Cowboys Re-Sign TE Princeton Fant to 1-Year Deal

Undrafted free agent tight end returns to Dallas after three seasons on the roster.

Mar. 13, 2026 at 7:34pm

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The Dallas Cowboys have re-signed tight end Princeton Fant to a one-year contract, according to a report. Fant, who joined the team in 2023 as an undrafted free agent out of Tennessee, will continue to contribute as a depth player and on special teams.

Why it matters

Retaining players like Princeton Fant demonstrates the Cowboys' commitment to building depth within the roster, particularly at positions where injuries can significantly impact performance. Although not a starter, Fant's experience within the system and special teams contributions offer valuable flexibility for the coaching staff.

The details

Fant has spent the majority of his three seasons with the Cowboys on the practice squad, appearing in a total of 11 games. His most active season was 2024, when he participated in eight games, primarily on special teams. He has accumulated 14 total offensive snaps in his NFL career, all occurring in 2024. At 6-foot-2 and 235 pounds, Fant provides physicality to the position and will look to earn a larger role in the 2026 season, competing with starter Jake Ferguson, Luke Schoonmaker, and Brevyn Spann-Ford.

  • Fant joined the Cowboys in 2023 as an undrafted free agent.
  • Fant's previous two-year contract expired at the end of the 2025 season.
  • Fant was re-signed to a new one-year contract on March 13, 2026.

The players

Princeton Fant

A tight end who joined the Dallas Cowboys in 2023 as an undrafted free agent out of Tennessee.

Jake Ferguson

The starting tight end for the Dallas Cowboys.

Luke Schoonmaker

A tight end on the Dallas Cowboys roster.

Brevyn Spann-Ford

A tight end on the Dallas Cowboys roster.

Lunda Wells

The tight ends coach for the Dallas Cowboys.

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What’s next

Fant will look to earn a larger role in the 2026 season, competing with the other tight ends on the Cowboys roster for playing time.

The takeaway

The Cowboys' decision to re-sign Princeton Fant highlights their focus on building depth and retaining players who contribute on special teams and provide valuable experience within the system, even if they are not starters.