Early in the offseason, speculation tied Dallas to Las Vegas edge rusher Maxx Crosby and to free agent defensive end Trey Hendrickson, but neither deal materialized. More recently, the Cowboys were discussed as a potential landing spot for Cleveland Browns star Myles Garrett, should Cleveland consider trading him.

ESPN insider Dan Graziano offered an update that shifts the landscape: he believes a new contract for Garrett with Cleveland is more likely than a trade. This perspective aligns with the Browns’ history of prioritizing Garrett as a long-term cornerstone.

Garrett’s value to Dallas is clear on paper. The 30-year-old veteran posted a standout season with 23 sacks and 60 tackles across 17 games, continuing a career marked by elite production and pedigree at a premier position. A trade would instantly vault Dallas back into Super Bowl contention by accelerating the pass-rushing impact around their defense.

However, current signals suggest the Cowboys face long odds in acquiring Garrett unless Cleveland changes course or signals openness to a move. While a blockbuster swap remains a tantalizing possibility, it appears less likely than a contract extension that would keep Garrett in Cleveland—and out of Dallas—at this point.

If circumstances shift and Garrett is placed on the trade block, Dallas would be positioned as a compelling destination given its window to contend and the need to upgrade pressure production. Until then, the dream trade scenario for Garrett remains a topic of strong interest, but not a near-term reality.