Below the Belt: Which Cowboys' should the team get rid of this offseason

Shan and RJ13mApril 9, 2026

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In this episode of 'Shan and RJ,' the hosts dive into the Dallas Cowboys' offseason roster decisions, focusing on which players might be trade candidates ahead of the NFL Draft. They critique several players, starting with Luke Schoonmaker, whose second-round pedigree doesn't match his on-field production, despite internal praise. Kevante Turpin is labeled a liability due to his declining return game and mental errors, with the hosts questioning his value beyond a conditional seventh-round pick. Malik Hooker is discussed as a potential trade candidate, though his age (30), injury history, and possible impending retirement make him a risky move. Jaden Blue is seen as a developmental player with upside but not yet ready for a starting role, making a trade only viable if the Cowboys receive a fourth-round pick and the coaching staff confirms he hasn't matured. The hosts highlight Savone Revel as the most tradeable asset due to scheme fit concerns, despite his third-round pedigree, arguing that Christian Parker’s system may not suit his press-man style. The episode ends with a sponsor segment promoting QC Kinetics for joint and musculoskeletal recovery.

Key Takeaways
1

Luke Schoonmaker’s second-round status doesn’t match his on-field impact; he’s a low-value trade candidate.

2

Kevante Turpin’s return game has deteriorated significantly; the Cowboys should consider trading him for a sixth or fourth-round pick.

3

Malik Hooker may be nearing the end of his career, making a trade difficult but not impossible for a fourth-round pick.

4

Jaden Blue shows promise but lacks maturity; a trade only makes sense if the Cowboys get a fourth-round pick and coaching staff confirms he’s not improving.

5

Savone Revel is the most viable trade candidate due to scheme mismatch concerns, despite his third-round draft status.

Chapters
0:00
2 min

Opening Banter & Draft Countdown

The hosts open with a humorous jab at 'Bobby Belt' and set the stage for the episode, noting the NFL Draft is just two weeks away and the Cowboys are evaluating trade options to gain draft capital.

2:00
3 min

Luke Schoonmaker: The Second-Round Miss

The hosts question Schoonmaker’s value despite internal praise, arguing his production doesn’t justify his draft status and that he’s unlikely to fetch more than a conditional seventh-round pick.

5:00
4 min

Kevante Turpin: A Declining Weapon

I would rather gamble on a sixth rounder than ever again throw him a football.

Highlight
9:00
4 min

Malik Hooker & Jaden Blue: Age, Fit, and Development

Hooker’s potential retirement and Blue’s maturity issues are discussed, with both players seen as trade candidates only if the Cowboys receive a fourth-round pick and coaching staff confirms they’re not progressing.

13:00
1 min

Savone Revel: The Scheme Fit Dilemma

I'm calling teams and going like, I've already got Durant. I've got Bland. I've got a corner that I'm probably going to draft.

Highlight
High-Impact Quotes
I would rather gamble on a sixth rounder than ever again throw him a football.
RJ5:16
Viral: 85.0
QC Kinetics will heal your body in the way that it hasn't felt since you were in your teen years.
RJ13:41
Viral: 80.0
I'm calling teams and going like, I've already got Durant. I've got Bland. I've got a corner that I'm probably going to draft.
Shan11:32
Viral: 78.0
Speakers

Hosts

ShanRJ
Topics Discussed
Cowboys Offseason Roster Moves90%Draft Capital Acquisition85%Player Trade Value Assessment80%Scheme Fit and Positional Development75%Injury and Longevity Concerns70%Return Specialist Performance65%Coaching Staff Evaluation of Players60%Player Mental Toughness and Professionalism55%
People & Brands

Kevante Turpin

person

12xNegative

Luke Schoonmaker

person

10xNegative

Malik Hooker

person

8xMixed

Savone Revel

person

7xNegative

Jaden Blue

person

6xNeutral

QC Kinetics

organization

6xPositive

NFL Draft

other

4xNeutral

Christian Parker

person

4xPositive

Bobby Belt

person

3xNegative

Osa

person

3xNeutral

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