"Linebacker Logan Wilson is being dealt from the Bengals to the Cowboys, as first reported by NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. Wilson's trade request has thus been honored, and this swap should allow him to return to full-time playing duties. Cincinnati is receiving a 2026 seventh-round pick, Rapoport adds. Today's news comes as little surprise on a number of levels. Dallas was among the teams known to have shown interest in Wilson, whose entire career has taken place with the Bengals."
"Wilson inked a $9MM-per-year extension in 2023, and his contract runs through 2027 with no major spikes in cap hit scheduled for future years. No contract adjustments were made as part of this agreement, according to ESPN's Jeremy Fowler. As a result, Dallas - a team which entered Tuesday with over $30MM in cap space and was not only looking into rentals - will take on the remaining $2.68MM in Wilson's compensation for this year."
"Last night's loss dropped the Cowboys to 3-5-1 on the year. Defense has been an issue throughout the campaign, and making an addition anywhere on that side of the ball should produce at least an incremental improvement. Jones' remarks from Monday indicated the acquired player in the then-mystery swap would see the field immediately. That means Wilson will add to his 65 career starts once his Cowboys tenure begins. Dallas will also receive notable reinforcements at the second level when DeMarvion Overshown is activated."
Linebacker Logan Wilson has been traded from the Bengals to the Cowboys for a 2026 seventh-round pick after requesting a change of scenery following reduced playing time. Wilson will return to full-time playing duties in Dallas. He signed a $9 million-per-year extension in 2023 that runs through 2027; no contract adjustments were made and the Cowboys will absorb $2.68 million of his compensation this year. Dallas, 3-5-1 and seeking defensive help, expects Wilson to play immediately. DeMarvion Overshown will be activated, and Cincinnati's acquisition has stabilized the quarterback spot.
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