So Jerry Jones did make a trade after all.
The Dallas Cowboys acquired veteran linebacker Logan Wilson in a trade with the Cincinnati Bengals, NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport reported on Tuesday, per sources informed of the deal. The Cowboys sent a 2026 seventh-round pick back to the Bengals, Rapoport added.
Cincinnati later announced the deal.
Wilson, a six-year pro, requested a trade out of Cincinnati after his snaps were slashed earlier this season. Now he lands in Dallas to help an equally struggling defense turn things around.
A third-round pick in 2020 out of Wyoming, Wilson grew into a sturdy starter in the middle of Lou Anarumo’s defense. A reliable tackler who was stellar in coverage, the linebacker generated 11 interceptions, six forced fumbles, 25 passes defensed, 5.5 sacks and 541 tackles in five-plus seasons in Cincy. Since taking over as a full-time starter in 2021, Wilson has generated four consecutive 100-tackle seasons, including 104 in just 11 games last season.
However, with defensive coordinator Al Golden taking over, and the Bengals opting to go with younger players, Wilson’s playing time was curtailed. He played just 58 snaps from Weeks 6-8. He did not play in Week 9 due to a calf injury. Presumably, the injury won’t hinder his transition to Dallas.
With fourth-round rookie Barrett Carter taking more snaps, Wilson requested a trade. The Bengals finally made the move ahead of Tuesday’s trade deadline.
“I appreciate everything Logan has done as a player and as a person during his time in Cincinnati,” Bengals coach Zac Taylor said in a statement. “He has been a central part of our defense over the past six years, and he will be remembered as a leader in our locker room. I wish him the best moving forward.”