The Dallas Cowboys continue to reshape their offensive arsenal, with speculation rising around a potential trade that could bring Pro Bowl tight end David Njoku from the Cleveland Browns to Arlington.
This comes shortly after the Cowboys traded a 2026 third-round pick to the Pittsburgh Steelers in exchange for wide receiver George Pickens, adding much-needed explosiveness alongside star receiver CeeDee Lamb. Pickens, who recorded 900 yards and three touchdowns in 2024 after a 1,000-yard season in 2023, is expected to help open up the passing game for quarterback Dak Prescott.
Despite that move, tight end remains a question mark in Dallas. Jake Ferguson, coming off a disappointing 2024 season, is approaching free agency. With second-year player Luke Schoonmaker yet to prove himself as a reliable option, the Cowboys could benefit from Njoku’s experience and production.
David Njoku, 29, has been a consistent weapon in Cleveland’s offense. In just 11 games last season, he tallied 64 receptions for 505 yards and five touchdowns. His standout year came in 2023, when he posted 81 catches for 882 yards and six touchdowns, earning his first Pro Bowl selection.
Njoku’s ability to stretch the field and serve as a safety valve in the middle makes him an ideal complement to Lamb and Pickens in offensive coordinator Brian Schottenheimer’s system. With his contract set to expire after the 2025 season, the Browns might consider a trade, especially if they look to get value before free agency.
While Dallas may not be the most likely destination, it would certainly be one of the most compelling. Njoku’s arrival could give the Cowboys one of the most versatile and dangerous pass-catching trios in the league, solidifying their commitment to building around Prescott for a deep playoff run.
