The Dallas Cowboys have reached a trade agreement with the Green Bay Packers to acquire Pro Bowl defensive lineman Rashan Gary, according to various reports. This deal, finalized on Monday, involves the Cowboys sending a fourth-round draft pick in 2027 to Green Bay.
This trade comes after the Cowboys unsuccessfully pursued defensive end Maxx Crosby from the Las Vegas Raiders, who was recently traded to the Baltimore Ravens. The Cowboys are looking to enhance their defensive line after a challenging season.
Selected by the Packers as the 12th overall pick in the 2019 NFL Draft out of Michigan, Gary has shown significant development during his seven seasons in the league. He initially played as a defensive end, transitioned to linebacker, and then returned to a defensive line role. In the 2024 season, he earned a Pro Bowl selection after recording 7.5 sacks, 47 tackles, and a fumble recovery across 17 games. His performance continued to impress in 2025, where he played 16 games, achieving 7.5 sacks and 45 tackles along with another fumble recovery.
During the 2023 season, Gary secured a four-year contract extension with the Packers, which stipulates that he will be owed $18 million in 2026 and $21 million in 2027. The Cowboys, under the leadership of head coach Brian Schottenheimer, ended the previous season with a 7-9-1 record, facing challenges particularly on defense. Their defensive unit struggled significantly, ranking last in points allowed and second-to-last in total yards allowed during the 2025 season.
The acquisition of Gary represents a strategic move by the Cowboys to strengthen their defensive capabilities as they prepare for the upcoming season.
