Cowboys’ Week 2 unofficial depth chart shows safety and linebacker replacements

With Hooker and Overshown injured, Dallas’ Week 2 depth chart lists Locke/Downs and Barham/James as the likely next men up in the defensive back and linebacker spots.

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- Hooker projected out for several weeks; Locke listed as co‑starter in subpackage duties
- Caleb Downs expected to slide into a primary safety role alongside Jalen Thompson
- Coaching staff will split snaps to cover experience gaps
- Depth chart lists Barham and James as candidates to fill middle/backup linebacker snaps
- Barham showed camp upside but has limited NFL experience
- James brings prior on‑field snaps and may be the safer early choice for communication

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