Star wide receiver Davante Adams is still being linked to the Dallas Cowboys as a possible suitor for a blockbuster trade with the Las Vegas Raiders. Regarding the Cowboys’ interest in Adams, there have been differing reports.
What would the six-time Pro Bowl receiver cost Dallas if they were to pursue Adams aggressively? Jon Machota of The Athletic crafted a trade proposal for Adams that would have seen the Cowboys acquire the great player in exchange for wide receiver Jalen Brooks and a 2025 third-round pick.
“Davante Adams trade proposals: What could the Raiders get for the future Hall of Fame WR?” Machota wrote in an October 2, 2024, piece titled “The Raiders will likely have better offers, but it’s difficult for the Cowboys to give up much more in terms of future draft picks.” “They recently elevated receiver CeeDee Lamb to the position of second-highest paid non-quarterback and named Dak Prescott the top paid player in the NFL. Eventually, they want to sign Micah Parsons to a contract that will probably make him the highest-paid non-quarterback in the NFL.
Although there are more pressing issues for the Cowboys, such as at running back and along the defensive line, owner and general manager Jerry Jones has always been fascinated with receivers. He’s been successful in drafting players like Dez Bryant and Lamb, but he’s also been prepared to go above and above to bring in big-play veterans, according to Machota.
In 2000, he acquired Joey Galloway for two first-round selections. In 2006, he signed Terrell Owens. In 2008, he acquired Roy Williams by trading first-, third-, and sixth-round selections. 2018 saw him exchange a first-round selection for Amari Cooper.
Insider: The Cowboys and Raiders are “monitoring” a possible blockbuster trade involving Davante Adams.
A major barrier to Adams joining the Cowboys is his massive $140 million, five-year contract. Adams still has two more seasons left on his contract after this one. Adams’s 2024 salary is $16.8 million, with a $25.3 million cap hit.
Regarding Dallas, trade rumors that associated the team with Adams grew stronger after Dianna Russini of The Athletic revealed that the Cowboys were reportedly “monitoring” a possible deal for the playmaker.
In a comment posted on X on October 2, Russini said, “The Jets and Cowboys are among the many teams monitoring the Davante Adams situation.” “They have both logged in to the Raiders.” As of right now, I’ve been informed that Vegas is waiting to relocate until a club offers their asking price, but Adams is eager to leave.
There Are Conflicting Reports on the Cowboys’ Interest Level in a Trade With the Raiders
Jane Slater of NFL Network was one of the people who subsequently revealed that Dallas had no interest in signing Adams. The Cowboys’ hesitation was primarily due to the financial ramifications, according to the league insider.
In a message sent on October 2, Slater stated, “HC Mike McCarthy was asked about Davante Adams and spoke of his respect for him as the player but doesn’t get into talks or player aquisitions.” “On the inside, I’ve been informed that the Cowboys are unaware that Adams ‘doesn’t have the money,’ and that draft capital is even more crucial for next season.”
Due to Brandin Cooks’ injury, the Cowboys are deficient in wide receivers behind CeeDee Lamb. Jalen Tolbert recently had one of his best games as a professional, hauling in seven passes for 87 yards and the game-winning touchdown reception against the Pittsburgh Steelers. Given Adams’ financial situation, it seems unlikely that the Cowboys will pursue Adams with the necessary zeal.
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