The Dallas Cowboys are already generating major offseason buzz, and a new trade proposal from Bleacher Report has the team landing one of the NFL's most accomplished cornerbacks for a surprisingly low price.
Dallas Cowboys Linked to Blockbuster Trade for Jalen Ramsey: Bleacher Report Proposes Steelers CB for Just a 2026 Fifth-Rounder
In a February 20, 2026, article titled "1 Trade We'd Like to See for Every NFL Team," analyst Alex Ballentine suggests the Cowboys acquire Pittsburgh Steelers star Jalen Ramsey in exchange for a 2026 fifth-round pick (projected No. 150 overall).
Trade Breakdown:
- Cowboys receive: CB Jalen Ramsey
- Steelers receive: 2026 fifth-round pick (No. 150)
Ballentine writes:
"Jalen Ramsey has been connected to the Dallas Cowboys since he entered the league. The star defensive back has said the team told him they would draft him when they chose Ezekiel Elliott in the 2016 draft.
Dallas also came up as a potential suitor when the Dolphins were potentially looking to trade Ramsey last spring, although Cowboys insider Ed Werder refuted the report.
Still, one year later and the Cowboys have a need in the defensive backfield. They released Trevon Diggs at the end of the season and DaRon Bland is the only sure thing coming back next season."
Why Jalen Ramsey Makes Sense for the Cowboys
- Proven Elite Talent: Ramsey, 31, is an eight-time Pro Bowler, three-time First-Team All-Pro, and one of the most dominant cornerbacks of his generation. Despite a down 2025 with Pittsburgh (limited by injury and scheme fit), his resume includes shutdown coverage, physicality, and leadership.
- Dallas' Secondary Need: With Trevon Diggs released and DaRon Bland as the only locked-in starter, Dallas desperately needs a high-end CB1. Ramsey immediately upgrades the unit and pairs perfectly with Bland in a top-tier secondary.
- Bargain Cost: A late fifth-round pick is a low-risk asset for a player of Ramsey's caliber, especially if Pittsburgh looks to rebuild or clear cap space.
- Longtime Connection: Ramsey has openly said Dallas told him pre-2016 draft they wanted him (before selecting Ezekiel Elliott). The mutual history could make a reunion appealing.
Challenges & Realism Check
- Contract: Ramsey is under contract through 2028, so Dallas would inherit that number unless restructured.
- Steelers Motivation: Pittsburgh may not move Ramsey for a fifth-rounder unless they're fully rebuilding or Ramsey requests a trade.
- Cowboys Cap Situation: Dallas is projected over the cap entering 2026, so adding Ramsey's deal would require creative restructuring or cuts elsewhere.
Still, Howie Roseman-style GMs like Jerry Jones love splash moves, and Ramsey has long been linked to Dallas. The proposal has ignited massive debate among Cowboys fans on social media.
Cowboys Nation: Would you pull the trigger on Jalen Ramsey for a fifth-rounder? Or is the price too low to be realistic? Drop your thoughts below—this could be the biggest defensive splash of the offseason!
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