> **Offensive MVP: WR KaVontae Turpin**
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> Don’t expect KaVontae Turpin to be a 700-yard receiver this season, but don’t be surprised if his offensive value sees a sharp uptick in the [first year under Brian Schottenheimer](https://www.star-telegram.com/sports/nfl/dallas-cowboys/article311694834.html).
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> With each practice, Turpin made a play in the receiving game that resulted in a big gain, from tunnel screens to quick drag routes and deep crossers to even getting snaps at running back. His increased knowledge of route concepts is starting to show as he enters his fourth season.
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> And while he has already cemented himself as one of the league’s best return threats with two Pro Bowl nods, he looks poised to add even further value to his name with an increased offensive role.
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> “No fear, that’s the kick return mentality,” Schottenheimer said of Turpin. “He doesn’t need a lot of space. ... He’s just dynamic. He’s a weapon. This is a guy that can impact a game. ... He’s just a guy we want to move all over the field.”
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> **Defensive MVP: CB Kaiir Elam**
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> There were a lot of questions surrounding the cornerback position going into camp — and, granted, there still are — but Kaiir Elam has been a breath of fresh air for a room that is waiting to get back multiple injured players.
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> After being acquired from the Buffalo Bills in a trade this offseason, Elam has shown up in multiple practices with interceptions and pass deflections. His man coverage abilities have shown up, and even the zone concepts he struggled with at times in Buffalo have seen improvement under his new system in Dallas. Elam finished training camp with a team-high three interceptions.
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> “He’s playing with a lot of confidence,” Schottenheimer said. “He’s been the same guy every day since he got here when we signed up. He had a really good spring. ... He’s one of those guys that has elite feet, elite change of direction, but I see him growing in the mental side of it. A change of scenery helps a lot of people.”