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The Cowboys have had some disappointing outcomes during the 2025 season, but Monday night's loss to the Cardinals might have taken the cake.

While playing at home against a 2-5 team missing its starting quarterback, the Cowboys' continued struggle to get off the field on defense were matched with an offense that couldn't reach its usual level thanks to an inability to slow down the Arizona pass rush. The result was a 27-17 loss that sent them into the bye week and trade deadline with a 3-5-1 record.

Cowboys owner Jerry Jones spent the day hemming and hawing about a trade, and quarterback Dak Prescott said after the loss he'd be in favor of adding "a big value guy." Prescott also said that "as important as anything is us getting some answers to these issues that we have" because the team has reached the point where they need to go on a long winning streak to salvage the season.

"Every game is a must-win going forward," Prescott said, via the team's website. "I know you say that, and you feel that in the NFL, and you should feel that, but when you put yourself in a position or behind like we have, it's even more so that case. We're fortunate right now that, in the league, there's a lot of teams with multiple losses. . . . You can catch a hot streak and be right there in the mix. That's great, but you gotta get a streak going. And if you don't get a streak going, you're just putting yourself more and more behind the eight ball. It's now or never."

The Cowboys haven't won consecutive games yet this season. Whether they make a trade or not, that makes the idea that they're about to rattle off several in a row a tough sell.

The NFL trade deadline is at 4 p.m. ET on Tuesday, November 4, and PFT has you covered with news and analysis of every trade, potential trade, rumor of a trade and trade that won’t be happening.

Here’s what’s happening on the NFL trade front:

Dre’Mont Jones to the Ravens: The Titans agreed to trade the edge rusher for a conditional fifth-round pick.

Jaelan Phillips to the Eagles: The Dolphins agreed to trade Phillips for a 2026 third-round pick.

Dolphins listening to offers for Jaylen Waddle: The Dolphins will reportedly consider moving Waddle before Tuesday's deadline.

Jaire Alexander to Eagles: The Ravens traded Alexander and a 2027 seventh-round pick to the Eagles for a 2026 sixth-round pick.

Titans want to trade Calvin Ridley: Tennessee would like to get something for Ridley from a team looking to add a veteran receiver.

Dolphins pass rushers on the block: Dolphins pass rushers Jaelan Phillips, Bradley Chubb and Matt Judon all could be traded.

Bengals defensive tackle McKinnley Jackson could be traded: Jackson asked for his trade or release.

Jets trade CB Michael Carter to the Eagles: The Eagles will send wide receiver John Metchie back in a deal that also involves a late-round pick swap.

Don't expect a Myles Garrett trade: Multiple reports say there’s no chance the Browns will trade Garrett.

Patriots trade DE Keion White to the 49ers: New England will receive a 2026 sixth-round pick for White and a 2026 seventh-rounder.

Patriots trade S Kyle Dugger to the Steelers: New England will receive a sixth-round pick for Dugger and a seventh-round pick.

Giants aren't looking to trade Kayvon Thibodeaux: The Giants have reportedly told teams they aren’t interested in a deal involving Thibodeaux.

Titans trade Roger McCreary to Rams: The Titans will receive a fifth-round pick in exchange for McCreary and a sixth-round selection. Rams coach Sean McVay said McCreary adds important depth to the secondary.

Vikings need a veteran quarterback: Will Minnesota trade for a quarterback now that Carson Wentz is out for the season?

Jaguars say they won't trade Brian Thomas Jr.: Jacksonville coach Liam Coen says there are no plans to trade Thomas.

Jerry Jones is open to a trade: Jones has the Packers' next two first-round picks to offer thanks to the Micah Parsons trade, and he says he’s willing to consider it.

The Cowboys might or might not make a trade before Tuesday's 4 p.m. ET deadline.

After the Cowboys' 27-17 loss to the Cardinals, owner Jerry Jones walked back his talk of the team having a trade in place. The trade he referred to pregame is not finalized, and he said he still has a decision to make.

"No, there is no trade right now," Jones said. "We wouldn't have to make anything happen tomorrow. I want to be real clear about that. But there is one I can do. Without question, there is one I can do, and I'm leaning toward doing it."

If the Cowboys make a trade — a big if after Monday night's result — they will be buyers, not sellers, despite the 3-5-1 record.

"I like our nuts and bolts a lot," Jones said of the Cowboys' current roster. "I don't like what's happening to the nuts and bolts, but I like them a lot."

The Cowboys entered Monday ranked 31st in total defense, trailing only the Bengals. They are not one player away from improving the defense enough to compete for a playoff berth.

"I would hate to say I wouldn't make a deal and get the deal of a lifetime tomorrow and cover a lot of bases for us," Jones said. "I don't really have a problem leaving it open until it's over. Now, I'm being very realistic. We've won three ball games, and here we are at this juncture. I do know how to add."

On the ESPN broadcast on Monday night, Troy Aikman said Jones should "cancel that trade" that Jones talked about with Stephen A. Smith on SiriusXM Radio. Jones was asked about Aikman's evaluation and whether the result of Monday night's game would change his mind.

"I hear opinions," Jones said. "You can rest assured that at least in my mind, all those considerations are there. It was there before this game. It was there when we started the season about whether you make a trade or not. . . . We've either got to [shit] or get off the pot by tomorrow afternoon."