NFL trade rumors are growing as the trade deadline looms in just a few hours. The Dallas Cowboys are no exception since the team is also rumored to be pursuing a few important pieces to revamp its defense.

Cowboys Trade Rumors Heat Up Ahead of Deadline

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With head coach Brian Schottenheimer in the first year of his current tenure, the Cowboys look to strengthen their lineup in pursuit of a deep postseason push. According to NFL insider Jordan Schultz, Dallas has engaged with multiple teams in trade discussions, targeting several high-impact defensive players.

"My understanding is the #Cowboys have spoken to the Bengals on DE Trey Hendrickson and LB Logan Wilson, and to the Dolphins on OLB Bradley Chubb. They've had talks with other teams as well.

If these talks lead to action, the Cowboys could add serious defensive power just in time for the season's second half.

Bengals' Defensive Anchor in Sights of Cowboys

Linebacker Logan Wilson has been one of the most consistent performers for Cincinnati since being selected 65th overall in the 2020 NFL Draft. Measuring 6'2" and weighing 245 pounds, Wilson has totaled 541 tackles in 76 games, displaying high reliability and tackling efficiency.

Of course, with the Bengals' defense currently among the league's worst, according to PFSN's Defense Impact metric, Wilson could be a valuable trade chip. He's currently listed as questionable with a calf injury, but that hasn't stopped Dallas from expressing interest in bringing his leadership and physicality to their linebacker corps.

Proven Pass Rusher on Dallas' Radar

According to Pro Football Network, the other big target for the Cowboys from the Bengals is defensive end Trey Hendrickson. The 30-year-old FAU alum was originally drafted in 2017 by the New Orleans Saints and has totaled 81 career sacks and 15 forced fumbles. Although a hip injury kept him out of the Bengals' most recent loss to Chicago, Hendrickson's skill as an explosive pass-rusher makes him a perfect fit for Dallas' defensive front.

Adding Trey Hendrickson would bolster the Cowboys' edge attack, providing more pressure and depth alongside Micah Parsons.

Cowboys in for Miami's Star Linebacker

The Cowboys are not the only team chasing Miami Dolphins' linebacker Bradley Chubb, but they are reportedly one of the most aggressive suitors. A fifth overall pick in the 2018 NFL Draft, Chubb brings elite experience and athleticism. Currently, he has four sacks this season and a manageable $1.25 million base salary.

Trading him ahead of the deadline would cost Miami a staggering $23.858 million in dead money next year, but in Dallas, Chubb could be that missing piece in an already dangerous defense.