Dallas Cowboys should consider one of these trade options to help the roster

The Dallas Cowboys were recently expected to receive up to four compensatory picks next year, and could potentially receive a draft pick in 2025. They could choose to utilize that additional draft capital to use in the 2025 NFL Draft, or they could use this money to find immediate capital for next season. can.

Even after adding eight rookies in the 2024 NFL Draft, the Cowboys would be wise to leave no stone unturned as there are still some concerns. There are still players who can help them through free agency, waiver wire, trades, etc. Today, we'll take a look at the latter, hoping to hit a home run with the trade addition.

DT Siaki Ika, Cleveland Browns

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Siaki Ika, who was selected by the Cleveland Browns in the third round (98th overall) of the 2023 NFL Draft, may already find himself looking for another team to play for in 2024. The Browns are currently at the defensive tackle position after drafting Michael. Hall Jr. and Jowon Briggs. Both of these players could potentially force Siaki off the roster, especially since he played just 100 defensive snaps (9.42%) last season.

At 6-foot-3 and 335 pounds, Ika fits into Mike Zimmer's preferred mold of a big, space-eating defensive interior. Pairing him with Dallas' 2023 first-round pick Maji Smith could be even more effective. By getting some much-needed beef on the Cowboys DL and letting go of one of the four compensatory picks scheduled for next year, this trade strengthens/reinforces key roster concerns at DT. may be useful.

WR Treylon Burks (Tennessee Titans)

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Treylon Burks was selected 18th overall in the first round of the 2022 NFL Draft by the Tennessee Titans as a replacement for AJ Brown, who was recently traded to the Philadelphia Eagles. Unfortunately, he has only suited up for a total of 22 games over the past two seasons due to injuries, totaling just 49 catches for 665 yards and one touchdown. As a potential bust, he could be moved via trade.

The Cowboys are looking to upgrade at WR3 behind CeeDee Lamb and Brandin Cooks. If Burks can overcome his recurring injuries, he has the potential to excel in that role. A change of environment will definitely help in this regard, and playing with a talented QB like Dak Prescott is a step in the right direction for him to overcome the “unlucky” label. right. This trade could be a win-win for the former Arkansas receiver and the Cowboys.

RB Miles Sanders and WR Jonathan Mingo

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Both RB Miles Sanders and WR Jonathan Mingo could have seen the Carolina Panthers draft their replacements this year when they selected RB Jonathan Brooks and WR Xavier Leggett in the 2024 NFL Draft. do not have. Despite being a recent free agent, Sanders has already replaced Chuba Hubbard as the Panthers' RB1 job last year, and Mingo hasn't accomplished much since being selected 39th overall in the second round of the 2023 draft. He is a player who has not raised his standards.

Both players could help the Cowboys if acquired via trade. Sanders will definitely elevate Dallas' running back position, and Mingo will likely compete for a spot in the WR rotation. Sanders would come at a high price, and Dallas would have to absorb it somehow, but it's possible. Mingo still has three years left on his rookie contract. Again, letting go of some of next year's comp picks could help acquire either player.