Cowboys Nearing Deal to Acquire Packers Edge Rusher Rashan Gary
The Dallas Cowboys are on the verge of finalizing a significant trade with the Green Bay Packers. The Cowboys are set to acquire Rashan Gary, a former Pro Bowl defensive end, in exchange for a fourth-round pick in the 2027 NFL Draft.
Rashan Gary’s Career Overview
Rashan Gary, who is currently 28 years old, has dedicated all seven seasons of his NFL career to the Green Bay Packers. He earned a Pro Bowl selection in 2024 and has accumulated a total of 46.5 career sacks.
Recent Performance
- In the 2025 NFL season, Gary played 15 games.
- He recorded 7.5 sacks, along with 20 quarterback hits.
- Gary also made seven tackles for loss and forced one fumble.
Cowboys’ Defensive Strategy
Cowboys owner and general manager Jerry Jones emphasized the team’s need for immediate defensive contributors. At the NFL Combine, he indicated a willingness to invest future assets for impactful players, stating, “Expect me to go borrow some of my future.”
Jones aims to enhance the team’s performance on third downs, particularly after a challenging previous season.
Connections in Dallas’ Coaching Staff
The move to acquire Gary is not without its connections. Christian Parker, the Cowboys’ new defensive coordinator, was part of the Packers’ staff when they drafted Gary in 2019. This was also Parker’s first experience in the NFL.
Derrick Ansley, who serves as the Cowboys’ defensive pass game coordinator, worked with Gary during the 2024 and 2025 seasons in Green Bay, further boosting familiarity.
Future Implications
The Cowboys’ acquisition of Rashan Gary marks the second trade involving a pass rusher between the two teams in the past year. Last season, Dallas traded Micah Parsons to Green Bay for two first-round picks and Kenny Clark.
While the trade has been agreed upon, it will not be officially processed until the new NFL league year starts on March 11 at 3:00 PM CT.
