Feb. 20, 2026, 5:11 p.m. ET
A familiar face for Indianapolis Colts’ defensive coordinator Lou Anarumo is now on the open market.
The Dallas Cowboys are reportedly releasing linebacker Logan Wilson in favor of $6.5 million in salary cap savings.
The Cowboys acquired Wilson via a trade with the Cincinnati Bengals before the trade deadline. With Dallas, Wilson appeared in seven games with one start, making 28 tackles with a forced fumble, according to ESPN.
Before joining the Cowboys, Wilson had been with the Bengals since the 2020 season, spending his entire career with Anarumo up until the 2025 season.
Wilson played an important role in the Bengals’ Super Bowl run a few years back. He’s been a sound tackler during his career and has forced 12 interceptions and 13 pass breakups, per PFF.
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Adding Wilson to the linebacker room won’t solve the Colts issues at the position. However, he could provide experienced depth, which is very much needed, and his familiarity with Anarumo’s system could hopefully help him hit the ground running.
The price has to be right here with Wilson’s play having taken a step back, and if signed, this addition shouldn’t stop Chris Ballard from continuing to add to the linebacker position. The Colts are in need of an added coverage presence here.
This is a signing that would ideally help raise the floor of this unit.