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Cowboys Land Quinnen Williams, Logan Wilson in Bold Deadline Overhaul of Struggling Defense

Dallas portrays the deals as immediate upgrades to a bottom-ranked defense with debuts slated for Week 11.

ARLINGTON, TEXAS - SEPTEMBER 14: Owner Jerry Jones of the Dallas Cowboys looks on prior to the game against the New York Giants at AT&T Stadium on September 14, 2025 in Arlington, Texas.
LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 12: Quinnen Williams of New York Jets reacts as he runs out prior to the NFL 2025 game between Denver Broncos and New York Jets at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on October 12, 2025 in London, England. (Photo by Harry Murphy/Getty Images)
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Oct 5, 2025; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott (4) looks to pass downfield as New York Jets defensive tackle Quinnen Williams (95) defends during the first half at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Deutsch-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Dallas acquired Quinnen Williams from the Jets for Mazi Smith, a 2026 second-round pick and a 2027 first-rounder, and added Bengals linebacker Logan Wilson for a 2026 seventh-round pick.
  • Coach Brian Schottenheimer praised the aggressiveness of the front office and said the additions are intended to help beyond this season.
  • Dak Prescott welcomed the move, telling reporters he was "f---ing pumped" about teaming with Williams as the defense seeks a turnaround.
  • The trades follow a lopsided Monday loss to the Cardinals and a season in which Dallas ranks 31st in both total yards and points allowed despite a top-four scoring offense.
  • Media reaction was skeptical, with Bill Simmons and Bill Barnwell panning the Williams price and Skip Bayless doubting a playoff push, while coaches indicated more five-man fronts with Williams are coming after the bye.