Cowboys had 'discussions with AFC North team' about WR trade before draft

The latest Dallas Cowboys rumors indicate the team has been discussing a potential trade for a veteran wide receiver with an unnamed AFC North team.

Dallas Cowboys CEO Stephen Jones, head coach Brian Schottenheimer, and owner Jerry Jones speak to the media. | Tim Heitman-Imagn Images

The Dallas Cowboys may not be done making moves to reshape the roster just yet, according to the latest rumors floating around America's Team. Following the NFL Draft, Jerry Jones indicated the team could still pursue a veteran wide receiver after failing to draft one through seven rounds over the weekend.

As it turns out, before the draft Jerry and company were doing some due diligence on adding a playmaker opposite CeeDee Lamb.

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Dallas' front office has hinted at a potential trade on several occasions, and Todd Archer of ESPN is reporting the team had "discussions with an AFC North team" before the draft.

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver George Pickens breaks a tackle by Dallas Cowboys cornerback Jourdan Lewis. | Barry Reeger-Imagn Images

In an interesting note, because the team had been mentioned multiple times as a potential landing spot for Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver George Pickens and Baltimore Ravens speedster Rashod Bateman. Could they have been the team involved in the discussions?

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Ultimely, no doeal was agreed to but that doesn't mean the Cowboys won't reignite trade talks.

Dallas Cowboys receiver Amari Cooper celebrates a 75-yard fourth-quarter touchdown pass with quarterback Dak Prescott. | Matthew Emmons-Imagn Images

They could also settle for adding a veteran free agent like former Dallas star Amari Cooper or former Los Angeles Chargers star Keenan Allen.

There are several options for the team to continue building their roster, so Cowboys Nation can still hope for a splash.

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