Cowboys Trade Rumors: 3 Stars Who Could Save This Defense

The Cowboys offense looks good enough to contend. The defense? After Week 1, I’m not convinced it’s even close to Super Bowl ready.

But there IS a realistic path to fixing it.

Today we break down the three positions Dallas may still need to address EDGE, linebacker and cornerback — and the potential trade targets who could completely change the ceiling of this defense before the deadline.

Could Maxx Crosby eventually reconsider leaving Las Vegas if the Raiders start losing? Is there actually a path to Joey Porter Jr. if Pittsburgh lowers its asking price? And could Jordyn Brooks become available if Miami decides to move another veteran contract?

We’ll also get into what Week 1 told us about Christian Parker’s new defense, why the problems might be bigger than one bad game, how much improvement is realistically coming from the current roster, and why Jerry Jones’ willingness to make a substantive move could be the biggest reason for optimism.

Plus: what Tyler Smith’s absence means for the offense, the Cowboys’ realistic win range after Week 1, and whether a worst-case season could actually put Brian Schottenheimer’s job in danger.

The Cowboys aren’t Super Bowl ready today.

But they might only be a few moves away.

Subscribe for more Cowboys analysis and follow @gavindawson and @newbear for more Cowboys content.