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Trey Lance named captain as Cowboys take on Rams in Preseason Week 1

The Dallas Cowboys named their captains for the preseason debut against L.A. and Trey Lance will represent the offense.

Randy Gurzi

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Roughly 90 minutes before kickoff, the Dallas Cowboys announced their captains for their preseason opener against the Los Angeles Rams. Defensively, it was linebacker Damone Clark and Buddy Johnson got the special teams nod.

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As for the offensive captain, quarterback Trey Lance was chosen for the honor.

Lance will make his preseason debut with the Cowboys after being traded at the end of August last year. During the season, he was the third quarterback and never technically on the active roster.

Dallas declined the fifth-year option in his rookie deal, so that means Lance is entering the final season of his contract. He could wind up being a huge part of their future plans if he proves to be a capable option and the front office fails to get an extension in place for Dak Prescott.

Even if Prescott lands a new deal, this will be an important preseason for Lance. Showing his skills during the exhibition games could be what he needs to convince another team to give him a chance in 2025.

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