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Cowboys remove RB from roster after MNF loss to Cardinals

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The Dallas Cowboys continue to befuddle their already frustrated fan base by making a big trade to acquire All-Pro defensive lineman Quinnen Williams, despite holding a discouraging 3-5-1 record. This move, coming just a day after a 27-17 home loss to the Arizona Cardinals, has stirred more feelings of resentment, especially concerning the earlier Micah Parsons trade.

While time will tell if this active deadline strategy yields beneficial long-term results, the organization also made a possibly overlooked roster decision amid all the excitement. According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, Dallas is waiving running back Malik Davis.

Davis, a 2022 undrafted player out of Florida, logged just one carry for three yards against Arizona and will now look to continue his career elsewhere. Interestingly, Jaydon Blue was a healthy scratch on Monday’s game, so this move might open opportunities for him. Alternatively, the Cowboys could be clearing roster space for another rookie running back.

Former Clemson star Phil Mafah has yet to make his NFL debut due to a shoulder injury but appears to be making progress. This development suggests that the Third-Team All-ACC selection may soon be activated from injured reserve. During his final season with the Tigers, Mafah rushed for 1,115 yards and eight touchdowns.

The Cowboys have not faced the running back dilemma many predicted before the season, with Javonte Williams averaging an impressive 5.2 yards per carry. However, the team clearly needs depth at the position. For now, Malik Davis will not be part of the franchise’s plan to bolster that depth. Across two stints with Dallas, he has totaled 41 carries for 167 yards and one touchdown.

As the Cowboys continue to adjust their roster, fans will be watching closely to see how these moves impact the team’s performance moving forward.
https://clutchpoints.com/nfl/dallas-cowboys/cowboys-news-removes-rb-from-roster-after-mnf-loss-cardinals

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Was Jets’ Darren Mougey planning to trade Sauce Gardner all along?

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The New York Jets made headlines on NFL Trade Deadline day by executing two of the biggest trades, sending Quinnen Williams and Sauce Gardner to new teams. The first major move involved trading standout cornerback Sauce Gardner to the Indianapolis Colts, even before the contract extension he signed this offseason had officially begun.

Jets rookie General Manager Darren Mougey addressed the Gardner trade during his post-deadline press conference. “We structured the contract in a way that it would be a tradeable contract if that sort of opportunity came to pass,” Mougey explained, as reported by The Athletic’s Zach Rosenblatt.

Earlier this year, the Jets secured both Gardner and wide receiver Garrett Wilson with contracts extending through the 2030 season, signaling the team’s commitment to building through the challenges of the Aaron Rodgers era. However, Mougey made it clear that the organization has been open to offers for some time.

“We have our set values, and we keep all those conversations private. And when it came down to the last few days, Indianapolis kept getting richer and richer with their value, and eventually it was too good to pass up,” Mougey said.

The Jets received an incredible package in return for Gardner, comparable to the blockbuster price the Green Bay Packers paid for Micah Parsons. With three additional first-round picks now in hand, Mougey faces the task of rebuilding the roster, focusing on constructing a strong offensive line and surrounding Garrett Wilson with complementary talent.

Currently, the Jets sit at 1-7 as they return from their bye week, preparing for a matchup against the Cleveland Browns. They recently snapped a losing streak with a victory over the Cincinnati Bengals, marking their first win of the season. However, uncertainty remains around their next starting quarterback, as the Jets have yet to announce whether Justin Fields or Tyrod Taylor will take the snap on Sunday.

Looking ahead, the Jets may once again find themselves near the top of the draft order this April, potentially searching for a new quarterback to lead the franchise into the future.
https://clutchpoints.com/nfl/new-york-jets/jets-news-darren-mougey-planning-trade-sauce-gardner

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Cowboys trade for Jets All-Pro defensive lineman Quinnen Williams

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Nov. 4 (UPI) — The Dallas Cowboys have agreed to trade two draft picks and defensive lineman Mazi Smith to the New York Jets in exchange for defensive lineman Quinnen Williams, league sources told UPI on Tuesday.

The Cowboys will send a second-round pick in the 2026 NFL Draft and a first-round pick in the 2027 NFL Draft, along with Smith, to the Jets as part of the Williams deal. This move comes on the same day the Jets also agreed to trade All-Pro cornerback Sauce Gardner to the Indianapolis Colts.

Quinnen Williams, 27, was the No. 3 overall pick in the 2019 NFL Draft by the Jets. A three-time Pro Bowl selection and 2022 first-team All-Pro, Williams has recorded 32 combined tackles, seven tackles for loss, three forced fumbles, and a sack through eight starts this season. Over his first seven NFL seasons and 98 appearances, he amassed 322 combined tackles, 59 tackles for loss, 40 sacks, 14 passes defensed, eight forced fumbles, three fumble recoveries, and one interception.

The Jets signed Williams to a four-year, $96 million extension in 2023, keeping him under contract through 2027.

Mazi Smith, 24, was the No. 26 overall pick by the Cowboys in the 2023 NFL Draft. He has totaled 57 combined tackles, seven tackles for loss, and two sacks through 39 NFL appearances. Smith is currently in the third year of his four-year rookie contract.

Through the Williams and Gardner trades, the Jets acquired first- and second-round picks in the 2026 NFL Draft, two first-round picks in the 2027 NFL Draft, defensive lineman Mazi Smith, and wide receiver Adonai Mitchell.

In a separate deadline-day deal earlier Tuesday, the Cowboys traded a seventh-round pick in the 2026 NFL Draft to the Cincinnati Bengals in exchange for linebacker Logan Wilson.

The Cowboys (3-5-1), currently ranked with the second-worst defense in the NFL, are on a bye in Week 10. They will face the Las Vegas Raiders (2-6) in Week 11.

The Jets (1-7) will host the Cleveland Browns (2-6) at 1 p.m. EST Sunday in East Rutherford, N.J.
https://www.upi.com/Sports_News/NFL/2025/11/04/Cowboys-trade-Jets-All-Pro-Quinnen-Williams/4251762285993/