Dallas Cowboys, Chicago Bears eye potential trade for Denzel Ward
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 11, 2026, 9:34 PM
Last updated Jun 11, 2026
Cleveland Browns cornerback Denzel Ward may be a target for the Dallas Cowboys and Chicago Bears. A recent rumor suggests interest in Ward, who turned 29 in April, from the teams looking to strengthen their defensive backfields. The Browns traded Myles Garrett to the Los Angeles Rams and might seek to add more draft picks. Attaining Ward would offer value for contenders due to his performance history and contract, which averages $17 million a season. Sources indicate that Ward could be available during the 2026-27 season, attracting several potential suitors.
- •Denzel Ward could become available midseason for trade.
- •Browns recently traded Myles Garrett to the Rams.
- •Ward has been a five-time Pro Bowler.
- •Cowboys and Bears need to reinforce their secondary.
- •Ward's contract offers flexibility for potential trade.
- 9:34 PMYahoo Sports — Browns blockbuster trade rumor should be of interest to Cowboys, Bears
"It would make sense for the Dallas Cowboys and Chicago Bears to pursue a Cleveland Browns star cornerback.
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