OXNARD, Calif. -- While the Dallas Cowboys have expressed pleasure with the advancement of 2023 first-round pick Mazi Smith early in training camp, the club had concerns about its defensive tackle depth, leading to a trade with NFC East rival New York Giants.
According to a source, the Cowboys acquired veteran Jordan Phillips and a 2026 seventh-round pick for a 2026 sixth-round selection.
Defensive coordinator Mike Zimmer said on Tuesday, "we're still looking for some [nose tackles]," after Chauncey Golston and Viliami Fehoko were moved back to defensive end.