Xavier Woods

Safety Xavier Woods discusses the importance of sound communication across the defense moving forward.

While the Cowboys are again in the discussion to potentially add more safety help, Xavier Woods has bene here before and says he's confident in his ability and not worried about what he can't control.

Dallas Cowboys safety Xavier Woods swallows up Philadelphia Eagles running back Miles Sanders on third down.

Xavier Woods talks about his NFC Defensive Player of the Week award and the Cowboys' weekly improvement on defense.

Dallas Cowboys jar ball from Daniel Jones on third-down scramble for key turnover.

Dallas Cowboys defensive back Xavier Woods picks off New York Giants rookie quarterback Daniel Jones.

Xavier Woods spoke to reporters on Friday about his return from an ankle injury and his availability Sunday against the Saints.

Xavier Woods arrived at training camp Sunday after the birth of his daughter last week.

Bill Jones, Lindsay Draper, Mickey Spagnola and Dave Helman are back on 'The Blitz'. This week Sean Lee joins Mickey and talks how the defense is progressing in the offseason, Lindsay presents the current state of Jaylon Smith and Dave introduces rookie safety Xavier Woods.

In searching for ways to fix the Cowboys' defense, Xavier Woods said it starts with better communication.

Finally, some good news on the Cowboys' injury front.

Once again, the Cowboys are surrounded by speculation about the safety position. But entering his fourth year with the team, Xavier Woods says he's no longer bothered by the chatter.

The Cowboys have some major changes at the safety position, from players lost to new coaches to the addition of a former first-round pick that could make an immediate impact. 

How will changes on defense impact Xavier Woods? We continue our player evaluation series with the fourth-year free safety.

Cowboys safety Xavier Woods can sense a new energy with a new staff but refused to place total blame on the previous regime. He said the players need to be held accountable, including himself. But he also has a big prediction for next year. 

With all the speculation about the Cowboys' safeties, Xavier Woods chose the perfect moment to play the most impactful game of his career.

It's only been five days, so it's understandable that Xavier Woods is still processing fatherhood.