Jerry Jones Eyes Trade for Top Edge Rusher Bailey

0:00On April 4, Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones is eyeing a bold move ahead of the 2026 NFL draft, talking trade with the Arizona. Cardinals to snag Top Edge rusher David Bailey. The Cowboys hold the 12th pick but want to package assets to climb higher, even after grabbing Rashan Gary from Green Bay. Bailey ranks as one of the elite defensive prospects this year. Bailey built his rep at Stanford with 111 tackles, 22.5 tackles for loss, and 14.5 sacks over three years. He exploded at Texas Tech as a senior, posting 52 tackles, 19.5 for loss, and another 14.5 sacks earning big, 12 defensive linemen of the year, and all American nods. Teams are buzzing about Bailey's visits. He met the Cowboys at 12 Kansas City Chiefs at 9th, and Cardinals at 3rd overall, after the combine. Analysts see him as a perfect edge threat, with quick reactions in space creating power that fits multiple schemes.

1:00Cowboys new defensive coordinator, Christian Parker, is shifting to a 3-4 base, where Bailey's skills could shine alongside recent ads. Chiefs need pass rush opposite George Carlaptus 2, and with 9 picks, they might trade up, despite preferring bigger ends. Bailey's at 200, 50 pounds but explosive. Both Dallas and Kansas City live prime to chase this game changer, so watch for draft knife fireworks as these talks heat up.