Packers Trade Gary to Cowboys for Defensive Boost

0:00On March 9th, the Green Bay Packers traded defensive tackle Rashan Gary to the Dallas Cowboys on Monday for a late-round 2027 draft. Pick. Gary started 16 games last season and notched 7.5 sacks. He's a key piece coming off a strong year. Gary's shown in his prior season 2, starting all 18 games with 47 tackles, 7.5 sacks, a forced fumble, and his first pro. Bowl selection. The Packers drafted him 12th overall back in 2019 and gave him a 4-year extension worth up to $107 million in 2023. Dallas needed help on defense after losing Michael Parsons last year. Their unit gave up 377 yards per game, 3rd worst in the league, and managed only 35 sacks all season. Gary steps in to boost that pressure up front. The Cowboys also chased Max Crosby, but couldn't meet the price, so the Ravens grabbed the two-time all pro instead. Now in year 2, under head coach Brian Shottenheimer, who went 7 wins, 9 losses, and won tie last time and just missed the playoffs.

1:08Shottenheimer overhauled the defensive staff this off season and lights what he sees moving forward. With Gary aboard, Dallas hopes to turn things around and challenge opponents more effectively next season.