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Dallas Cowboys linked to potential trade for All-Pro LB Jordyn Brooks

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 8, 2026, 12:10 AM

Last updated Jun 8, 2026

Dallas Cowboys linked to potential trade for All-Pro LB Jordyn Brooks

Summary

Greg Auman of FOX Sports identified Jordyn Brooks, a First-Team All-Pro linebacker for the Miami Dolphins, as a trade target for the Dallas Cowboys. This speculation arises amid Miami's roster changes under new general manager Jon-Eric Sullivan, who has been evaluating Brooks’ future with the team. Brooks is entering the final year of his contract, with significant interest from various teams, including the Cowboys, who are looking to bolster their struggling defense. This offseason, the Cowboys reportedly inquired about Brooks, indicating a proactive approach as mandatory minicamps conclude.

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Status Watch

•Jordyn Brooks led the NFL with 183 tackles in 2025.
•Dallas Cowboys had one of the worst run defenses in 2025.
•Current Cowboys linebackers lack 'green-dot' communication experience.
•Brooks' trade interest reflects a response to Dallas's defensive needs.
•Miami Dolphins are under pressure to manage their salary cap effectively.

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12:10 AMYahoo Sports — ’Need All the Defensive Upgrades’ — NFL Analyst Floats Cowboys As Trade Destination for All-Pro LB

What they're saying

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The Miami Dolphins’ roster transition under new general manager Jon-Eric Sullivan has sparked extensive trade talk across the league. After parting ways with several high-profile players to restructure their salary cap, the front office faces a difficult decision regarding First-Team All-Pro linebacker Jordyn Brooks.
— Yahoo Sports

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