Queen is three years removed from an All-Pro season, and he hasn’t missed a single game for his career. Even if he’s not an elite playmaker, he’s a well-rounded middle linebacker who would immediately raise the floor of the Cowboys defense in all areas.
If the Steelers are open to dealing Queen for the third or fourth-round, I’d make the deal in a heartbeat. That being said, he is coming off of perhaps his worst tackling season.
2. Bobby Wagner
When the season starts, Wagner will be 36 years old. But so far, he’s consistently beaten father time.
If the Cowboys plan to draft a linebacker in the first round, Wagner could be a solid addition as a bridge starter. On top of being a quality tackler and an experienced veteran, he’s a renowned locker room presence and would do a great job as a mentor.
If the Cowboys settle on Wagner, however, they need to be ready for opposing offenses to zero in on him in coverage, where he struggled in 2025.
3. Germaine Pratt
Pratt was released by the Las Vegas Raiders four weeks into the 2025 season. He quickly proved them wrong for it, playing solid football for the Indianapolis Colts the rest of the year—especially against the run.
That’s just what Pratt does: Play solid, consistent ball.
Pratt will be 30 years old when the season starts and like Wagner, he could be the perfect bridge linebacker while the Cowboys get ready to start a rookie.