As Pro Football Network’s Anthony DiBona writes, Cowboys defensive end DeMarcus Lawrence should be considered Dallas’ “top” trade candidate this season. Lawrence — who has been a member of the Cowboys since 2014 — is entering the final year of his three-year, $40 million contract, as DiBona mentions.

“While Micah Parsons is clearly a foundational piece on the edge for the Dallas Cowboys, DeMarcus Lawrence isn’t getting any younger and is heading into the final year of his three-year contract with the team,” writes DiBona. “Dallas could actually save $10 million by trading Lawrence, which would free up more snaps for the Cowboys’ young pass rushers. Dallas selected Marshawn Kneeland in the second round of the 2024 NFL Draft, potentially signaling the end of Lawrence’s tenure.”

According to Pro Football Focus, Lawrence posted a career-high 91.3 defensive grade and 92.4 run defensive grade last season. Among all edge rushers, Lawrence ranked seventh in defensive grade and second in run defensive grade.