The Dallas Cowboys aren't done shedding veteran defensive players. After trading Everson Griffen to Detroit for a conditional sixth-round pick on Tuesday, the Cowboys are moving on from two more defensive players. 

On paper, the Dallas defensive line appeared menacing heading into the 2020 season. In reality, through two weeks, it's mostly been docile. That isn't lost on the Cowboys.

During the playing of the "Star-Spangled Banner," the majority of the Dallas Cowboys players stood, while DL Dontari Poe took a knee. Across the field, the Rams had multiple players kneeling and some standing. 

Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones said Tuesday that he wants to find a compromise with his players regarding protests during the national anthem this season and would prefer to implement a policy in which the team kneels before but not during the playing of the national anthem.

The Cowboys were able to scoop up a plethora of Pro Bowlers this offseason, including Dontari Poe and Everson Griffen. Jim Trotter examines the potential impact of these additions on Dallas' defense.

Against the Atlanta Falcons in Week 12, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers designed a scoring play for defensive tackle Vita Vea. A play that somehow resulted in a reward that far outweighed the risk.

New Panthers edge rusher Bruce Irvin says the revamped defensive front in Carolina reminds him of the legendary corps he was a part of in Seattle.

New Panthers defensive tackle Gerald McCoy held his introductory press conference Tuesday and spoke on the factors that led to his decision, including the team's potential as a Super Bowl contender.

Gerald McCoy has made his decision -- and he's staying in the NFC South. The free-agent defensive tackle is signing a one-year deal with the Carolina Panthers worth roughly $8 million.

How did the Panthers do in replacing Julius Peppers? Which Buccaneers pick raised eyebrows across America? Gennaro Filice provides draft grades, surprises and sleepers for the NFC South.

What makes Nick Bosa an exceptional match for GM John Lynch's San Francisco 49ers? Gil Brandt finds team fits for six top pass-rushing prospects.

Exit Julius Peppers. Enter Bruce Irvin. The Carolina Panthers have signed the latter defensive end, a source told NFL Network's Tiffany Blackmon on Tuesday.

The Eagles allowed four sacks for the first time in weeks. Nick Shook is here to set the record straight on how much of that was on Philadelphia's offensive line and how well it has been protecting Carson Wentz of late.

Football is back ... finally! The defending Super Bowl champion Eagles kick off the 2018 season Thursday night when the Falcons roll into Philly. Jeremy Bergman breaks down five things to watch.

Elliot Harrison provides his NFL hierarchy -- from No. 1 to No. 32 -- heading into Week 1 of the 2018 season. How does the Khalil Mack trade affect the Bears and Raiders? Which is the only AFC team in the top five? Check out the updated Power Rankings.

Will Calvin Ridley help return the Falcons' offense to the ranks of the elite? Can Marcus Davenport elevate the Saints' pass rush? Herbie Teope gets you ready for camp in the NFC South.

Cam Newton's play (and swag) carried Carolina to the playoffs in four of the past five seasons. Adam Rank lists five reasons, including SuperCam, why the Panthers will make the postseason again in 2018.

Lance Zierlein takes a stab at projecting the compensatory picks for the 2019 NFL Draft. The Patriots and Rams are among the teams positioned to receive the most value when the picks are awarded next year.

With all due respect to the Steelers, do the Saints boast the NFL's top triplets? Is Cam Newton in position to regain MVP form? Will Tampa Bay flip the script on defense? Gregg Rosenthal examines the loaded lineups across the NFC South.

Cynthia Frelund uses a predictive model to identify the five best value picks of Day 2 of the 2018 NFL Draft. Did the Packers strike it rich in Round 2 with Josh Jackson?

Curtis Conway reveals his mock draft 1.0 and projects three quarterbacks to go in the top five picks. His first-round forecast also calls for a surprising slide for Derwin James.

From pick No. 1 (Wyoming QB Josh Allen) to No. 256 (Limestone WR Vyncint Smith), Chad Reuter reveals his seven-round mock of the 2018 NFL Draft, which includes some blockbuster trades.

Gregg Rosenthal evaluates NFL decision makers with his GM power ranking. How much did last season help Howie Roseman? Where does Ozzie Newsome stand at the end of his career?

Who's the 2018 NFL Draft's most overrated interior D-lineman? Most underrated? Sleeper to watch? Chad Reuter explores this year's class at the position.

After losing out on the Ndamukong Suh sweepstakes, the Titans have moved on to Plan B at defensive tackle. Tennessee announced Sunday that it has agreed to terms with Bennie Logan.

Watch the highlights from the Week 10 game between the Carolina Panthers and the Green Bay Packers.

Watch the highlights from the Week 9 matchup between the Tennessee Titans and Carolina Panthers.

Carolina Panthers defensive tackle Dontari Poe drops Tennessee Titans quarterback Ryan Tannehill with an arm-over swim move sack.

Watch the highlights from the Week 6 game between the Carolina Panthers and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers from London.

See the best plays from the Carolina Panthers defense in a Week 6 win against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.