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A ‘disappointed’ Jerry Jones would like to improve Cowboys’ roster before trade deadline

Dallas is 2-4 and coming off two bad losses in primetime. But being in such a bad NFC East division, Jones is remaining optimistic.

Published: Wednesday, 21 October 2026 at 6:19 PM
A ‘disappointed’ Jerry Jones would like to improve Cowboys’ roster before trade deadline
Key Things to Know
  • Jerry Jones stated he wants to improve the 2-4 Dallas Cowboys' roster before the November 10 trade deadline.
  • Jones expressed openness to trading significant draft capital to help the team contend this season.
  • The Cowboys recently acquired cornerback Joey Porter Jr. from Pittsburgh in exchange for a second-round draft pick.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones expressed disappointment and frustration with his team's 2-4 start but affirmed his desire to upgrade the roster before the November 10 NFL trade deadline. Speaking at league meetings in New York on Wednesday, Jones indicated he remains open to trading draft capital to help the team contend this season, citing opportunity within a struggling NFC East division.

The Cowboys have lost consecutive games to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Green Bay Packers, prompting scrutiny of head coach Brian Schottenheimer. Despite recent struggles that led to hiring Mike Pettine to assist defensive coordinator Christian Parker, Cowboys leadership affirmed continued confidence in Schottenheimer.

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