The Dallas Cowboys are at the center of some intriguing trade chatter, with veteran defensive tackle Osa Odighizuwa reportedly drawing interest from several teams, including the San Francisco 49ers. This buzz around Odighizuwa, who’s currently in the second year of a hefty four-year, $80 million contract, highlights the depth of Dallas' defensive line, which also features standout talents like Quinnen Williams and Kenny Clark.
Adding to the mix, the Cowboys recently signed defensive tackle Otito Ogbonnia, further clouding Odighizuwa's role on the team. This move, coupled with ongoing discussions about restructuring contracts to free up cap space, has left Odighizuwa's future in Dallas uncertain. While the Cowboys have restructured deals for key players like Dak Prescott, CeeDee Lamb, and others, Odighizuwa’s contract remains untouched, suggesting a potential openness to trade possibilities.
Interestingly, reports have linked Odighizuwa to trade talks involving Maxx Crosby, although no official offer materialized before Crosby ended up back with the Raiders after a brief flirtation with the Ravens. With the Cowboys potentially looking to shake things up, it’s worth keeping an eye on whether they’ll revisit trade discussions.
The 49ers' interest is particularly intriguing, given their recent hire of former Cowboys defensive coordinator Matt Eberflus as the assistant head coach of defense. This connection might play a role in their pursuit of Odighizuwa.
Financially, trading Odighizuwa before June 1 would save the Cowboys $4.75 million against the cap, a factor that could weigh heavily in their decision-making. Since being drafted in 2021, Odighizuwa has been a reliable presence, missing just one game and racking up 216 tackles and 17 sacks over his five-season tenure in Dallas.
As the situation unfolds, the Cowboys’ strategy and Odighizuwa’s next move will be key storylines to watch in the coming weeks.