The Dallas Cowboys are gearing up for the NFL trade deadline, an event they've been both familiar with and active in over the last few years. With a potential seventh trade in eight years on the horizon, owner and general manager Jerry Jones is keeping his options open.
Jones emphasized that the team is prepared to make strategic moves if the right opportunities arise. "We positioned ourselves to have ammunition to do things if we have an opportunity," he stated. This sentiment aligns with his recent comments that the Cowboys are open to discussions if the right deal presents itself.
However, Jones also made it clear that no trades are currently in the works. "I don't have a trade in mind right now, at all," he said. The focus remains on the current season and beyond, with a particular emphasis on bolstering the defense, which currently ranks last in yards allowed per game.
The Cowboys have the flexibility to make moves due to their cap room, thanks to the Micah Parsons trade, which included first-round picks and defensive tackle Kenny Clark, with whom they are only paying $2 million of his $20 million annual salary.
Additionally, the team is awaiting the return of injured players like linebacker DeMarvion Overshown and rookie cornerback Shavon Revel Jr. The challenge lies in assessing the impact of these players on the defense and determining if it justifies giving up valuable future assets.
Jones acknowledged the speculative nature of these decisions, stating, "It does add to try to speculate on how Overshown is going to impact this defense is speculation at best. Same thing with Revel." The team will carefully weigh the likelihood of these players' contributions and their potential impact on the team's future.
Jones concluded, "I'd be looking at after the bye." This suggests that the Cowboys will make any significant decisions post-bye week, allowing them to assess the team's performance and make informed choices.
