If Dallas Waits, the Eagles Will Land Myles Garrett

Why the Cowboys Must Move Fast on Myles Garrett

The Dallas Cowboys have a golden window to make a move that could reshape the NFC for years.

Cleveland Browns superstar Myles Garrett could be available if he lifts his no-trade clause — and Dallas cannot afford to let the Philadelphia Eagles swoop in first.

Garrett is the type of player who changes everything: a four-time All-Pro with a rare blend of speed, power, and intelligence. His addition would instantly elevate Dallas’ defense from terrible to average.

With Micah Parsons now in Green Bay, the Cowboys lack a true alpha edge rusher — and Garrett fits that role perfectly.

Why the Cowboys Can Afford It

The Cowboys are uniquely positioned to pull off a blockbuster.

In 2026, they hold two first-round picks — their own and one from the Packers via the Micah Parsons trade. Even if Jerry Jones sends both first-rounders to Cleveland, the Cowboys still retain two more first-round picks in 2027.

That means Dallas can make the biggest trade of the decade without mortgaging its future.

A realistic proposal could look like this:

• 2026 1st-round pick (Cowboys)
• 2026 1st-round pick (Packers via Parsons trade)
• 2027 3rd-round pick (conditional on team performance)

Financially, it works too. Garrett’s 2025 cap hit of $22.9 million is manageable, and Dallas could restructure to spread the cost over several seasons. With so many young players on rookie deals, the Cowboys can afford this type of superstar salary.

Why the Browns Should Consider It

Trading Myles Garrett would be painful, but for the Browns, it could also be pragmatic.

Garrett’s four-year, $160 million contract backloads heavy cap hits: nearly $29 million in 2027 and $31 million in 2028. By dealing him now, Cleveland would:

• Shed more than $30 million in future salary obligations
• Gain multiple first-round selections
• Reset a defense that’s aging and expensive

With Deshaun Watson’s massive deal weighing down the cap, the Browns need flexibility. Moving Garrett while his value is highest could be the smart long-term play — especially if he’s willing to waive his no-trade clause.

Why Dallas Can’t Let Philadelphia Get Him

Make no mistake — the Eagles are lurking. Philadelphia has the cap space, defensive need, and general-manager aggressiveness to pursue Garrett if he becomes available.

If the Cowboys hesitate, Garrett could land in Philadelphia green, forming a terrifying duo with Jalen Carter. That would give the Eagles the NFC’s best front and put Dallas permanently behind in the divisional arms race.

This isn’t just about improvement — it’s about preventing your biggest rival from taking control of the conference. The Cowboys have the picks, the money, and the motivation to strike first.

A Win-Win Deal for Both Sides

• Dallas gets a generational defensive force who immediately changes their season’s trajectory.
• Cleveland gains two premium first-round picks and cap flexibility for a strategic reset.

Garrett’s dominance — elite pass-rush win rates, consistent double-digit sacks, and unmatched leadership — makes him worth every penny and every pick.

Strike Before Philly Does

The Cowboys rarely get a chance to make a bold move without destroying their draft future. This is one of those moments.

If Myles Garrett lifts his no-trade clause, Jerry Jones must act immediately.

Because if the Eagles beat them to it, the balance of power in the NFC East could shift for years.