{"id":158047,"date":"2026-02-28T23:49:24","date_gmt":"2026-02-28T23:49:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sportnews.azontree.com\/?p=158047"},"modified":"2026-02-28T23:49:24","modified_gmt":"2026-02-28T23:49:24","slug":"dallas-just-unleashed-66-million-the-cowboys-cleared-massive-cap-space-and-now-six-star-names-are-circling-including-maxx-crosby-in-a-potential-spending-spree-that-could-instantly-transf","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sportnews.azontree.com\/?p=158047","title":{"rendered":"DALLAS JUST UNLEASHED $66 MILLION: The Cowboys Cleared Massive Cap Space \u2014 And Now Six Star Names Are Circling, Including Maxx Crosby, In A Potential Spending Spree That Could Instantly Transform The Identity Of This Defense"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"114\">The Dallas Cowboys entered the weekend staring at what many around the league described as salary cap paralysis.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"114\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/media.sportsnaut.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/width=788,height=444,fit=crop,quality=90,gravity=auto,sharpen=1,metadata=none,format=auto,onerror=redirect\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/NFL-Denver-Broncos-at-Las-Vegas-Raiders-27767779-1.jpg\" alt=\"Cowboys Clear $66 Million in Cap Space: 6 Stars They Could Soon Target, Including  Maxx Crosby\" \/><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"116\" data-end=\"313\">After placing the franchise tag on wide receiver <strong data-start=\"165\" data-end=\"206\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">George Pickens<\/span><\/span><\/strong>, Dallas appeared boxed in financially, with limited flexibility to address glaring defensive weaknesses.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"315\" data-end=\"341\">Then everything changed.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"343\" data-end=\"538\">According to <strong data-start=\"356\" data-end=\"397\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Adam Schefter<\/span><\/span><\/strong>, the Cowboys are restructuring multiple major contracts, a move expected to create a staggering $66 million in cap space almost overnight.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"540\" data-end=\"682\">The financial pivot transforms Dallas from a team trapped by numbers into one suddenly positioned to reshape its roster in dramatic fashion.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"684\" data-end=\"719\">The Moves That Opened the Door<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"721\" data-end=\"946\">The restructures will impact cornerstone players including quarterback <strong data-start=\"792\" data-end=\"833\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Dak Prescott<\/span><\/span><\/strong>, star receiver <strong data-start=\"849\" data-end=\"890\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">CeeDee Lamb<\/span><\/span><\/strong>, and guard <strong data-start=\"902\" data-end=\"943\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Tyler Smith<\/span><\/span><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"948\" data-end=\"1164\">Owner <strong data-start=\"954\" data-end=\"995\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Jerry Jones<\/span><\/span><\/strong> also indicated that deals involving defensive linemen Kenny Clark, Quinnen Williams, and Osa Odighizuwa would be reworked, significantly lowering their 2026 cap hits.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1166\" data-end=\"1314\">Jones reinforced the aggressive tone at the NFL Combine, declaring that Dallas intends to spend more in free agency than it has in previous years.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1316\" data-end=\"1486\">The timing is critical, because while the Cowboys fielded one of the league\u2019s most explosive offenses in 2025, their defense collapsed far too often in pivotal moments.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"1488\" data-end=\"1522\">Defense Is the Clear Priority<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"1524\" data-end=\"1644\">Trading <strong data-start=\"1532\" data-end=\"1573\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Micah Parsons<\/span><\/span><\/strong> before last season reshaped the defensive identity of the franchise.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1646\" data-end=\"1800\">Without a dominant edge presence, Dallas fell near the bottom of the league in sacks, allowing opposing quarterbacks far too much comfort in the pocket.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1802\" data-end=\"1919\">While the interior defensive line remains strong, perimeter pressure and secondary consistency remain urgent needs.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1921\" data-end=\"2046\">With $66 million suddenly available, the Cowboys can now explore high end solutions instead of settling for depth signings.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2048\" data-end=\"2103\">Here are six stars Dallas could realistically pursue.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"2105\" data-end=\"2108\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"2110\" data-end=\"2136\">1. Minkah Fitzpatrick<\/h2>\n<div class=\"no-scrollbar flex min-h-36 flex-nowrap gap-0.5 overflow-auto sm:gap-1 sm:overflow-hidden xl:min-h-44 mt-1 mb-5 [&amp;:not(:first-child)]:mt-4\">\n<div class=\"border-token-border-default relative w-32 shrink-0 overflow-hidden rounded-xl border-[0.5px] md:shrink max-h-64 sm:w-[calc((100%-0.5rem)\/3)] rounded-s-xl\">\n<div class=\"group\/search-image @container\/search-image relative rounded-[inherit] h-full w-full\">\n<div><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"bg-token-main-surface-tertiary m-0 h-full w-full object-cover\" src=\"https:\/\/gsp-image-cdn.wmsports.io\/cms\/prod\/bleacher-report\/ap_images\/47b51e7df95043a8830094642345be1e\/Chargers_Dolphins_Football_37124_5379x3026_%280%2C281%29.jpg\" alt=\"https:\/\/gsp-image-cdn.wmsports.io\/cms\/prod\/bleacher-report\/ap_images\/47b51e7df95043a8830094642345be1e\/Chargers_Dolphins_Football_37124_5379x3026_%280%2C281%29.jpg\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"border-token-border-default relative w-32 shrink-0 overflow-hidden rounded-xl border-[0.5px] md:shrink max-h-64 sm:w-[calc((100%-0.5rem)\/3)]\">\n<div class=\"group\/search-image @container\/search-image relative rounded-[inherit] h-full w-full\">\n<div><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"bg-token-main-surface-tertiary m-0 h-full w-full object-cover\" src=\"https:\/\/static.clubs.nfl.com\/image\/private\/t_editorial_landscape_12_desktop\/steelers\/ugk5vayt70egagpfb1ba\" alt=\"https:\/\/static.clubs.nfl.com\/image\/private\/t_editorial_landscape_12_desktop\/steelers\/ugk5vayt70egagpfb1ba\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"border-token-border-default relative w-32 shrink-0 overflow-hidden rounded-xl border-[0.5px] md:shrink max-h-64 sm:w-[calc((100%-0.5rem)\/3)] rounded-e-xl\">\n<div class=\"group\/search-image @container\/search-image relative rounded-[inherit] h-full w-full\">\n<div><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"bg-token-main-surface-tertiary m-0 h-full w-full object-cover\" src=\"https:\/\/static.clubs.nfl.com\/image\/upload\/t_new_photo_album\/steelers\/mktfedpvydnyqnifusv6.jpg\" alt=\"https:\/\/static.clubs.nfl.com\/image\/upload\/t_new_photo_album\/steelers\/mktfedpvydnyqnifusv6.jpg\" \/><\/div>\n<div class=\"pointer-events-none absolute inset-x-2 bottom-2 z-20 flex max-w-[calc(100%-1rem)] flex-wrap items-end justify-end gap-1.5\">\n<div class=\"shrink-0\">\n<div class=\"flex items-center gap-1 rounded-full px-2 py-1.5 text-white backdrop-blur-md backdrop-brightness-75\"><span class=\"text-xs font-semibold\">4<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p data-start=\"2182\" data-end=\"2331\">Five time Pro Bowler <strong data-start=\"2203\" data-end=\"2244\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Minkah Fitzpatrick<\/span><\/span><\/strong> has reportedly been made available by the <strong data-start=\"2287\" data-end=\"2328\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Miami Dolphins<\/span><\/span><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2333\" data-end=\"2430\">Previously, Dallas lacked the cap space to absorb his contract. That obstacle no longer exists.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2432\" data-end=\"2607\">At 29, Fitzpatrick remains one of the most versatile safeties in football, capable of playing deep coverage, man assignments, and even stepping into the slot when necessary.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2609\" data-end=\"2779\">If Dallas selects a cornerback in the first round of the draft, pairing that rookie with a veteran ball hawk like Fitzpatrick would immediately stabilize the secondary.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"2781\" data-end=\"2784\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"2786\" data-end=\"2810\">2. Trey Hendrickson<\/h2>\n<div class=\"no-scrollbar flex min-h-36 flex-nowrap gap-0.5 overflow-auto sm:gap-1 sm:overflow-hidden xl:min-h-44 mt-1 mb-5 [&amp;:not(:first-child)]:mt-4\">\n<div class=\"border-token-border-default relative w-32 shrink-0 overflow-hidden rounded-xl border-[0.5px] md:shrink max-h-64 sm:w-[calc((100%-0.5rem)\/3)] rounded-s-xl\">\n<div class=\"group\/search-image @container\/search-image relative rounded-[inherit] h-full w-full\">\n<div><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"bg-token-main-surface-tertiary m-0 h-full w-full object-cover\" src=\"https:\/\/images.openai.com\/static-rsc-3\/z9RoqS9qb3eGDFk3fYN2jP0c2PoyJdC0qy2qN_eby0zuclijPzU9DiA0HtUqB1jIv0XWR7n0kpcaOD5_G2daop7ytcP_EztDNBTaN3Zsi5s?purpose=fullsize&amp;v=1\" alt=\"https:\/\/images.openai.com\/static-rsc-3\/z9RoqS9qb3eGDFk3fYN2jP0c2PoyJdC0qy2qN_eby0zuclijPzU9DiA0HtUqB1jIv0XWR7n0kpcaOD5_G2daop7ytcP_EztDNBTaN3Zsi5s?purpose=fullsize&amp;v=1\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"border-token-border-default relative w-32 shrink-0 overflow-hidden rounded-xl border-[0.5px] md:shrink max-h-64 sm:w-[calc((100%-0.5rem)\/3)]\">\n<div class=\"group\/search-image @container\/search-image relative rounded-[inherit] h-full w-full\">\n<div><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"bg-token-main-surface-tertiary m-0 h-full w-full object-cover\" src=\"https:\/\/a1.espncdn.com\/combiner\/i?img=%2Fphoto%2F2024%2F0627%2Fr1351233_1296x729_16-9.jpg\" alt=\"https:\/\/a1.espncdn.com\/combiner\/i?img=%2Fphoto%2F2024%2F0627%2Fr1351233_1296x729_16-9.jpg\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"border-token-border-default relative w-32 shrink-0 overflow-hidden rounded-xl border-[0.5px] md:shrink max-h-64 sm:w-[calc((100%-0.5rem)\/3)] rounded-e-xl\">\n<div class=\"group\/search-image @container\/search-image relative rounded-[inherit] h-full w-full\">\n<div><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"bg-token-main-surface-tertiary m-0 h-full w-full object-cover\" src=\"https:\/\/static.clubs.nfl.com\/image\/private\/t_landscape_tablet\/bengals\/xvtfk0eruebg8bzhadsi.jpg\" alt=\"https:\/\/static.clubs.nfl.com\/image\/private\/t_landscape_tablet\/bengals\/xvtfk0eruebg8bzhadsi.jpg\" \/><\/div>\n<div class=\"pointer-events-none absolute inset-x-2 bottom-2 z-20 flex max-w-[calc(100%-1rem)] flex-wrap items-end justify-end gap-1.5\">\n<div class=\"shrink-0\">\n<div class=\"flex items-center gap-1 rounded-full px-2 py-1.5 text-white backdrop-blur-md backdrop-brightness-75\"><span class=\"text-xs font-semibold\">4<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p data-start=\"2858\" data-end=\"3012\">Few edge rushers have been as consistently disruptive as <strong data-start=\"2915\" data-end=\"2958\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Trey Hendrickson<\/span><\/span><\/strong> of the <strong data-start=\"2966\" data-end=\"3009\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Cincinnati Bengals<\/span><\/span><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3014\" data-end=\"3129\">Dallas desperately needs a premier pass rusher to replace Parsons\u2019 production, and Hendrickson fits that profile.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3131\" data-end=\"3263\">The downside is financial concentration. A contract for Hendrickson would consume a sizable portion of the newly created cap room.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3265\" data-end=\"3396\">However, if the Cowboys want an immediate sack leader who commands double teams, he may be the most impactful addition available.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"3398\" data-end=\"3401\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"3403\" data-end=\"3421\">3. Odafe Oweh<\/h2>\n<div class=\"no-scrollbar flex min-h-36 flex-nowrap gap-0.5 overflow-auto sm:gap-1 sm:overflow-hidden xl:min-h-44 mt-1 mb-5 [&amp;:not(:first-child)]:mt-4\">\n<div class=\"border-token-border-default relative w-32 shrink-0 overflow-hidden rounded-xl border-[0.5px] md:shrink max-h-64 sm:w-[calc((100%-0.5rem)\/3)] rounded-s-xl\">\n<div class=\"group\/search-image @container\/search-image relative rounded-[inherit] h-full w-full\">\n<div><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"bg-token-main-surface-tertiary m-0 h-full w-full object-cover\" src=\"https:\/\/ravenswire.usatoday.com\/gcdn\/authoring\/images\/smg\/2025\/02\/23\/SRAV\/79910568007-55-109583.jpeg?auto=webp&amp;crop=1272%2C716%2Cx0%2Cy66&amp;format=pjpg&amp;height=371&amp;width=660\" alt=\"https:\/\/ravenswire.usatoday.com\/gcdn\/authoring\/images\/smg\/2025\/02\/23\/SRAV\/79910568007-55-109583.jpeg?auto=webp&amp;crop=1272%2C716%2Cx0%2Cy66&amp;format=pjpg&amp;height=371&amp;width=660\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"border-token-border-default relative w-32 shrink-0 overflow-hidden rounded-xl border-[0.5px] md:shrink max-h-64 sm:w-[calc((100%-0.5rem)\/3)]\">\n<div class=\"group\/search-image @container\/search-image relative rounded-[inherit] h-full w-full\">\n<div><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"bg-token-main-surface-tertiary m-0 h-full w-full object-cover\" src=\"https:\/\/images2.minutemediacdn.com\/image\/upload\/c_crop%2Cx_0%2Cy_0%2Cw_7431%2Ch_4179\/c_fill%2Cw_720%2Car_16%3A9%2Cf_auto%2Cq_auto%2Cg_auto\/images\/GettyImages\/mmsport\/26\/01k9408hmm555cax5ps2.jpg\" alt=\"https:\/\/images2.minutemediacdn.com\/image\/upload\/c_crop%2Cx_0%2Cy_0%2Cw_7431%2Ch_4179\/c_fill%2Cw_720%2Car_16%3A9%2Cf_auto%2Cq_auto%2Cg_auto\/images\/GettyImages\/mmsport\/26\/01k9408hmm555cax5ps2.jpg\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"border-token-border-default relative w-32 shrink-0 overflow-hidden rounded-xl border-[0.5px] md:shrink max-h-64 sm:w-[calc((100%-0.5rem)\/3)] rounded-e-xl\">\n<div class=\"group\/search-image @container\/search-image relative rounded-[inherit] h-full w-full\">\n<div><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"bg-token-main-surface-tertiary m-0 h-full w-full object-cover\" src=\"https:\/\/ravenswire.usatoday.com\/gcdn\/authoring\/images\/smg\/2025\/01\/12\/SMGW\/77651537007-55-103608.jpeg?auto=webp&amp;fit=crop&amp;format=pjpg&amp;height=440&amp;width=660\" alt=\"https:\/\/ravenswire.usatoday.com\/gcdn\/authoring\/images\/smg\/2025\/01\/12\/SMGW\/77651537007-55-103608.jpeg?auto=webp&amp;fit=crop&amp;format=pjpg&amp;height=440&amp;width=660\" \/><\/div>\n<div class=\"pointer-events-none absolute inset-x-2 bottom-2 z-20 flex max-w-[calc(100%-1rem)] flex-wrap items-end justify-end gap-1.5\">\n<div class=\"shrink-0\">\n<div class=\"flex items-center gap-1 rounded-full px-2 py-1.5 text-white backdrop-blur-md backdrop-brightness-75\"><span class=\"text-xs font-semibold\">4<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p data-start=\"3469\" data-end=\"3616\">If Dallas prefers to spread its spending across multiple positions, <strong data-start=\"3537\" data-end=\"3580\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Odafe Oweh<\/span><\/span><\/strong> offers an intriguing alternative.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3618\" data-end=\"3751\">The 27 year old veteran has recorded 17.5 sacks over the past two seasons, showing clear development as a disruptive edge presence.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3753\" data-end=\"3870\">While not yet in the elite tier, Oweh combines youth, upward trajectory, and affordability relative to Hendrickson.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3872\" data-end=\"3984\">For a defense seeking balance rather than one headline splash, Oweh could represent smart roster construction.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"3986\" data-end=\"3989\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"3991\" data-end=\"4009\">4. Bryan Cook<\/h2>\n<div class=\"no-scrollbar flex min-h-36 flex-nowrap gap-0.5 overflow-auto sm:gap-1 sm:overflow-hidden xl:min-h-44 mt-1 mb-5 [&amp;:not(:first-child)]:mt-4\">\n<div class=\"border-token-border-default relative w-32 shrink-0 overflow-hidden rounded-xl border-[0.5px] md:shrink max-h-64 sm:w-[calc((100%-0.5rem)\/3)] rounded-s-xl\">\n<div class=\"group\/search-image @container\/search-image relative rounded-[inherit] h-full w-full\">\n<div><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"bg-token-main-surface-tertiary m-0 h-full w-full object-cover\" src=\"https:\/\/a.espncdn.com\/combiner\/i?img=%2Fi%2Fheadshots%2Fnfl%2Fplayers%2Ffull%2F4247726.png\" alt=\"https:\/\/a.espncdn.com\/combiner\/i?img=%2Fi%2Fheadshots%2Fnfl%2Fplayers%2Ffull%2F4247726.png\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"border-token-border-default relative w-32 shrink-0 overflow-hidden rounded-xl border-[0.5px] md:shrink max-h-64 sm:w-[calc((100%-0.5rem)\/3)]\">\n<div class=\"group\/search-image @container\/search-image relative rounded-[inherit] h-full w-full\">\n<div><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"bg-token-main-surface-tertiary m-0 h-full w-full object-cover\" src=\"https:\/\/images2.minutemediacdn.com\/image\/upload\/c_fill%2Cw_1200%2Car_1%3A1%2Cf_auto%2Cq_auto%2Cg_auto\/images\/ImagnImages\/mmsport\/arrowhead_report\/01k8f0dt7vdmvaxqwzw6.jpg\" alt=\"https:\/\/images2.minutemediacdn.com\/image\/upload\/c_fill%2Cw_1200%2Car_1%3A1%2Cf_auto%2Cq_auto%2Cg_auto\/images\/ImagnImages\/mmsport\/arrowhead_report\/01k8f0dt7vdmvaxqwzw6.jpg\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"border-token-border-default relative w-32 shrink-0 overflow-hidden rounded-xl border-[0.5px] md:shrink max-h-64 sm:w-[calc((100%-0.5rem)\/3)] rounded-e-xl\">\n<div class=\"group\/search-image @container\/search-image relative rounded-[inherit] h-full w-full\">\n<div><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"bg-token-main-surface-tertiary m-0 h-full w-full object-cover\" src=\"https:\/\/i.insider.com\/63e6841d27e5db0018ef24d5?width=700\" alt=\"https:\/\/i.insider.com\/63e6841d27e5db0018ef24d5?width=700\" \/><\/div>\n<div class=\"pointer-events-none absolute inset-x-2 bottom-2 z-20 flex max-w-[calc(100%-1rem)] flex-wrap items-end justify-end gap-1.5\">\n<div class=\"shrink-0\">\n<div class=\"flex items-center gap-1 rounded-full px-2 py-1.5 text-white backdrop-blur-md backdrop-brightness-75\"><span class=\"text-xs font-semibold\">4<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p data-start=\"4057\" data-end=\"4250\">If a trade for Fitzpatrick proves too costly, former <strong data-start=\"4110\" data-end=\"4153\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Kansas City Chiefs<\/span><\/span><\/strong> defensive back <strong data-start=\"4169\" data-end=\"4212\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Bryan Cook<\/span><\/span><\/strong> becomes a strong free agent option.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4252\" data-end=\"4346\">At just 26 years old, Cook already carries championship experience from two Super Bowl runs.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4348\" data-end=\"4457\">In 2025, he posted 85 tackles and six passes defended, solidifying himself as a reliable back end presence.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4459\" data-end=\"4549\">He may not generate national headlines, but he could anchor Dallas\u2019 secondary for years.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"4551\" data-end=\"4554\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"4556\" data-end=\"4575\">5. Maxx Crosby<\/h2>\n<div class=\"no-scrollbar flex min-h-36 flex-nowrap gap-0.5 overflow-auto sm:gap-1 sm:overflow-hidden xl:min-h-44 mt-1 mb-5 [&amp;:not(:first-child)]:mt-4\">\n<div class=\"border-token-border-default relative w-32 shrink-0 overflow-hidden rounded-xl border-[0.5px] md:shrink max-h-64 sm:w-[calc((100%-0.5rem)\/3)] rounded-s-xl\">\n<div class=\"group\/search-image @container\/search-image relative rounded-[inherit] h-full w-full\">\n<div><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"bg-token-main-surface-tertiary m-0 h-full w-full object-cover\" src=\"https:\/\/static.clubs.nfl.com\/image\/private\/t_editorial_landscape_12_desktop\/raiders\/qairm91ztnttfpqfrore\" alt=\"https:\/\/static.clubs.nfl.com\/image\/private\/t_editorial_landscape_12_desktop\/raiders\/qairm91ztnttfpqfrore\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"border-token-border-default relative w-32 shrink-0 overflow-hidden rounded-xl border-[0.5px] md:shrink max-h-64 sm:w-[calc((100%-0.5rem)\/3)]\">\n<div class=\"group\/search-image @container\/search-image relative rounded-[inherit] h-full w-full\">\n<div><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"bg-token-main-surface-tertiary m-0 h-full w-full object-cover\" src=\"https:\/\/pbs.twimg.com\/media\/GlTvX-7bQAA3XDH.jpg\" alt=\"https:\/\/pbs.twimg.com\/media\/GlTvX-7bQAA3XDH.jpg\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"border-token-border-default relative w-32 shrink-0 overflow-hidden rounded-xl border-[0.5px] md:shrink max-h-64 sm:w-[calc((100%-0.5rem)\/3)] rounded-e-xl\">\n<div class=\"group\/search-image @container\/search-image relative rounded-[inherit] h-full w-full\">\n<div><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"bg-token-main-surface-tertiary m-0 h-full w-full object-cover\" src=\"https:\/\/cloudfront-us-east-1.images.arcpublishing.com\/gray\/64VEO7VPG5ANRHS3W534K3FKBU.jpg\" alt=\"https:\/\/cloudfront-us-east-1.images.arcpublishing.com\/gray\/64VEO7VPG5ANRHS3W534K3FKBU.jpg\" \/><\/div>\n<div class=\"pointer-events-none absolute inset-x-2 bottom-2 z-20 flex max-w-[calc(100%-1rem)] flex-wrap items-end justify-end gap-1.5\">\n<div class=\"shrink-0\">\n<div class=\"flex items-center gap-1 rounded-full px-2 py-1.5 text-white backdrop-blur-md backdrop-brightness-75\"><span class=\"text-xs font-semibold\">4<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p data-start=\"4623\" data-end=\"4775\">Perhaps the boldest move Dallas could attempt involves <strong data-start=\"4678\" data-end=\"4721\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Maxx Crosby<\/span><\/span><\/strong> of the <strong data-start=\"4729\" data-end=\"4772\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Las Vegas Raiders<\/span><\/span><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4777\" data-end=\"4929\">Trade rumors have circulated for weeks following the Raiders\u2019 3-14 finish, with reports suggesting two first round picks could initiate serious talks.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4931\" data-end=\"5043\">Dallas owns two first round selections in April and could package additional future assets to meet that price.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5045\" data-end=\"5142\">Crosby is a relentless, high motor edge defender who transforms defensive identities instantly.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5144\" data-end=\"5257\">If acquired, he would not simply replace Parsons\u2019 impact, he would redefine the Cowboys\u2019 front seven overnight.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"5259\" data-end=\"5262\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"5264\" data-end=\"5283\">6. Devin Lloyd<\/h2>\n<div class=\"no-scrollbar flex min-h-36 flex-nowrap gap-0.5 overflow-auto sm:gap-1 sm:overflow-hidden xl:min-h-44 mt-1 mb-5 [&amp;:not(:first-child)]:mt-4\">\n<div class=\"border-token-border-default relative w-32 shrink-0 overflow-hidden rounded-xl border-[0.5px] md:shrink max-h-64 sm:w-[calc((100%-0.5rem)\/3)] rounded-s-xl\">\n<div class=\"group\/search-image @container\/search-image relative rounded-[inherit] h-full w-full\">\n<div><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"bg-token-main-surface-tertiary m-0 h-full w-full object-cover\" src=\"https:\/\/images.openai.com\/static-rsc-1\/OAUeEeMZMzPiwwIhR_RgTRjTm6z-7VFgmSwDqNUzpCCIQQixJehc7tOXSF6yG4TWvTUVoQ0Z-6bvrTaByM4PK-j8RFjLu0m03QNqMxaqKxUJcdABI3wMz-dAwCpPaf95e5JDeyp3098h2_m83rJc7g\" alt=\"https:\/\/www.jacksonville.com\/gcdn\/authoring\/authoring-images\/2025\/10\/07\/NFTU\/86560071007-2239660763.jpg?crop=3215%2C2411%2Cx402%2Cy0\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"border-token-border-default relative w-32 shrink-0 overflow-hidden rounded-xl border-[0.5px] md:shrink max-h-64 sm:w-[calc((100%-0.5rem)\/3)]\">\n<div class=\"group\/search-image @container\/search-image relative rounded-[inherit] h-full w-full\">\n<div><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"bg-token-main-surface-tertiary m-0 h-full w-full object-cover\" src=\"https:\/\/images.openai.com\/static-rsc-1\/mHfRaUC27KqQI2UpWTNmKbj3rYhpXqM1xT11Imk8aod9m-hDQXpUzIQAcympMoS1czjkxEzIVs4167DnAol_y8CByshZw_dxIngcrrZJsrP3Si2WqmAN2arsBNXKuC6kMoVPhjMO2V0TYZ2XSz_cZA\" alt=\"https:\/\/www.jacksonville.com\/gcdn\/authoring\/authoring-images\/2025\/09\/23\/NFTU\/86304318007-nf-lfootball-houston-texans-2025-jacksonville-jaguars-150.JPG?auto=webp&amp;crop=5999%2C3375%2Cx0%2Cy0&amp;format=pjpg&amp;height=371&amp;width=660\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"border-token-border-default relative w-32 shrink-0 overflow-hidden rounded-xl border-[0.5px] md:shrink max-h-64 sm:w-[calc((100%-0.5rem)\/3)] rounded-e-xl\">\n<div class=\"group\/search-image @container\/search-image relative rounded-[inherit] h-full w-full\">\n<div><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"bg-token-main-surface-tertiary m-0 h-full w-full object-cover\" src=\"https:\/\/images2.minutemediacdn.com\/image\/upload\/c_crop%2Cx_1407%2Cy_166%2Cw_3599%2Ch_2024\/c_fill%2Cw_720%2Car_16%3A9%2Cf_auto%2Cq_auto%2Cg_auto\/images\/ImagnImages\/mmsport\/jaguar_report\/01kf1y3h7mqxmnw3x8ah.jpg\" alt=\"https:\/\/images2.minutemediacdn.com\/image\/upload\/c_crop%2Cx_1407%2Cy_166%2Cw_3599%2Ch_2024\/c_fill%2Cw_720%2Car_16%3A9%2Cf_auto%2Cq_auto%2Cg_auto\/images\/ImagnImages\/mmsport\/jaguar_report\/01kf1y3h7mqxmnw3x8ah.jpg\" \/><\/div>\n<div class=\"pointer-events-none absolute inset-x-2 bottom-2 z-20 flex max-w-[calc(100%-1rem)] flex-wrap items-end justify-end gap-1.5\">\n<div class=\"shrink-0\">\n<div class=\"flex items-center gap-1 rounded-full px-2 py-1.5 text-white backdrop-blur-md backdrop-brightness-75\"><span class=\"text-xs font-semibold\">4<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p data-start=\"5331\" data-end=\"5488\">Another path involves reinforcing the linebacker corps with <strong data-start=\"5391\" data-end=\"5434\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Devin Lloyd<\/span><\/span><\/strong> of the <strong data-start=\"5442\" data-end=\"5485\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Jacksonville Jaguars<\/span><\/span><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5490\" data-end=\"5621\">The former first round pick has surpassed 100 tackles in three of his first four seasons and recorded five interceptions in 2025.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5623\" data-end=\"5713\">Lloyd brings range, play recognition, and coverage ability that modern defenses require.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5715\" data-end=\"5818\">Adding him would strengthen the middle of the field, an area Dallas struggled to protect last season.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"5820\" data-end=\"5823\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"5825\" data-end=\"5857\">A Franchise at a Crossroads<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"5859\" data-end=\"5952\">The Cowboys\u2019 sudden financial flexibility shifts the narrative of their offseason entirely.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5954\" data-end=\"6032\">Rather than minor adjustments, Dallas can now pursue transformational moves.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"6034\" data-end=\"6202\">With one of the league\u2019s best offenses already in place, the focus is clear: rebuild a defense capable of complementing Prescott and Lamb in meaningful January games.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"6204\" data-end=\"6374\">Whether they opt for a blockbuster trade like Crosby, a proven veteran such as Hendrickson, or multiple mid tier upgrades, the message from Jerry Jones is unmistakable.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"6376\" data-end=\"6406\">Dallas is prepared to spend.<\/p>\n<p 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