Dallas Cowboys agree to trade Dez Bryant for Odell Beckham Jr.
The Dallas Cowboys have pulled off the impossible, as it appears they have swapped top receivers with a hated divisional rival.
Note: This article was originally published on April 1, 2018.
April 1, 2018 could be a date that will be remembered forever in Dallas Cowboys‘ franchise history. That’s because on this date, unconfirmed reports indicate that America’s Team has potentially finalized a deal that will swap number one wide receivers with their longtime divisional rivals, the New York Giants.
For months, there have been rumors surrounding the future of wide receiver Dez Bryant in Dallas. Now, we know his fate. The 29-year old wide receiver will be packing his bags for the Big Apple to join the G-Men in exchange for Odell Beckham Jr.
The rumored deal will ship Bryant and the Cowboys’ first round selection (19th overall) in the upcoming NFL draft to the Giants in exchange for Beckham and their fourth round pick (108th).
Ironically, Beckham made a name for himself against the Cowboys his rookie season, snatching an incredible one-handed catch over cornerback Brandon Carr in a Week 12 matchup on Sunday Night Football. Now, the three-time Pro Bowler will be making receptions for Dallas rather than over them.
As for Bryant, he’ll seemingly get a new start in New York, with the opportunity to re-energize his career under the bright lights of Gotham. He’ll also get a shot at revenge twice a season as the Giants and Cowboys play in the same division, the NFC East.
As part of the trade for Beckham, Dallas has agreed to ink the wide receiver to a five-year, $138 million extension that is fully guaranteed. That’s makes Odell the highest paid player in the NFL regardless of position, eclipsing the five-year, $137.5 million contract signed by San Francisco 49ers quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo in February.
In order to pay the exorbitant contract, the Cowboys have agreed to release their entire offensive line. That means All-Pros in left tackle Tyron Smith, center Travis Frederick and Zack Martin are on the streets and available in free agency. And if you haven’t caught on by now, shame on you. It’s April Fool’s Day! The entire story is false.
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