So far this season, the Cowboys coaching staff has managed to rebuild the team despite injuries. A clear example of this is the loss of Michael Gallup, who suffered a calf injury in week 1. Since then, his position on offense has been filled by Cedrick Wilson. And his performance has prompted some to raise Gallup as a potential trade-in for the cowboy team.
It is worth noting that the NFL has a deadline for trades on November 2. Therefore, journalists and specialists are making their predictions about the possible exchanges that each franchise could make. In fact, ESPN assembled a panel to release their predictions for each of the 32 teams. And, in the case of Dallas, trading Gallup could be an option.
NFL Trade Deadline is Tuesday Nov. 2nd…
Is Michael Gallup the most likely trade candidate for the Dallas Cowboys?
NFL reporters pick possible trade targets: Which players could be moved before the deadline? https://t.co/HsyfkAWw5C
— Kevin Gray Jr. (@KevinGraySports) October 20, 2021
This was what the reporter Todd Archer let him see in the compilation of the network’s predictions. For Archer, Michael Gallup could be a trade piece for Dallas to try to bring in a cornerback or defensive tackle. He could even make a deal for a pick in the next draft. However, he pointed out that the cowboy team would not want to part with the receiver yet.
“The Cowboys won’t want to do this, but Gallup hasn’t played since Week 1 due to a calf injury, and he’s in his final year of contract.”Archer said. “Gallup is a big-play threat, and he’s a perfect fit with Dak Prescott in the passing game. But Cedric Wilson has supplied him very well as third receiver. Of course, Wilson will also be a free agent after this season. Seeing the talent in the group, the Cowboys could get something back, but they may not want to walk away from Gallup. “.
Of course, this doesn’t mean the Cowboys have any real intentions of trading Gallup. This is what he points out Mike Fisher de Sports Illustrated. Simply making a deal with another team involving the receiver would be a possible move should Dallas decide to trade. But this is not entirely certain. At the moment, what Archer said is one of the many trade predictions that are currently circulating.
What can Gallup bring to Dallas when he returns from his injury?
It is true that the most urgent need for the team at the moment would be to add a guarantee cornerback to accompany Trevon Diggs. However, keeping Michael Gallup means having traits that can take the already potent Cowboys offense to the next level.
Let’s remember that Gallup’s main skill is his ability to make big plays at the back of the field. This is demonstrated by his average of 15.4 yards per reception so far in the career, making him a specialist in these types of plays. This was demonstrated last season, even during the absence of Dak Prescott.
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A bit of a bad pass from Dalton but Gallup’s ability is sooooo AMAZING. Dis on the same drive.#DallasCowboys
pic.twitter.com/en0GWd1itq— Holy Roller NFL (@HolyRollerNFL) October 11, 2020
This also allows Amari Cooper and CeeDee Lamb to be able to outperform defenders in one-on-one coverage. In fact, with # 13 on the field, opposing defenses will be undecided; they won’t know if they’d rather allow Gallup to go deep, or let Lamb and Cooper catch short passes. And both situations would be dangerous.
Another feature that makes Gallup valuable to Dallas is its blocking ability. With the catcher acting as a blocker, the Cowboys’ running game benefits. And considering offensive coordinator Kellen Moore is using a lot of the running back tandem of Ezekiel Elliott and Tony Pollard, an additional blocker never hurts.
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Dak Prescott completes a pass to Michael Gallup. Gallup holds on to the ball and drags his feet to stay in bounds ????@dak @nateburleson pic.twitter.com/YTTY1coq9j— Dallas Cowboys Collaboration (@mailman_phil) September 13, 2021
Given Michael Gallup’s uncertain status in Dallas heading into next year, it is not surprising that he is the center of numerous trade rumors. With just over a week until the deadline expires, anything can happen. However, logic invites us not to worry. It is true that the Cowboys should reinforce themselves if possible. However, this would not be a good time to part with Gallup. And the leadership knows that.
