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Cowboys Eye Defensive Trades Before November Deadline

10/25/2025

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Summary

Story summary

The Dallas Cowboys explore options to strengthen their defense before the November 4 trade deadline.
They have been linked to Maxx Crosby (Las Vegas Raiders) and Demario Davis (New Orleans Saints).
The trade comes after Micah Parsons, while Dallas has $30 million in cap space and two first-round picks.
Jerry Jones remains cautious about changes as the defense ranks last and Dak Prescott leads the offense.

History

Historical Context

In 2019, the NFL trade deadline highlighted a trend where teams, like the Dallas Cowboys, sought defensive upgrades to improve playoff prospects. With $30 million in cap space, the Cowboys considered players such as Maxx Crosby and Demario Davis. This reflects a historical pattern of strategic trades reshaping team dynamics, crucial for championship pursuits in subsequent seasons.

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Story summary

The Dallas Cowboys explore options to strengthen their defense before the November 4 trade deadline.
They have been linked to Maxx Crosby (Las Vegas Raiders) and Demario Davis (New Orleans Saints).
The trade comes after Micah Parsons, while Dallas has $30 million in cap space and two first-round picks.
Jerry Jones remains cautious about changes as the defense ranks last and Dak Prescott leads the offense.

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