Dallas Cowboys release third-year cornerback

The Dallas Cowboys have yet to make a trade during the NFL trade deadline, but the franchise may be too busy making other moves.

Jon Machota of The Athletic reports that the Cowboys are releasing cornerback Andrew Booth.

Booth only appeared in three games for the Cowboys this season. According to Pro Football Focus, Booth ranks 195th out of 205 cornerbacks in the league. The third-year cornerback allowed four receptions this season.

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Booth's time with the Cowboys ends at a rather strange time, as the team appears to be dealing with injuries at cornerback. However, the front office believes this is the right time to look elsewhere for depth at the position.

Could the Cowboys be working on a trade to add a cornerback to the roster? This would make releasing Booth more sensible.

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