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The Dallas Cowboys traded their last fifth-round draft pick to acquire linebacker Dee Winters from the San Francisco 49ers for $3.7 million. This move follows a series of aggressive draft strategies by the Cowboys' front office.
Cowboys trade for $3.7M 49ers LB, ship out last 5th-round draft pick
The Dallas Cowboys got a taste of candy, and they liked it. They liked it a lot. After trading up from their first first-round pick, and back from their second, the rush seems to have intoxicated Jerry Jones and the rest of the front office.
For fans watching the team's draft coverage online, there was a lot of focusing on behalf of the broadcast team when it appeared to be some activity. The head of PR made his way on camera, indicating to them something worthy of a statement could be on the immediate horizon. And about 10 minutes later word surfaced the club had worked out a trade with the San Francisco 49ers for LB Dee Winters.
The Cowboys gave up their remaining fifth-round pick, No. 152, in exchange.
Winters β 5-foot-11 and 227 poinds β was a sixth-round pick in 2023, No. 216 overall, after a successful stint at TCU. Winters was a member of the team's Dallas Day that year, so the scouts and coaching staff is already familiar with him. Winters started all 17 games in 2023 for the 49ers, returning an interception for a 74-yard touchdown that effectively ended the Indianapolis Colts' season.
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He also deflected five passes and had 101 combined tackles that included eight TFLs. He also added in three quarterback hits.
The Cowboys traded their last fifth-round draft pick, No. 152, to acquire linebacker Dee Winters from the 49ers.
Dee Winters' contract is worth $3.7 million.
The Cowboys traded their fifth-round pick to strengthen their linebacker position by acquiring Dee Winters from the 49ers.
Dee Winters is a linebacker acquired by the Cowboys from the 49ers, aimed at enhancing the team's defensive lineup.
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The Cowboys' needs at linebacker have been no secret. They entered draft weekend with just DeMarvion Overshown, Shemar James and Justin Barron on the roster. Winters becomes the senior member of the group although he's just three years in. Overshown might be a few months older, but Winters has appeared in 47 games compared to Overshown's 19.
Winters is set to make $3.67 million this coming season, the final year of his rookie deal.
November 9, 2025; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers linebacker Dee Winters (53) before the game against the Los Angeles Rams at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images
Jan 5, 2025; Glendale, Arizona, USA; San Francisco 49ers linebacker Dee Winters (53) against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
Sep 14, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Saints wide receiver Rashid Shaheed (22) is tackled by San Francisco 49ers linebacker Dee Winters (53) during the second half at Caesars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images
September 21, 2025; Santa Clara, California, USA; Arizona Cardinals running back James Conner (6) drops a pass defended by San Francisco 49ers linebacker Dee Winters (53) during the second quarter at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images
Jan 5, 2025; Glendale, Arizona, USA; San Francisco 49ers linebacker Dee Winters (53) against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
Jan 5, 2025; Glendale, Arizona, USA; San Francisco 49ers linebacker Dee Winters (53) against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
Dec 22, 2025; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; San Francisco 49ers linebacker Dee Winters (53) carries the ball after an interception for a touchdown against the Indianapolis Colts in the fourth quarter of the game at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images
September 21, 2025; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers linebacker Dee Winters (53) during the third quarter against the Arizona Cardinals at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images
November 9, 2025; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers linebacker Dee Winters (53) before the game against the Los Angeles Rams at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images
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November 9, 2025; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers linebacker Dee Winters (53) before the game against the Los Angeles Rams at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images
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November 9, 2025; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers linebacker Dee Winters (53) before the game against the Los Angeles Rams at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images
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Jan 5, 2025; Glendale, Arizona, USA; San Francisco 49ers linebacker Dee Winters (53) against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
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Sep 14, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Saints wide receiver Rashid Shaheed (22) is tackled by San Francisco 49ers linebacker Dee Winters (53) during the second half at Caesars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images
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September 21, 2025; Santa Clara, California, USA; Arizona Cardinals running back James Conner (6) drops a pass defended by San Francisco 49ers linebacker Dee Winters (53) during the second quarter at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images
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Jan 5, 2025; Glendale, Arizona, USA; San Francisco 49ers linebacker Dee Winters (53) against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
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Jan 5, 2025; Glendale, Arizona, USA; San Francisco 49ers linebacker Dee Winters (53) against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
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Dec 22, 2025; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; San Francisco 49ers linebacker Dee Winters (53) carries the ball after an interception for a touchdown against the Indianapolis Colts in the fourth quarter of the game at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images
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September 21, 2025; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers linebacker Dee Winters (53) during the third quarter against the Arizona Cardinals at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images
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November 9, 2025; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers linebacker Dee Winters (53) before the game against the Los Angeles Rams at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images
This article originally appeared on Cowboys Wire: Cowboys trade for $3.7M 49ers LB, ship out last 5th-round draft pick