Cowboys Coach Weeps Over Osa Odighizuwa Trade

The emotional exchange occurred during the NFL's annual meeting, where Schottenheimer admitted the personnel adjustment was difficult. He emphasized Odighizuwa's value as a leader and expressed relief that the trade benefited the player.

Odighizuwa had no desire to leave Dallas, particularly given the significant tax difference between California and Texas. Schottenheimer noted that while trades are often viewed as business transactions, they involve real human beings.