Cowboys explore trade options for Highsmith and Sweat to boost pass rush
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 11, 2026, 1:00 PM
Last updated Oct 11, 2026
The Cowboys are considering Alex Highsmith and Josh Sweat as trade candidates to strengthen their pass rush. Both players have shown production in previous seasons, with Highsmith tallying 9.5 sacks in 2025 and showing continued effectiveness this season. Sweat's performance has been more inconsistent, but he remains under contract through 2028. The team plans to reassess its linebacker rotation ahead of Week 6, weighing the potential improvements each candidate could bring compared to current roster options.
- •Dallas considers Alex Highsmith and Josh Sweat for trades
- •Highsmith is signed through 2027 and has shown consistent production
- •Sweat has a contract until 2028, but his current play raises questions
- •Cowboys aim to improve linebacker rotation before Week 6
- 1:00 PMYahoo Sports — 2 Trade Candidates Who Could Help the Cowboys’ Pass Rush
"Explore two Cowboys trade candidates, Alex Highsmith and Josh Sweat, their potential fit, contracts and why Dallas also needs urgent internal changes.
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