The Dallas Cowboys are standing at a crossroads — and Stephen Jones just made it clear they won’t stand still.
As the NFL trade deadline looms, the Cowboys’ Executive Vice President and CEO revealed that Dallas could be both buyers and sellers before the clock strikes 4 p.m. ET on Tuesday. With the team sitting at 3-4-1, just behind the Eagles and still chasing the 49ers for a playoff spot, every move from here on out could define their season.
The Cowboys’ offense has been electric — leading the NFL in passing yards and sitting near the top in total yards and points per game. Dak Prescott has been delivering fireworks through the air, while CeeDee Lamb and George Pickens continue to dominate defenses. Yet, for all the offensive brilliance, one glaring weakness remains: defense.
Dallas ranks 31st in yards allowed per game and has surrendered 30 or more points in five of eight contests. The once-feared Dallas defense now looks fragile, and that’s exactly where Stephen Jones sees opportunity.
“If you can find a player that upgrades you, we’re always looking,” Jones told KTFM. “Whether it’s by trade or acquisition — improvement comes in a lot of shapes, forms and fashions.”
Jones hinted that player-for-player trades could be a real possibility, with Dallas ready to use its offensive depth as leverage to acquire defensive reinforcements.
The message was bold: No one is untouchable if it means making this team better.
“Sometimes player-for-player [trades] can be very interesting to us,” Jones added. “It goes all ways — giving up a player, getting a pick, or finding that right fit. We’re open to it all.”
As the Cowboys prepare for Monday Night Football against the Arizona Cardinals, the stakes couldn’t be higher. Kyler Murray — undefeated at AT&T Stadium — returns home with a personal streak on the line. For Jones, it’s not just another game.
“It’s a huge game for us,” he said. “Kyler’s a winner, but it’s time to end that streak. We’ve got to defend our home and keep this playoff push alive.”
The Cowboys are 2-0-1 at home this year, averaging 33 points per game in Arlington. Now, they need that energy to carry them through a critical moment — both on the field and in the front office.
The next few days could shape the Cowboys’ destiny. And if Stephen Jones’ words are any indication, Dallas fans should brace themselves for movement. Big movement.
