By: Sean Davis 11/8/24
Jonathan Mingo expressed surprise over his recent trade from the Carolina Panthers to the Dallas Cowboys. He described the situation as "blindsided," noting that his agent had indicated there was a slim chance of a trade occurring. Mingo stated, "I'm happy to be a Cowboy, fresh start for me, new beginnings".
Key details about the trade:
The Cowboys sent a 2025 fourth-round pick to the Panthers in exchange for Mingo and a seventh-round pick.
Coach Mike McCarthy emphasized the importance of their pre-draft evaluation of Mingo, who was selected in the second round of the 2023 draft. McCarthy pointed out Mingo's potential and characteristics that fit the team's needs.
During his time with Carolina, Mingo struggled, recording 55 receptions for 539 yards over 24 games. He faced challenges with route running and consistency.
Mingo aims to improve his performance in Dallas and prove his capabilities as a player.
This trade represents a new opportunity for Mingo to revitalize his career with the Cowboys.
Jonathan Mingo's performance with the Carolina Panthers negatively impacted his trade value in several ways. The Cowboys still traded a 2025 fourth-round pick for Mingo and a seventh-round pick. This move was widely criticized as an overpay by Dallas, with one anonymous GM calling the compensation "way too much". The trade was seen as the Panthers extracting maximum value for a player who wasn't part of their future plans.
Comments