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New report reveals shocking team Cowboys beat to land Quinnen Williams

Jerry Jones has broken promises before, so Dallas Cowboys fans didn't expect any fireworks before Tuesday's trade deadline. While at least one trade was likely to happen, fans' expectations were set at a Jonathan Mingo-esque move that Jones would spin as "improving" the defense.

When the dust settled, Jones somehow reeled in one of the best defensive players in the NFL in Jets defensive tackle Quinnen Williams, who has made three straight Pro Bowls and is on pace to make it four this season.

ESPN's Adam Schefter revealed that the Cowboys tried to land Williams all day before the 3 p.