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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.

Cowboys on Verge of Adding Deep Ball Hunter CB With 4.39s Speed Pending Medicals
The Dallas Cowboys are moving quickly to address their secondary. According to multiple reports, the team has agreed to terms with a high-profile cornerback, pending the completion of standard medical evaluations this week.   The move comes as Dallas continues searching for stability on the back end of its defense. Injuries and inconsistency have forced the Cowboys to look for experienced help to pair with Trevon Diggs in coverage.   That help is expected to arrive in the form of Asante Samuel Jr., a proven playmaker who has emerged as one of the NFL’s most opportunistic corners in recent seasons. His arrival would mark a major defensive boost. Samuel Jr. is coming off a year in which he recorded four interceptions and 11 passes defended, showcasing his ability to track the ball and shut down opposing receivers. His skillset adds versatility to Dan Quinn’s defensive scheme.   Pending his medicals, Samuel Jr. is set to finalize the deal in the coming days. The Cowboys would then officially announce his signing ahead of their Week 6 preparation schedule. For Dallas, the timing is crucial. Defensive struggles have been a talking point since Micah Parsons’ departure, and bolstering the secondary could help shift momentum in their playoff push. Fans have already expressed excitement online, noting Samuel Jr.’s ball-hawking skills and his ability to bring swagger to the Cowboys’ defense. Expectations are high that he will deliver right away.   If the move becomes official, it signals that Jerry Jones is determined to reinforce the roster and keep Dallas in the NFC playoff race with a proven veteran in the secondary.