As the NFL trade deadline of November 5th nears, a suggested trade by *The Athletic* has stirred excitement among Cowboys fans and analysts.
With a 3-3 record this season, the Dallas Cowboys face increasing urgency to improve if they hope to make a serious playoff run. Without reinforcements, their Super Bowl aspirations appear slim. The team’s performance has been underwhelming, ranking 31st in defense and 20th in offense—stats that have left fans and critics disappointed.
One of the Cowboys’ most pressing issues is their underwhelming running game, which ranks among the worst in the league. Currently, Dallas averages just 3.5 yards per carry, placing them last in both rushing yards and touchdowns. This lack of offensive firepower has put considerable pressure on the Cowboys’ front office to make a move that could revitalize their season.
In a recent article, Mike Jones and Jeff Howe from *The Athletic* floated an idea that could bring much-needed change: a potential trade for Cleveland Browns star running back Nick Chubb. In this scenario, Dallas would acquire Chubb in exchange for a third-round and a sixth-round pick in the 2025 NFL Draft, giving their offense a jolt of energy with a high-caliber player.
For the Browns, a trade involving Chubb seems plausible. They’re currently struggling with a 1-6 record and have already parted ways with wide receiver Amari Cooper, signaling they may be open to trading other veteran players. Chubb, at 28 years old and nearing the end of his contract, could be the next to go.
Jones and Howe argue that Chubb brings exactly the kind of star power that Cowboys owner Jerry Jones craves. They acknowledge the risk associated with Chubb’s recent knee injury but believe he has the potential to make a substantial impact if he returns to form. “Chubb embodies the star power that team owner Jerry Jones desires. While there is some risk associated with his return from a significant knee injury, the potential rewards are immense if Chubb can perform at a top-10 running back level by season’s end,” they wrote.
Despite his recent injuries, including a torn ACL, PCL, and MCL, Chubb’s past performance suggests he could be a game-changer for Dallas. In his last full season, he racked up 1,525 rushing yards and 12 touchdowns over 17 games, demonstrating his value as one of the NFL’s top running backs. Even with his health challenges, the four-time Pro Bowler is expected to outperform the current Cowboys’ backfield, making him an enticing target in a trade that could shift the team’s fortunes.
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