The Green Bay Packers have finalized a trade sending standout edge rusher Rashan Gary to the Dallas Cowboys, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. The compensation for the veteran defender is a 2027 fourth-round draft pick, clarifying the terms of a deal that had been heavily rumored since the start of the NFL's legal tampering period.
Rashan Gary, 28, has spent his entire seven-season career in Green Bay after being selected with the No. 12 overall pick in the 2019 NFL Draft. A 2024 Pro Bowler, Gary has been a consistent presence on the Packers' defensive line, accumulating 46.5 career sacks and 7.5 sacks during the 2025 campaign. The move marks a significant shift for the Green Bay defense, which is reportedly looking to manage a substantial cap hit associated with Gary’s contract for the upcoming 2026 season.
For the Dallas Cowboys, the acquisition addresses a critical need for pass-rushing depth. Following the blockbuster trade that sent Micah Parsons to the Packers last season, the Dallas defense struggled to generate consistent pressure, finishing near the bottom of the league in total sacks. By bringing in Rashan Gary, the Cowboys reunite the edge rusher with former Packers teammate Kenny Clark and new defensive coordinator Christian Parker, who was on the Green Bay staff when Gary was drafted.
This trade continues a series of high-profile transactions between the two franchises. While the 2027 draft pick is several years away, it represents the draft capital necessary for the Packers to move on from Gary’s veteran salary while providing the Cowboys with an immediate contributor for their defensive front.
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