Cowboy Roundup: Potential DE trade targets; Mazi Smith finally shows up

The latest Dallas Cowboys news for Saturday, September 28.

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Arlington, Texas, USA; Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott (4) looks to pass as Philadelphia Eagles linebacker Haason Reddick chases during the first quarter at AT&T Stadium. / Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images

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Happy Saturday, Dallas Cowboys nation. Everyone gets to enjoy a stress-free weekend with the Cowboys already securing a Week 4 win on Thursday night, but it hasn't all been good news in Big D.

On Friday, we learned that both Micah Parsons and DeMarcus Lawrence could miss multiple weeks with injuries suffered in the team's win over the New York Giants.

Parsons is dealing with a high-ankle sprain, while Lawrence suffered a foot sprain.

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It's a less than ideal situation for a defense that has already struggled with consistency through the first month of the season.

But, if there is any silver lining, it's that the Cowboys have an extra few days of rest before Week 5, so there is an outside chance Parsons could play against the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday Night Football.

While we wait for some good news, let's check out some of the headlines making the rounds as we enter the weekend. Indulge.

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Mazi Smith finally showing up

Jul 29, 2023; Oxnard, CA, USA; Dallas Cowboys defensive tackle Mazi Smith (58) wears a Guardian helmet cap during training camp at the River Ridge Fields. / Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

At a time when the Dallas Cowboys desperately need some good news on the defensive side of the ball, especially in the trenches, former first-round pick Mazi Smith is finally making an impact.

Blogging the Boys takes a look at what has been the best game of Smith's young career on Thursday night.

5 NFL edge rushers Cowboys should consider after DL injuries

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Oxnard, CA, USA; Dallas Cowboys' Micah Parsons and Dallas Cowboys defensive end DeMarcus Lawrence walk on the field during training camp drill at River Ridge Playing Fields in Oxnard, CA. / Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

With Micah Parsons and DeMarcus Lawrence both potentially missing multiple weeks, how can the Cowboys add depth on the edge? The Cowboys Wire takes a look at five potential trade candidates.