Dallas Acquires Former First-Round Tackle from Pittsburgh
The Pittsburgh Steelers traded offensive tackle Broderick Jones to the Dallas Cowboys before the roster cut deadline. Jones, the No. 14 pick in the 2023 draft, had started 38 games for the Steelers but struggled in the preseason after a neck injury. The Cowboys also released wide receiver Denzel Mims on the same day.
The trade sends Jones to Dallas with his rookie contract expiring after this season, as Pittsburgh declined his fifth-year option following a neck injury that cut short his 2025 campaign. He was cleared for training camp but allowed two sacks against the Jets in August, and the Steelers had already shifted Troy Fautanu to left tackle while drafting Max Iheanachor in the first round of the 2026 draft. In Dallas, Jones may challenge Terence Steele at right tackle, with Tyler Guyton locked in on the left side. The Cowboys also cut receiver Denzel Mims on Saturday, and coach Brian Schottenheimer confirmed linebacker Marist Liufau needs surgery for a fractured forearm, potentially opening an IR spot.
This move could reshape both teams' offensive line depth ahead of the roster deadline, with Dallas adding a young but inconsistent tackle on an expiring deal. For the Cowboys, Jones may provide immediate competition or insurance, but his injury history and preseason struggles could limit his impact. For Pittsburgh, the trade clears a roster spot and signals a commitment to their newer tackles. Fans and analysts may see this as a low-risk gamble for Dallas, though the long-term benefit remains uncertain given Jones’ contract status.