PITTSBURGH - The Steelers have traded away 2023 first-round pick Broderick Jones to the Cowboys, with Dallas confirming the deal on Sunday.

Pittsburgh is shipping Jones and its 2027 fourth-round selection to Dallas for a pair of 2027 picks in the third and sixth rounds.

Jones, taken after the Steelers traded up to No. 14 overall, served as the starting left tackle in 2025 before suffering a neck injury in Week 11 versus the Chicago Bears that ended his season. Following spinal fusion surgery and an extended recovery, he received medical clearance ahead of training camp yet faced challenges regaining his prior level of play.

"It reflects well on Broderick and his efforts over recent months," Steelers coach Mike McCarthy noted early in camp. "When a player returns from medical clearance, you cannot expect an immediate return to full speed."

During Jones' absence, Pittsburgh passed on his fifth-year option and drafted tackle Max Iheanachor with its 2026 first-round pick. The team also shifted 2024 first-rounder Troy Fautanu to left tackle.

Jones saw limited backup duty at right tackle upon his return, though McCarthy highlighted his value due to experience on both sides. After starting 38 games across three seasons, Jones was viewed as a reserve for 2026 behind Fautanu at left tackle and Dylan Cook at right. Iheanachor sat out much of camp with an injury but impressed in his Week 3 preseason appearance.

Though cleared for full practice early in camp, the Georgia alum noted ongoing work to rebuild strength and technique after the extended break.

"I am still working through it," Jones said in July. "I would not say I am where I want to be yet. I am focused on getting back in shape and adding weight in the proper areas."

Following the preseason finale versus the New Orleans Saints, Cowboys owner Jerry Jones stated the team would pursue roster additions aggressively.

Dallas sought to strengthen its swing tackle position after Nate Thomas failed to secure a left tackle role. He shifted to right tackle late in camp in Oxnard, California, and saw some first-team snaps, yet Terence Steele handled all first-team work at The Star this week.

The Cowboys drafted Penn State tackle Drew Shelton in the fourth round, though he remains a developmental prospect needing added strength.

Steele agreed to a revised three-year contract worth $33 million with a $10.5 million signing bonus. Coach Brian Schottenheimer noted inconsistencies during camp, and offensive coordinator Klayton Adams suggested reduced practice reps might help Steele perform better.

Steele has started every game over the past three seasons at right tackle and 91 of 96 contests in his career.

Jones is expected to serve as the Cowboys' swing tackle and could challenge Steele for the starting role as the season progresses.

ESPN's Todd Archer contributed to this report.