Cowboys Cut LB Logan Wilson After Trade Fails

The Dallas Cowboys have released linebacker Logan Wilson on Friday, ending his short tenure with the team. Wilson was acquired via an in-season trade in November, but his presence did not significantly improve one of the NFL's worst defensive units.

The Cowboys are currently in the midst of a significant defensive overhaul. This includes the recent hiring of Christian Parker as the new defensive coordinator, replacing Matt Eberflus. Last season, the Cowboys defense allowed the most points and had the fewest interceptions in franchise history.

Prior to joining Dallas, Wilson saw diminished playing time with the Cincinnati Bengals. He played eight games for the Cowboys after appearing in seven for the Bengals. Dallas finished last in the NFL in scoring and passing defense and 29th in total yards allowed.

Wilson, a 29-year-old who was a third-round draft pick in 2020, had previously recorded at least 100 tackles for four consecutive seasons before his role decreased last year. The Cowboys had previously traded for Jack Sanborn, another player from Eberflus's former team, but he also did not pan out due to injury.