Dallas Cowboys leads the race to sign Dalvin Cook ahead of Buccaneers and Ram before Oct. 31.
Rumors suggest Dalvin Cook could be traded soon: 5 possible landing spots, including Dallas Cowboys
Several new rumors seem to indicate that the New York Jets may decide to trade free agent addition Dalvin Cook before the NFL trade deadline later this month.
In the weeks leading up to the start of the 2023 NFL regular season, there has been a lot of speculation about the future of Dalvin Cook. The four-time Pro Bowler was considered a game changer whenever he was willing to pay the necessary cash to purchase his services.
In the end, playing with Aaron Rodgers — and $7 million — was enough to help the New York Jets land the talented quarterback. However, with Rodgers potentially out for the rest of the season and the rise of 2022 rookie Breece Hall, it appears Cook may now be expendable. Through Week 6, Cook is averaging just 7.2 yards per play and 3.8 yards passing. Unfortunately, the 28-year-old hasn’t put up the same numbers as before, and with the Jets reportedly willing to go out and make trades before the NFL trade deadline, The Athletic’s Dianna Russini reported Sunday that Cook could be on the rise. . for catching. .
Adding to the idea, ESPN Jets reporter Rich Cimini also stated that “some teams are curious to see what” the team does with Cook before October 31st. While the $3.9 million he has left on his contract this season is a steep price, we take a look at five prospects who might be willing to take that risk to see if they can make a midseason return to the star front. 5 teams that can trade Dalvin Cook before October 31st
Dallas Cowboys
The Dallas Cowboys offense hasn’t been nearly as great this season as it was last year. Some of that could be put down to the plus and minus of quarterback Dak Prescott, but the lack of a two-headed running machine certainly played a role as well.
Pro bowler Tony Pollard was in the best combination with Ezekiel Elliott last year. Perhaps bringing in Cook, a player closer to peaking than Elliott, could bring Dallas back as an offensive force in 2022. Cleveland Browns
The Cleveland Browns lost star quarterback Nick Chubb for the season last month and replaced him with veteran Kareem Hunt. Hunt can’t replace Chubb by himself, but a Cook pairing looks like a great combination on paper that would give QB Deshaun Watson a lot more help on offense when he returns from a shoulder injury.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have been one of the surprising teams this season because Baker Mayfield has an all-time record. However, their running game is terrible and one of the worst in the league. The team is a contender in the perennially weak NFC South, and Cook could be the type of player to help boost their chances of winning another division title in 2023. Houston Texans
CJ Stroud was outstanding in his rookie season with the Houston Texans. Unfortunately, he won’t get much help outside of wide receiver Nico Collins. Like the Bucs, they desperately need help in the backfield, and a longtime star with something to prove could be ideal.
Los Angeles Rams
Like the Bucs, the Los Angeles Rams have been one of the big surprises this season thanks to a very effective passing game. The same cannot be said for their running game. Cook would certainly be an improvement over Kyren Williams and could be motivated back to the top being the bottom line in the West.
