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Cowboys’ Tight End Shake-Up? Luke Schoonmaker Could Be Headed to Texans After Shocking Injury

The Dallas Cowboys may have just stumbled into a golden trade opportunity — and it has nothing to do with their glaring needs at cornerback or defensive tackle. Instead, the spotlight is now on the tight end room, where depth has turned into a potential bargaining chip.

Former second-round pick Luke Schoonmaker could suddenly be one of the hottest names on the trade market after the Houston Texans suffered a brutal blow in practice. Veteran TE Brevin Jordan went down while chasing a deep pass from C.J. Stroud, unable to put weight on his leg. The scene was heartbreaking — Jordan, just 25, was in tears as he was carted off the field, later diagnosed with a season-ending knee injury.

The Texans’ tight end depth chart is now paper-thin. Both Jordan and Irv Smith Jr. are set to hit free agency after the season, leaving Dalton Schultz as the only proven TE under contract beyond 2025. Schultz, who posted 52 receptions for 532 yards and two touchdowns last year, can’t shoulder the load alone — especially with his own contract questions looming.

Meanwhile, the Cowboys are quietly loaded at tight end. Trading Schoonmaker wouldn’t weaken their offensive firepower, but could bring in valuable assets to shore up weaker areas of the roster. With Houston desperate for help and Dallas holding the cards, this could be a win-win deal waiting to happen.

If the Texans want to keep their playoff hopes alive, the time to call Dallas might be right now.

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49ers Fan-Favourite OL Faces Family Tragedy Ahead of Week 6 Game as Military-Trained Skydiving Instructor Dies in Nashville
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