Dallas is reeling at 1-2, fresh off a tough 34-31 loss to the Baltimore Ravens in the NFL Rio Game, and owner Jerry Jones isn’t waiting around. The man himself confirmed on 105.3 The Fan that “conversations going on” right now about upgrading the team’s roster through the trade market. This is early-season panic mode, folks.
Jerry Jones Won’t Say His Name, But You Know Who He Wants
Jones, ever the showman, played coy on 105.3 The Fan, outright refusing to comment on Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Joey Porter Jr. to sidestep those pesky tampering rules. But come on, nobody’s fooled. It’s crystal clear who’s top of mind for Dallas right now. ESPN’s Adam Schefter, who always seems to have the inside scoop, already dropped the bombshell: the Cowboys are among “a handful of teams” that have “begun making inquiries about the availability” of Porter. This isn’t just a casual thought; this is Jones actively working the phones.
Porter, still a young gun at 26, hasn’t even hit the field this 2026 season, missing the first three games while recovering from a back injury. That’s a bit of a worry, for sure. Still, the talent is undeniable, and he’s a fourth-year star. Schefter’s sources also revealed that while the Steelers “would be willing to listen to trade offers for Porter,” they’re absolutely “want[ing] a strong compensation package” if they’re going to deal him away. This isn’t some bargain bin grab; Dallas would have to pay a hefty price.
30th in the League? That’s Why Jones Is Already Desperate
You’d think after literally *years* of focusing on their defense, Dallas would be set. Over the last year alone, they’ve gone all-in, trading for big-name defensive linemen like Quinnen Williams, Rashan Gary, and Kenny Clark. And let’s not forget the draft capital: they used *both* of their 2026 first-round picks to bring in safety Caleb Downs and linebacker Malachi Lawrence. That’s a massive investment, a full-blown overhaul designed to dominate.
But here’s the kicker, the absolutely brutal truth that has everyone scratching their heads: it hasn’t clicked. Not even close. Through the first three weeks of the 2026 campaign, the Cowboys rank a dismal, embarrassing 30th in the entire NFL, allowing a staggering 387.0 yards per game. Thirty! After all those acquisitions and draft picks, that number is just unacceptable. It’s no wonder Jones is out there, aggressively chasing down more trades, because the current setup is clearly still broken and the team is searching for answers. He’s willing to keep digging deep to find a solution.
This team needs answers, and fast. They’ll try to get back on track in Week 4 when they face the Houston Texans, who are sitting at 0-3 themselves. Can Dallas pull it together and show us that all these aggressive moves, past and present, are actually going to pay off? Or will Jones be back on the radio next week, still talking about desperate trades? Get ready, because Week 4 is going to be a must-watch for these guys.
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Originally reported by Bleacher Report.
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