It might seem like a dream, but the Dallas Cowboys did indeed secure Trey Lance in a surprising trade last night. The move came after the San Francisco 49ers demoted Lance to the third quarterback position on their roster, sparking trade rumors.
Lance had expressed a desire to find a new team, and the Cowboys seized the opportunity by offering a fourth-round pick to bring him to Dallas. However, the Buffalo Bills were also in the running for Lance’s services.
According to NFL insider Diana Russini of The Athletic, both the Bills and the Baltimore Ravens inquired about trading for Trey Lance. This indicates significant interest in the young quarterback from multiple NFL teams.
The Bills currently have Kyle Allen as their number two quarterback, with the veteran Matt Barkley in the QB3 position. Lance would have added an intriguing dynamic to their quarterback depth chart.
So, why did the 49ers trade Trey Lance to the Cowboys? It appears that the 49ers’ gamble on Lance did not pan out as expected. General Manager John Lynch and Head Coach Kyle Shanahan acknowledged the miss, taking full accountability for their decision. Lance’s journey in the NFL is far from over, and both parties are looking forward to his future with the Cowboys, who showed great interest in acquiring him.
Notably, Trey Lance’s salary for the year with the Cowboys is set at $940,000 for the 2023 NFL season. However, this figure is set to increase substantially to $5.3 million in 2024, all of which is guaranteed. The Cowboys also have the option to pick up his fifth-year option for the 2025 season, should they be impressed by the former third overall pick’s performance. This trade marks a significant development in the NFL landscape, and all eyes will be on Trey Lance’s journey with the Cowboys in the coming seasons.
