlook
Backup safety competing for rotational snaps. Early preseason performance shows promise, earning an 83.0 PFF grade and ranking 9th among all safeties in preseason play after two weeks. Promoted to starter role in week 2 vs Arizona, suggesting the Cowboys' coaching staff sees him as a viable depth option for the secondary. (per 2026 Cowboys preseason: These stats are becoming hard to ignore)
Preseason week 3 / roster battle (Aug 29): Returned from concussion to action in preseason finale vs Saints. Recorded 6 tackles in the game and competed directly with Markquese Bell for the final safety spot. Despite strong play, HC Brian Schottenheimer's "effusive praise" of Bell's special teams prowess signals Bell will make the cut. Wood's roster status now precarious—likely cut or relegated to practice squad unless he forces his way onto the active roster. (per Cowboys injury updates from preseason Week 3)
Role / Depth Chart
Backup safety. Promoted to starter in week 2 preseason.
Injury Status
Recent News
- 2026-08-24 — Cowboys preseason week 2 performance analysis (2026 Cowboys preseason: These stats are becoming hard to ignore)
Open Questions
- Will Julius Wood earn increased playing time during the regular season?