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Cowboys Trade Despite Embarrassing Loss
Cowboys owner Jerry Jones says he's still open to trades after embarrassing 24-16 loss to Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
In brief
Cowboys owner Jerry Jones says he's still open to trades after embarrassing 24-16 loss to Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Cowboys owner Jerry Jones remains open to trades despite a 24-16 loss to Tampa Bay Buccaneers, which he called a 'loss we're supposed to have'. Originally reported by CBS Sports.
Cowboys lose to Buccaneers
Dallas Cowboys (2-3) suffered a 24-16 loss to previously-winless Tampa Bay Buccaneers (1-4) on Thursday Night Football.
“It's a loss we're supposed to have, definitely supposed to have.”
Jalon Daniels leads Buccaneers
Undrafted rookie quarterback Jalon Daniels made his second career start for Tampa Bay Buccaneers, throwing 19 for 25 passes with 189 yards and a touchdown.
“Daniels was an efficient 19 for 25 passing with 189 yards and a touchdown while rushing for 23 yards on 7 carries.”
Bucs runback Bucky Irvin
Buccaneers running back Bucky Irvin rushed for a career-high 165 yards and a touchdown on 21 carries.
“Even more damning was allowing Buccaneers running back Bucky Irvin to explode for a career-high 165 yards rushing and a touchdown on 21 carries.”
Dak Prescott's reaction
Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott called the loss 'embarrassing' but said they were supposed to win against a winless team.
“It's a loss we're supposed to have, definitely supposed to have. To use the word embarrassing, it's tough.”
Jerry Jones' trade stance
Cowboys owner Jerry Jones says he's still open to trades despite the loss, emphasizing his focus on future capital.
“The future capital, I wouldn't give it up for a player who didn't have some future or the potential of future that you could add years to.”
Jones' draft picks
Cowboys still own rights to multiple draft picks including 2027 first-round pick and 2028 sixth-round pick.
“All seven of their 2029 draft picks”
Trade candidate: Tuli Tuipulotu
Cowboys could trade Chargers edge rusher Tuli Tuipulotu for a potential boost in pass rush.
“He erupted for 13.0 sacks, the sixth most in the NFL, and 70 quarterback pressures, the 11th most in the league.”
Trade candidate: Jordyn Books
Cowboys might trade Dolphins linebacker Jordyn Books for a defensive upgrade.
“Pro Football Focus grades Brooks as the NFL's No. 12 overall linebacker with a defensive grade of 82.7.”
Trade candidate: Marvin Mims Jr.
Cowboys could trade Broncos returner Marvin Mims Jr. for special teams depth.
“Mims Jr. is a two-time Pro Bowl returner and earned first-team All-Pro returner accolades in 2024.”
Cowboys' current situation
Cowboys rank eighth-worst in NFL quarterback pressure rate (32.7%) and fifth-worst in sack rate (3.4%).
“The Cowboys currently rank eighth-worst in the NFL in quarterback pressure rate (32.7%) and fifth-worst in sack rate (3.4%).”
Eagles' recent struggles
Philadelphia Eagles lost to Los Angeles Rams and traded offensive lineman Cam Jurgens.
“Eagles six-time Pro Bowl right tackle Lane Johnson retired on Tuesday, and Philadelphia then traded two-time Pro Bowl offensive lineman Cam Jurgens to the Baltimore Ravens.”
Cowboys' trade focus
Cowboys owner Jerry Jones remains open to trades to win now and over the next season or two.
“This isn't fold the tents here. We are 2-3, didn't expect to be 2-3.”
The essence
Cowboys owner Jerry Jones remains open to trades despite a 24-16 loss to Tampa Bay Buccaneers, which he called a 'loss we're supposed to have'.
