The Dallas Cowboys stayed quiet at the trade deadline. While other teams scrambled for last-minute upgrades, Dallas decided to trust the players already in the building. ESPN insider Adam Schefter noted that the organization never appeared close to making another major deal. “It never sounded like they got close to making any big deals,” Schefter said, adding that there was no real movement on a George Pickens trade. This approach puts the pressure squarely on the current squad to deliver results over the final eight games.
Why The Roster Stays Put
General Manager Jerry Jones and the front office clearly believe they have enough pieces to win. They already spent a 2028 second-round pick earlier in the season to add cornerback Joey Porter Jr. from the Pittsburgh Steelers. That move gave the secondary a physical presence without burning up all their draft capital. The team said the addition was an aggressive upgrade to the roster. “Rather than surrender more draft capital, the organization will give its existing players an opportunity to deliver,” the report states.
In the last game on Sunday, Nov. 8, Prescott threw for 335 yards and two touchdowns against Indianapolis. CeeDee Lamb caught 10 passes for 195 yards, proving he can dominate when given the ball. Javonte Williams also ran for 101 yards and a score, showing the run game can keep defenses honest. However, the defense faces a much harder test in the next matchup. In his last four games, Quinnen Williams has recorded 10 tackles for loss and four sacks, marking a recent standout performance.
The Challenge Looming Sunday
San Francisco enters the stadium on Sunday, Nov. 15, with a 7-1 record and a six-game winning streak. They are not just a good team; they have beaten Dallas in their last four meetings, including two playoff games. The 49ers added Keenan Allen to their squad before the deadline for a 2027 sixth-round pick. His arrival adds another layer of difficulty for a Cowboys defense that needs to limit explosive plays. Dallas coach Brian Schottenheimer admitted that tight end Jake Ferguson and running back Tyler Goodson will miss multiple weeks due to knee injuries. “A lot of these guys, they play on adrenaline,” Schottenheimer said, highlighting the team’s resilience despite these setbacks, according to WJOX-FM.
They need consistent performances to keep their playoff hopes alive. “The Cowboys still believe they have the talent they need to make a late second half of the season push here,” Schefter added. The next game starts at 4:25 p.m. ET on Sunday, Nov. 15, at AT&T Stadium when the San Francisco 49ers visit the Dallas Cowboys.
