With the NFL trade deadline fast approaching, speculation is growing that the Dallas Cowboys could soon part ways with defensive end Sam Williams. Once seen as a rising star on t

USA TODAY Sports combed the NFL to investigate trade rumors in advance of next week's deadline. Here's what we're hearing.

Source: With a week remaining before the #NFL trade deadline, the #Cowboys have not engaged in contract extension talks with WR George Pickens or his representatives. Pickens is on an expiring contract. Franchise player designation is an option that would cost projected $28M. pic.twitter.com/SptJUL3l8f

The Dallas Cowboys still have a week to decide if they'll make a trade for some defensive help, but Jerry Jones is as vague as always.

The Dallas Cowboys have once more been connected to a potential trade for a defender ahead of the Nov. 4 trade deadline.

The Cowboys have been respectable in the rushing attack so far, ranking 15th in the NFL at 117.2 yards per game. Fifth-year veteran Javonte Williams has taken the bulk of the carries, racking up 476 rushing yards (fourth in the NFL) and five touchdowns (tied for third in the NFL).

Explore the latest NFL trade rumors involving the Cowboys as potential buyers and sellers leading up to the trade deadline.

The Washington Commanders, Philadelphia Eagles and Dallas Cowboys are all reportedly looking for the same thing ahead of the trade deadline and that could lead to the NFC East foes battling for the same players on the trade market.