The Cowboys’ clash with the Ravens is going to be more than just a preseason tilt. It promises to be the crucible where emerging stars and on-the-bubble hopefuls can force their way into the regular season conversation. In the electric hum of the AT&T Stadium, every snap will double as both an audition and a proving ground for the final roster spots. But if you look closer, there’s a half-dozen Cowboys who aren’t just playing for spots. Instead, they’re aiming to shape the team’s identity when the games really count.

With the preseason spotlight swinging over Arlington, these players could define the night: Phil Mafah, Tyler Booker, Zion Childress, Damone Clark, Mazi Smith, and Rivaldo Fairweather. Here’s why their performances aren’t just preseason trivia, but the Cowboys

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