Shemar James’ emergence may have the Cowboys wanting their 5th-rounder back

The Landry Hat argues that the Dallas Cowboys likely regret trading away a fifth-round draft pick for linebacker Dee Winters following the breakout performances of Shemar James. Writer Levi Dombro suggests the trade was unnecessary because James has developed into a reliable starting option, outperforming Winters amidst a turbulent stretch for Dallas and head coach Brian Schottenheimer.

James has recorded 20 tackles, 11 run stops, and an interception over his last three games. Meanwhile, Winters has struggled significantly in five games, missing six tackles and yielding 16 receptions on 19 targets. Dombro contends Dallas could have retained the draft asset rather than acquiring an underwhelming replacement.