Dallas Cowboys owner and general manager Jerry Jones has intensified the NFL trade deadline drama by confirming the team has already made at least one trade, but is deliberately keeping the acquired player’s name a secret until the official paperwork is finalized on Tuesday.
Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!Jones’s comments suggest the move is a significant one aimed at bolstering the struggling defense.
Key Takeaways from Jones’s Statement:
- Trade Status: The deal is finalized but unannounced. Jones stated, “We certainly have made a trade… I’m going to wait and let you read about that when we send the papers in tomorrow.”
- The Target: Jones strongly hinted the acquisition is a defensive player, saying the move “will have them on the field immediately, and it will address some of the things that have been our shortcomings.”
- Defensive Urgency: The trade comes as the Cowboys’ defense has underperformed this season, allowing over 40 points twice and over 400 yards four times. The unit is viewed as the team’s biggest weakness.
- More to Come: Jones also hinted at further activity, suggesting the team “may make a couple more trades before that deadline.”
Trade Speculation
While the player’s identity is officially unknown, the need for an immediate defensive upgrade has fueled speculation, with analysts linking the Cowboys to high-impact defenders across the league, particularly edge rushers and linebackers.
- Outgoing Player Rumors: There are also reports that former first-round defensive tackle Mazi Smith is being shopped and was a healthy inactive for Monday night’s game, suggesting he could be involved in a deal.
The announcement is expected before the NFL trade deadline at 4 p.m. ET today.
