The Dallas Cowboys have traded for San Francisco 49ers linebacker Dee Winters, sending pick No. 152 in the NFL draft's fifth round in exchange. The move, reported by ESPN, adds depth to Dallas's linebacker corps ahead of the upcoming season.
Winters, drafted by the 49ers in 2023, saw limited playing time in San Francisco's defensive rotation. For the Cowboys, the acquisition fills a need for young, cost-controlled talent at a position where injuries or performance gaps may arise.
Financial details of the trade were not disclosed. The pick Dallas surrendered is in the middle of the fifth round, a moderate asset typically used to acquire role players or developmental prospects.
The deal gives Dallas a player familiar with a similar defensive scheme, potentially easing his integration. For the 49ers, the pick provides flexibility to reload their roster later in the draft.
It remains unclear whether Winters will compete for a starting role or contribute primarily on special teams. His performance in training camp will likely determine his usage.