Breaking: Cowboys Reportedly Targeting Commanders Star — A Power Move in the Trenches?
Breaking: Cowboys Reportedly Targeting Commanders Star — A Power Move in the Trenches?
The Dallas Cowboys might be gearing up for one of their boldest defensive moves in years.
According to multiple league insiders, the team is closely monitoring Washington Commanders defensive tackle DaRon Payne, a disruptive interior force who could immediately elevate Dallas’ front seven.
The timing couldn’t be more critical.
Since losing several key defensive stars in recent seasons — including Micah Parsons’ departure this offseason — the Cowboys’ pass rush has struggled to find its bite. The defense has been inconsistent, often bullied at the line of scrimmage, surrendering over 130 rushing yards per game through the first half of the season.
Payne, still just 27, fits everything Dallas has been missing.
A former first-round pick out of Alabama, he exploded in 2022 with 11.5 sacks and quickly established himself as one of the league’s premier interior disruptors. With rare athleticism and the ability to collapse pockets from the inside, Payne could be the anchor that restores Dallas’s defensive identity.
There’s also a strong sense of urgency in The Star.
Head Coach Matt Eberflus has repeatedly emphasized the need for more toughness up front — and Payne’s combination of power and quickness makes him a dream fit for Eberflus’s hybrid scheme.
But prying Payne away from a division rival won’t be easy. Washington’s front office is reportedly open to listening to offers, but they’re expected to demand significant draft capital in return.
Still, for a Cowboys team sitting in the middle of the NFC pack and searching for a spark, this might be the moment to take a swing.
Because sometimes, the right player doesn’t just plug a hole — he changes the entire attitude of your defense. 💥💙🏈
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Cam Says CALL HIM After Rivers Returns, Shedeur DISRESPECT Continues & Richard Sherman WRONGNew episode of 4th&1 out now!📺: https://t.co/hdru5DuZV7 pic.twitter.com/or8TykRhYd
— 4th&1 with Cam Newton (@4thand1show) December 10, 2025
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