What happened: The transaction resolved a contract holdout that had kept the 2023 second-round pick off the field under the guise of a back injury. Dallas acquired the defender without an extension agreement in place. Less than 24 hours later, Pittsburgh dropped its Thursday night game to Cleveland.

Why it matters: The departure leaves Pittsburgh's secondary thin, particularly with Jamel Dean managing an ankle issue. It also underscores the organization's unwillingness to meet the exploding market for defensive backs. The Cowboys take on the risk of another negotiation to secure a premium talent.

What to watch: Watch whether Dallas secures a long-term agreement with its new acquisition. Pittsburgh may explore the free-agent market to patch its depleted defensive backfield.