Cowboys Poised for Defensive Boost, Hendrickson in Sights

0:00You're listening to NFL News Today. Subscribe now for fast daily updates on your team. NFL free agency kicked off with a bang this week. Start offensive in Max Crosby got traded from the Las Vegas Raiders to the Baltimore Ravens in a deal that included two first round draft picks. The Texas-born player had dreamed of joining the Dallas Cowboys, but that didn't pan out, despite strong buzz around prediction markets favoring Dallas. And the Chicago Bears, the Cowboys pushed hard, offering their number 12 overall pick this year, plus a second rounder in 2027. Raiders brass passed, opting for the richer Ravens package instead. Meanwhile, other big names like David Montgomery and Trent McDuffy found new homes, heating up the market early. Cowboys fans might feel the sting of missing Crosby, especially after letting Michael Parsons walk and grabbing extra draft picks in return. But holding on to that cap space and assets opens doors for smarter moves. It shifts focus from one big splash to building a deeper defense across the board.

1:04Enter Trey Hendrickson, the 31-year-old edge-resher from the Cincinnati Bengals. A four-time pro-bola, he signed a one-year deal worth $16 million last year after contract talks stalled. Now, with the Bengals locked into pricey extensions for Joe Burrow, Jamar Chase, and T Higgins, they likely can't match his push for a massive payday before 2027. This could be a win for Dallas, as Hendrickson's price tag sits well under $30 million per year, far lighter than Crosby's 106. Million dollar extension. With plenty of cap room and draft ammo, the Cowboys are primed to chase him or snag multiple defensive studs, proving sometimes the deals that fall. Through lead to the best pass forward. This episode is brought to you by our sponsor. See the episode description. Your favorite podcast, music, or sleep sounds coming from your pillow. No earbuds, no distractions, just listen and relax. S-O-L-L-I, soleypillow.com