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Cowboys Have $30M Cap Space for Defensive Trade

9/9/2026

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Jerry Jones said the Cowboys are ready to trade for a defensive player.
He said restructuring Kenny Clark, DaRon Bland and Jake Ferguson contracts created over $19 million in cap space.
He added the cap flexibility now exceeds $30 million and can roll over for two to four seasons.
He hinted edge rusher Maxx Crosby could be a target, though no deal is imminent.

History

Historical Context

In 1994 the NFL imposed its first salary cap of $33.8 million, forcing teams to cut or trade players. Dallas faced roster changes as the new cap forced cuts, and after Jimmy Johnson’s resignation the Cowboys finished with a 12-4 record. The same discipline appears today as Jones restructures contracts, giving the Cowboys space and pressuring rivals such as the New England Patriots and Philadelphia Eagles.

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Story summary

Jerry Jones said the Cowboys are ready to trade for a defensive player.
He said restructuring Kenny Clark, DaRon Bland and Jake Ferguson contracts created over $19 million in cap space.
He added the cap flexibility now exceeds $30 million and can roll over for two to four seasons.
He hinted edge rusher Maxx Crosby could be a target, though no deal is imminent.

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