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Cowboys hire Mike Pettine, consider Kenny Clark trade ahead of deadline

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 12, 2026, 11:00 PM

Last updated Oct 12, 2026

Cowboys hire Mike Pettine, consider Kenny Clark trade ahead of deadline

Summary

The Dallas Cowboys have hired Mike Pettine to their defensive staff, which may influence trade discussions involving defensive tackle Kenny Clark. Following a lackluster performance since arriving from Green Bay, Clark has been mentioned as a trade candidate with the November 10 deadline approaching. The Cowboys could look for premium returns, potentially packaging Clark with draft picks to strengthen their roster. Teams such as the Los Angeles Chargers, Carolina Panthers, and Los Angeles Rams are sources of speculation for possible trade scenarios involving Clark.

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Status Watch

•Mike Pettine joins Cowboys' defensive staff amid trade rumors.
•Kenny Clark could be traded before the November 10 deadline.
•Dallas seeks premium return in any trade involving Clark.
•Potential trade partners include Chargers, Panthers, and Rams.
•Clark's performance issues have led to speculation about his future.

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11:00 PMYahoo Sports — Cowboys Rumors: Dal’s Latest Hire Could Ignite $64M Trade

What they're saying

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According to the latest Dallas Cowboys rumors, the team hired Mike Pettine to offset Christian Parker's struggle, but may lead to a $64M trade.
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