Cowboys owner Jerry Jones addresses the Maxx Crosby trade rumors
Las Vegas Raiders edge-rusher Maxx Crosby was linked to the Dallas Cowboys in trade rumors this week, prompting a response from Jerry Jones.
Former ESPN personality Trey Wingo cited sources earlier this week claiming that the Cowboys had reached out to the Raiders about a potential Crosby trade. Jones denied that was the case, and said while he would ideally like to add a defender, it might not even be a pass rusher.
Jerry Jones comments on the rumors
“I would say, without incriminating any area of it, it would be a defensive player. But not a pass-rusher,” Jones told Dianna Russini of The Athletic when asked where Jones would like to add.
The Cowboys pass rush has faced questions since the Micah Parsons trade, but Dallas’ defense as a whole has been poor all season. It would make sense for the Cowboys to ask about Crosby if he were available, but there is no indication that he wants a trade or that the Raiders want to move him.
Despite Jones’ proclamation, there have been other trade rumors linking Dallas to pass-rushers. The owner has publicly maintained that the position is not one of need, but nobody quite believes him. With just 14 sacks through the first seven games, it is easy to see why.
Steelers Rookie Benched for Disciplinary Violation — Hasn’t Played a Single Snap After Mike Tomlin’s Warning
The Pittsburgh Steelers’ rookie quarterback has yet to play a single down this season — and head coach
For weeks, speculation swirled around whether the Steelers’ sixth-round pick was simply stuck behind veterans or had fallen short of expectations in practice. But Tomlin made it clear: this was about
discipline, not depth.
“He’s got all the tools,” Tomlin said firmly. “But here in Pittsburgh, talent doesn’t mean much if you don’t prepare like a professional. Discipline and focus come first — always.”
The player at the center of this story is Will Howard, the 2025 sixth-round pick out of Ohio State, who signed a four-year, $4.2 million rookie contract on May 10, 2025.
Howard entered the NFL with an impressive résumé. He started his college career at Kansas State (2020–2023) before transferring to Ohio State, where he led the Buckeyes to the
2024 College Football Playoff National Championship and earned Offensive MVP honors in the title game.
His combination of arm strength, size, and leadership had the Steelers believing he could develop into a long-term starter. However, his transition into the pros has been more challenging than expected.
According to team insiders, Howard reportedly missed several reads, skipped film sessions, and failed to execute detailed game plans during practice, frustrating the coaching staff and leading to his benching.
Tomlin’s decision wasn’t personal — it was a message. “In this locker room, accountability is non-negotiable,” he said. “You can’t just show up and rely on potential. You earn your spot by showing discipline, every day, every rep.”
With Aaron Rodgers taking every offensive snap through six games and Mason Rudolph serving as QB2, Howard has been relegated to the scout team, learning the offense and simulating opponents for the defense.
Despite his current bench status, Tomlin still sees promise in the 23-year-old passer. “He’s not done — far from it,” the coach said. “This is about growth. When he’s ready mentally and physically, his moment will come. But in Pittsburgh, you play the Steeler way — or you don’t play at all.”
