If Dallas Waits, Philly Wins — A Superstar and the Decade’s Biggest Trade Hang in the Balance

The Time to Act Is Now

The Cowboys find themselves in a rare position: they have the chance to land a true generational talent — and they cannot afford to wait. If they hesitate, the Eagles are ready to pounce.
Myles Garrett is that type of player who can tilt the whole NFC East dynamic in one move.

What Makes Garrett the Game-Changer

Garrett isn’t just a dominant pass rusher — he’s a four-time All-Pro whose combination of speed, power and football IQ puts him among the league’s elite. His addition would instantly upgrade Dallas’ defense from “needs work” to “must-respect.”
With Micah Parsons now in Green Bay, Dallas lacks a clear alpha edge-rusher. Garrett fits that void perfectly.

Why The Cowboys Can Afford the Move

What’s rare in this league: a team that has the assets and the financial flexibility to make a blockbuster without crippling the future.
Dallas holds two first-round picks in 2026: their own and one acquired in the Parsons trade. Even if they package both to the Browns, they still retain first-round currency in 2027. With that cushion, they could pursue Garrett without mortgaging the future.

On the salary front, Garrett’s 2025 cap hit (~$22.9 million) is manageable, and Dallas — loaded with young contracts — has the runway to restructure and absorb the cost.

Why The Browns Might Consider Letting Him Go

For the Cleveland Browns, trading Garrett would sting, but it could make sense. He’s locked into a big contract: roughly four years, $160 million, with serious cap hits later on ($29 M in 2027, ~$31 M in 2028). By trading him now, Cleveland could:

• Free up significant long-term cap space.

The Eagles Are Waiting in the Wings

Here’s the kicker: the Eagles are watching. They have the cap room, they know the need, and their front-office has shown they’re aggressive in the trenches. If Dallas delays, Garrett could land in Philadelphia, pairing with Jalen Carter and creating a fearsome front — one that could tilt the NFC East power balance for years.
This isn’t just about bolstering Dallas — it’s about preventing the rival from seizing control.

The Window Is Open — But It Won’t Stay That Way

Cowboys owner Jerry Jones rarely gets a moment where he can swing for the fences without draining the draft board. This is one of those rare moments.
If Garrett lifts his no-trade clause, Dallas must strike fast. Hesitation could hand Philadelphia the upper hand — and the shift in momentum.