Standing at 3-5, four wins behind the division-leading Commanders, and certified longshots to make the postseason, the Cowboys are not the typical “buyers” at the trade deadline. The NFL trade deadline is a time for winners to load up and losers to unload.

Mingo will now look to make an impact with a fresh start and live up to his raw potential, despite many believing the Cowboys may have overpaid to acquire him. MORE: Jerry Jones, Dallas Cowboys roasted by NFL fans for Jonathan Mingo tradeWhether the Cowboys won or lost the trade for Mingo remains to be seen,

The Cowboys see something in one of the NFL’s worst young receivers, but that doesn’t mean this is good value.