The Dallas Cowboys officially announced on Friday that they have waived linebacker Logan Wilson, ending a brief but eventful stint with the team. The move frees up $6.5 million in salary cap space, giving the Cowboys more flexibility as they approach the offseason and consider roster adjustments at multiple positions.

Wilson joined the Cowboys in a midseason trade from the Cincinnati Bengals at the 2025 trade deadline.

Dallas gave up a seventh-round draft pick to acquire the veteran linebacker, hoping that his experience and consistency could provide depth to the team’s defensive unit. Wilson‘s time with the Cowboys, however, was short-lived.

He appeared in seven games, including one start, logging 224 defensive snaps. Across those contests, he tallied 24 tackles, forced one fumble, and recorded a pass defensed.

He was inactive for the Week 16 game against the Washington Commanders, a decision that limited his overall impact on the field.

Before being traded, Wilson‘s tenure in Cincinnati had become increasingly complicated. The Bengals benched him in favor of rookie Barrett Carrett, a move that prompted Wilson to request a trade. In eight games this season with the Bengals, Wilson registered 46 tackles and four pass breakups.

The benching was a notable development, given that Wilson had been a reliable fixture in Cincinnati’s linebacker rotation for several years.

Look back at Logan Wilson’s career

Selected in the third round of the 2020 NFL Draft by the Bengals, Wilson quickly established himself as a dependable defensive presence. Over six seasons in Cincinnati, he started 65 of the 76 games he played, demonstrating consistency in coverage and run support.

He became known for his ability to read opposing offenses and make tackles in key situations. While he was never considered a superstar, Wilson‘s steady play and veteran leadership made him a valued member of the Bengals’ linebacker corps.

The trade to Dallas was seen as an opportunity for Wilson to bring that experience to a new team and contribute immediately. The Cowboys, in turn, were looking to bolster their linebacker depth with a player who had a track record of starting and producing in a competitive NFL defense.

Despite the promise of the move, Wilson‘s time in Dallas did not reach its full potential. He struggled to carve out a consistent role, and the decision to waive him now suggests that the Cowboys are prioritizing younger players or alternative options at the position heading into 2026.

Whether he finds a new home in the NFL this offseason or chooses to reassess his options, Wilson‘s track record as a starter and contributor gives him opportunities to continue his career in the league.