Cowboys Vet on the Outs in Dallas Addresses Uncertain Future
Uncertainty Looms for Veteran
Amari Cooper was a key piece of the Dallas Cowboys' offense for three seasons, but his future with the team is now uncertain. The Cowboys have reportedly been shopping Cooper in trades since the NFL Draft, and he has yet to find a new home.
Cooper is scheduled to make $20 million in the final year of his contract, and the Cowboys are looking to clear cap space. They have several other receivers on their roster, including CeeDee Lamb, Michael Gallup, and Dalton Schultz.
Cooper has been a productive receiver throughout his career, but he has had some issues with injuries in recent years. He missed three games in 2020 with a knee injury, and he missed two games in 2021 with a hamstring injury.
Cooper Speaks Out
Cooper recently spoke out about his uncertain future with the Cowboys. He said that he is "disappointed" with the team's decision to trade him, but he is also "excited" about the opportunity to play for a new team.
"I'm disappointed that things didn't work out in Dallas, but I'm also excited about the future," Cooper said. "I know I can still play at a high level, and I'm looking forward to finding a new home where I can contribute."
Cooper has been linked to several teams in trade rumors, including the New York Jets, Philadelphia Eagles, and Green Bay Packers. It is unclear where he will end up, but he is expected to be traded before the start of the regular season.
Impact on the Cowboys
Cooper's departure will leave a big hole in the Cowboys' offense. He was their leading receiver in 2019 and 2020, and he was second on the team in receiving yards in 2021.
The Cowboys will need to find a way to replace Cooper's production, and they may look to the free agent market or the NFL Draft to do so.
The Cowboys have several other receivers on their roster, but none of them have the same experience or production as Cooper. CeeDee Lamb is the team's most promising receiver, but he is still only in his second season. Michael Gallup is a solid receiver, but he has also had some injury problems. Dalton Schultz is a good pass-catching tight end, but he is not a true wide receiver.
The Cowboys may also look to trade for a receiver, but there are not many good options available. The most likely trade target is Brandin Cooks of the Houston Texans, but he is also scheduled to make $20 million in the final year of his contract.
The Cowboys will have to make a decision on Cooper's future soon. Trading him would clear cap space and open up a spot on the roster, but it would also leave a big hole in the offense. The Cowboys will need to weigh the pros and cons carefully before making a decision.