Cowboys Eye Trades, Prioritize Roster Upgrades

The Dallas Cowboys are exploring roster improvements ahead of the 2025 NFL Draft, with COO Stephen Jones indicating the team may trade down from the 12th pick and could add more free agents. Addressing needs at wide receiver and in the secondary has become a priority, with trade rumors linking the Cowboys to Saints safety Tyrann Mathieu and Steelers receiver George Pickens. Speculation continues about a potential trade involving star edge rusher Micah Parsons, fueled by stalled contract negotiations and external proposals, though both sides remain hopeful for a long-term extension. Jones has cited the difficulty of managing lucrative contracts for core players like Dak Prescott, CeeDee Lamb, and Parsons. Parsons maintains an active leadership presence by participating in team activities as talks continue. The Cowboys' draft approach focuses on maximizing value and flexibility to address multiple roster needs.