The Dallas Cowboys offense and quarterback Dak Prescott, in particular, sorely missed Amari Cooper’s presence opposite 2022 Second-Team All-Pro wide receiver CeeDee Lamb in 2022. Prescott became the first player in NFL history to lead or co-lead the league in interceptions despite missing five or games last season, and more than a few of his 15 picks were a result of being overly-reliant on Lamb and telegraphing throws.
However, Jerry Jones has remedied the issue by acquiring wide receiver Brandin Cooks via a trade with the Houston Texans in which the Cowboys sent a 2023 fifth-round pick and a 2024 sixth-round pick south to Houston. On Monday, Dallas’ new number two wideout was welcomed to the organization.
This trade was months in the making as both the Cowboys and the Green Bay Packers were reportedly in talks at the trade deadline to acquire the proven pass-catcher.
“Better late than never,” new Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Brandin Cooks said Monday, via DallasCowboys.com, when asked about finally joining the team. “I’m extremely excited. …I think it’s going to be a special place.”
Dallas’ trade acquisition of Cooks marks the fourth time the 29-year-old receiver has been dealt, tying an NFL record. However, the well-traveled wideout doesn’t see that as a bad thing.
“I’ve really never gotten upset because that means someone out there wants me to be a part of their group,” Cooks said, per ESPN. “I think I’m just fortunate enough to be able to play with so many great organizations and make an impact in this league everywhere I’ve been. It excites me. I think it’s special because that means I didn’t get to free agency, so people jumping the gun to get me before I get there. So, that’s the way I look at it. I look at it in a positive light.”
One of the things Cooks already appreciates about his new quarterback Dak Prescott is his leadership as the two-time Pro Bowl passer was one of the first from the team to reach out after news of Cooks’ trade broke.
“I look forward to getting started,” Cooks said. “[Dak] was excited and can’t wait to get to work. You hear his approach, his work ethic, and the leader that he is. And his story really. His perseverance, the way that he bounces back throughout his career. I think when you got a mindset like that at quarterback, it takes you a long way. So, I’m looking forward to having a leader like that.”
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