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The Indianapolis Colts are looking to trade one of their defensive starters, and that should interest the Dallas Cowboys, New York Giants, and Washington Commanders.
ESPN's Adam Schefter reported on Thursday that the Colts are talking to the teams about a trade involving linebacker Zaire Franklin.
Indianapolis is currently $4 million under the cap and is working to get above the cap before free agency kicks off next week.
"The Colts are speaking with teams about a trade for their former Pro Bowl LB Zaire Franklin as they look to get under the salary cap by next week, per sources," Schefter said.
Dallas, New York, and Washington immediately come to mind as teams that could trade for Franjlin.
The Cowboys must upgrade their linebacker room, as Kenenth Murray isn't a starting-caliber player, and DeMarvion Overshown needs some help. Dallas also recently released Logan Wilson, whom they acquired at the 2025 trade deadline, but he didn't work out.
Acquiring an experienced player like Franklin, who has made 82 starts since entering the league in 2018, would be a savvy move by the Cowboys.
Dallas' NFC East rivals, the Giants and Commanders, could also use linebacker help. New York released Bobby Okereke this week, and could replace him with Franklin to serve as the new No. 1 linebacker on Dennard Wilson's defense.
As for Washington, Bobby Wagner is set to hit free agency, and Franklin could step in as the replacement next to Frankie Luvu.
Franklin had a down year in 2025, but if he can return to form, he would be a plus starter for Dallas, New York, or Washington, so all three franchises should look into trading for the Colts linebacker.
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