The Facts: According to ESPN's Jeremy Fowler, at least five teams have discussed Cooper's availability in a potential trade or release. Teams in the receiver market leading up to free agency are at least checking on Cooper's value and contract situation.

Diehards Line: According to the latest reports out of Dallas, the Cowboys are still trying to figure out the path forward with Cooper. But the team doesn't face a deadline until March 20 when his $20 million base salary becomes fully guaranteed. Again, the choices are: 1. Trade him; 2. Restructure his contract and keep him; Cut him. The Cowboys got under the salary cap Friday by cutting kicker Greg Zuerlein and tight end Blake Jarwin, who receiving an injury designation after hip surgery. But they still need more room as free agency begins next week. ... Stay tuned.