Dallas, Texas – January 2, 2026
Just moments ago, the Dallas Cowboys front office confirmed one of the biggest moves of the NFL offseason: the signing of two-time Pro Bowl tight end Dalton Kincaid to a record-shattering 5-year, $200 million contract — instantly addressing the team’s glaring void at the position and sending shockwaves through the league.
The blockbuster deal, which includes $120 million guaranteed, makes Kincaid the highest-paid tight end in NFL history and signals owner Jerry Jones’ all-in commitment to contending for a Super Bowl in 2026.
“Dallas has been searching for an elite tight end since the days of Jason Witten,” Jones said in a statement. “Dalton is a dynamic playmaker with size, speed, and hands that change games. This is the piece we’ve been missing. We’re building something special, and we’re doing it now.”
Kincaid, 26, comes to Dallas after four dominant seasons with the Buffalo Bills, where he earned back-to-back Pro Bowl nods and established himself as one of the league’s premier receiving threats at the position. Last season, he recorded 98 receptions for 1,142 yards and 9 touchdowns, routinely torching defenses with his route-running and red-zone prowess.
The move fills a long-standing hole for the Cowboys, who have struggled to find consistent production at tight end since Jake Ferguson’s injury-plagued 2025 campaign and the departure of veteran options in free agency. Pairing Kincaid with Dak Prescott, CeeDee Lamb, and a revamped offensive line gives Dallas one of the most explosive passing attacks in football.
Analysts immediately hailed the signing as a game-changer. “This puts the Cowboys back in the Super Bowl conversation,” ESPN’s Todd McShay said. “Kincaid is a mismatch nightmare. With him stretching the middle of the field, Lamb and the running game open up even more. Dallas just got scary.”
The $200 million figure drew mixed reactions from Cowboys Nation. While many fans celebrated the aggressive move, others questioned the cap implications in a year when the team also needs to extend Micah Parsons and address defensive depth.
Jones brushed aside concerns: “We’re not here to pinch pennies. We’re here to win championships. Dalton gives us the firepower to do it.”
Kincaid is expected to arrive in Dallas next week for introductory press conferences and workouts. His addition instantly elevates the Cowboys’ offense to elite status and positions them as a legitimate threat on the road to Super Bowl LX in 2026.
After years of “almost” and playoff disappointment, Jerry Jones has made his statement loud and clear: The Cowboys are loading up — and they’re coming for the Lombardi Trophy.
Welcome to Dallas, Dalton Kincaid. The star just got a whole lot brighter. 🤠🏈
