Overview
- Dallas acquired DT Quinnen Williams from the Jets for Mazi Smith, a 2026 second-round pick and a 2027 first-round pick, and added LB Logan Wilson from the Bengals for a 2026 seventh-rounder.
- Team leaders say Williams will anchor schematic changes, with coaches indicating expanded use of five-man fronts and adjusted rotations alongside Kenny Clark and Osa Odighizuwa.
- Dak Prescott endorsed the moves, saying he’s “f—— pumped,” as the 3-5-1 Cowboys seek immediate help for a unit ranked 31st in both yards and points allowed.
- Critics including Skip Bayless and Bill Simmons called the price excessive and questioned whether the additions can rescue Dallas’ season after the earlier Micah Parsons trade.
- Williams is under contract through 2027 but has limited guaranteed money beyond 2025, raising future cap and restructure questions as Dallas enters a bye before hosting the Raiders on Nov. 17.