RT đ„ âCOWBOYS IN PANIC MODE: Jerry Jones Drops DEFENSIVE SHOCKER Hinting Logan Wilson Takeover â Kenneth Murrayâs Starting Job on the Brink as NFC Rivals âSmell Bloodâ!â
In a move thatâs sending shockwaves through the NFC, Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones has hinted at a major shakeup in the teamâs beleaguered defense. Speaking on 105.3 The Fan, Jones suggested that linebacker Logan Wilson could see increased playing time, potentially at the expense of struggling starter Kenneth Murray. This revelation comes on the heels of yet another defensive meltdown, raising the stakes for a Cowboys squad fighting to salvage their season.
The Cowboysâ defense has been a glaring weak spot throughout the 2025 campaign, ranking 21st in EPA per play and allowing opponents to exploit gaps in the linebacker corps. With a 6-6-1 record, Dallas sits precariously in the NFC East standings, and their recent 44-30 thrashing at the hands of the Detroit Lions in Week 14 exposed these vulnerabilities once again.

The Lions racked up 408 total yards, including 109 on the ground, as they targeted Murray repeatedly in both run and pass coverage.
Kenneth Murray, acquired in an offseason trade from the Tennessee Titans, was expected to bolster the Cowboysâ front seven. Instead, his performance has been underwhelming, with just 36 solo tackles, 37 assists, 1.0 sack, and 1 fumble recovery across 13 games.
Fans and analysts alike have pointed to Murrayâs struggles as a key factor in the defenseâs inconsistency, particularly in games where the unit failed to contain dynamic offenses like Detroitâs.
Enter Logan Wilson, the midseason acquisition from the Cincinnati Bengals that had Cowboys Nation buzzing with excitement. Traded at the NFL deadline in a bold move by Jones, Wilson was seen as the potential savior for a defense in dire need of playmaking. However, in his limited actionâjust 4 games with DallasâWilson has recorded only 8 solo tackles and 3 assists, leaving many to wonder why he hasnât been utilized more.
Jonesâ comments have ignited speculation across the league. âWe may use Wilson more going forward,â he stated, emphasizing an âopen competitionâ between the two linebackers. While itâs concerning that Wilson hasnât outright seized the starting role, the hint suggests Dallas is ready to experiment as they head into the final four games. The Cowboysâ offense, one of the NFLâs best, poured in 30 points against the Lions despite a sluggish first halfâproving that even average defensive play could propel them into playoff contention.
But why the urgency now? The Cowboys have shown flashes of brilliance, like their wins over the Philadelphia Eagles and Kansas City Chiefs, where the defense held firm enough to let the offense shine. Yet, consistent lapses have kept them from dominating the NFC. With the entire conference watching, this potential switch could be the spark Dallas needs to close the season strong and make a postseason push.
Rivals in the NFC are undoubtedly on high alert. If Wilson steps up and Murray is sidelined, the Cowboys could transform from a middling squad into a legitimate threat. Sticking with the status quo, however, risks more negligence on a unit thatâs already cost them dearly. As Jonesâ bombshell reverberates, all eyes are on Dallasâwill this hint turn into a game-changer, or just another tease in a frustrating season?

