The Cowboys are in the news because they are being discussed as a possible trade destination for Steelers cornerback Joey Porter Jr. and are facing the Giants as wide receiver Malik Nabers returns from a torn ACL. The coverage puts Dallas at the center of both a potential roster move and a notable player comeback in the season opener.
Porter is open to a trade, and the Cowboys are among five teams examined as possible fits for the star cornerback. The 49ers and Lions are also named as potential destinations. That makes Dallas part of the trade discussion, but it does not mean a deal has been agreed to.
Meanwhile, Nabers is active for the Giants in Sunday night’s opener against the Cowboys. His return gives the matchup another major storyline: New York’s standout receiver is back after his ACL injury, with Dallas as his first opponent.