"The Cowboys were hoping that Logan Wilson could stabilize the middle of their defense when they acquired him at the 2025 trade deadline. The trade did not work out, as the veteran linebacker struggled to make an impact in Dallas. He has now been waived before the 2026 league year, per team reporter Tommy Yarrish. Wilson, 29, was a 2020 third-round pick by the Bengals."
"He emerged as a reliable starter during his rookie contract and earned a four-year, $36MM extension as a result. He showed signs of regression in 2024 before undergoing season-ending knee surgery. Wilson was then usurped by rookie linebackers Demetrius Knight and Barrett Carter in 2025, leading him to demand a trade out of Cincinnati. By that time, his trade value had plummeted, and the Bengals could only get a 2026 seventh-rounder from the Cowboys."
"But Wilson only logged 24 tackles in seven games (50% snap share) in Dallas and could not carve out a full-time role. The Cowboys will free up $6.5MM with the move, per Jason Fitzgerald of OverTheCap, but they still have plenty of work to do before becoming cap-compliant for the new league year. Dallas will also need to find more linebacker depth with only DeMarvion Overshown, Marist Liufau, and Shemar James under contract in 2026."
Logan Wilson was waived by the Cowboys after an unsuccessful 2025 stint that produced 24 tackles in seven games and a 50% snap share. The Cowboys acquired Wilson for a 2026 seventh-round pick after he requested a trade from the Bengals following knee surgery and rookie competition. Wilson originally earned a four-year, $36MM extension after a strong start to his career but showed regression in recent seasons. Dallas will free $6.5MM and still needs linebacker depth heading into 2026. Defensive coordinator Christian Parker is shifting toward a multiple scheme with 3-4 characteristics. Wilson is expected to pursue a low-cost 'prove it' deal.
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