The Elam last name may sound familiar to Cowboys fans. That’s because the cornerback’s father, Abe, played for Dallas in the 2006 and 2011 seasons. Abe appeared in 31 games during his Cowboys stints, posting 82 total tackles, four tackles for loss and forcing two fumbles.

Dallas will receive Elam and a 2025 sixth-round selection while Buffalo will receive a 2025 fifth-rounder and 2026 seventh-rounder

The Dallas Cowboys are banking on a change of scenery unlocking Kaiir Elam’s first-round talent. The former Buffalo Bills cornerback, acquired via trade, brings elite measurables at 6-foot-1 and 191 pounds, with 4.39 speed and a 37.5-inch vertical.