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Dallas Cowboys going big: Three defensive stars Jerry Jones could target before the deadline originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.<\/em><\/p>\n

Following reports of Jerry Jones planning a significant roster upgrade before the November 4th trade deadline, the Dallas Cowboys are aggressively pursuing defensive reinforcements to fix what has become a bottom-tier unit.<\/p>\n

With the team hovering around the .500 mark, a major move is anticipated, especially after the offseason departure of Micah Parsons.<\/p>\n

The front office is reportedly focused on adding star power to the trenches and the second level.<\/p>\n

Here are three defensive difference-makers the Cowboys could aggressively target before the deadline.<\/p>\n

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Trade target one: Maxx Crosby<\/h2>\n

Crosby is an elite, high-motor player who addresses the void left by Parsons.<\/p>\n

While the Raiders are reportedly reluctant to deal him, Dallas possesses the draft capital (two 2026 first-round picks) to make an offer Las Vegas cannot refuse.<\/p>\n

Crosby is a rare top-five edge defender who excels against both the run and the pass.<\/p>\n

Acquiring him sends a massive statement of intent, injecting proven leadership and relentless pressure that the Dallas defence desperately lacks.<\/p>\n

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Trade target two: Quinnen Williams<\/h2>\n

If the Raiders refuse to move Crosby, the Cowboys could pivot to an equally disruptive, but potentially more attainable, interior force.<\/p>\n

Williams is an All-Pro interior presence who would transform Dallas\u2019s run defense (currently 4th worst in the NFL).<\/p>\n

The Jets are 0-7 and may consider moving him for premium draft capital.<\/p>\n

Adding Williams alongside Osa Odighizuwa creates an interior wall that few teams can handle, complementing the pass rushers on the edge.<\/p>\n

While the Jets are reportedly seeking a first-round pick, Dallas has assets to make it happen.<\/p>\n

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Trade target three: Logan Wilson<\/h2>\n

With the Cowboys’ linebacking corps struggling with gap integrity and coverage, adding an established captain from the AFC could be a savvy move.<\/p>\n

Wilson has requested a trade after a reduced role in Cincinnati.<\/p>\n

He is a proven tackler with league-leading production in past seasons and offers the leadership Dallas needs at LB.<\/p>\n

The Cowboys\u2019 linebacking unit needs an immediate upgrade in tackling and discipline.<\/p>\n

Wilson is under contract through 2027, offering a multi-year solution.<\/p>\n

For a reasonable price (likely a Day 2 pick), he could solve their communication issues at the heart of the defence.<\/p>\n

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