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NFL Draft results: Cowboys’ complete draft class of 2026
The 2026 NFL Draft is in the books. The Dallas Cowboys added seven new rookies, and one veteran that we’re counting here. 1-11: Caleb Downs, safety, Ohio State Cowboys fans were dreaming of Caleb Downs, but it was hard to really believe they would get him. They got him. The perfect match for the nickel […]
How Anthony Smith impacts the Cowboys offense
The Dallas Cowboys wrapped up their work in the 2026 NFL Draft by making East Carolina wide receiver Anthony Smith their final selection with the 218th overall pick. It is always exciting to see how these late-round fliers turn out, and the Cowboys are bringing in a player who can add some spice if his game translates […]
Cowboys NFL Draft 2026: Dallas selects Anthony Smith, WR, East Carolina at pick 218
With the 218th pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, the Dallas Cowboys selected WR Anthony Smith from East Carolina. That was the last open need on our pre-draft ‘needs’ list. PackersNews.com In two seasons with the Pirates, the 6-2, 197-pound Smith caught 105 passes for 1,852 yards and 13 touchdowns, including 64 for 1,053 and seven touchdowns last season. […]
Net results from Cowboys, Dolphins trade for Caleb Downs
The Dallas Cowboys traded up in the first round to select Ohio State safety Caleb Downs. It is going to be a long time before reading or hearing that gets old on any level. Downs is a franchise-changing prospect and Cowboys fans are thrilled about what he can offer the team. He was obviously worth […]
Here is what happened to the draft pick the Cowboys gave up for Dee Winters
The Dallas Cowboys did not have a second-round pick in the 2026 NFL Draft as they previously dealt it away to the New York Jets in the Quinnen Williams deal that came together before last season’s trade deadline. While the Cowboys did not make a pick in the second round, they did acquire a player […]
Jourdan Lewis compensatory pick: What did the Cowboys do with the 2026 NFL Draft choice?
The 2026 NFL Draft will award compensatory picks to teams that lost top free agents from last year’s class. That includes the Dallas Cowboys, who saw Jourdan Lewis sign a three-year, $30 million contract with the Jacksonville Jaguars. How did the Cowboys get a compensatory pick for Jourdan Lewis? The Cowboys received a fifth-round pick […]
Net results from Cowboys, Eagles first-round trade
The Dallas Cowboys caught some people by surprise on Thursday night when they made a trade with the Philadelphia Eagles. Sometimes division rivals can help each other, though. After the Cowboys took Caleb Downs (which required a trade itself) they were clearly looking to move back from the 20th overall pick. Philadelphia was the proper […]
Demarcus Lawrence compensatory pick: How did the Cowboys use the draft choice?
The 2026 NFL Draft will award compensatory picks to teams that lost top free agents from last year’s class. That includes the Dallas Cowboys, who saw DeMarcus Lawrence sign a three-year, $42 million contract with the Seattle Seahawks. Original Terms of DeMarcus Lawrence leaving in free agency The Cowboys received a fifth-round pick for letting […]
Here is what made the Drew Shelton draft pick unique for the Dallas Cowboys
The Dallas Cowboys selected Penn State offensive tackle Drew Shelton with their initial fourth-round pick on Saturday. It is going to be very interesting to see if he can work into the rotation up front for the offense. Shelton was notably the first pick on the offensive side of the ball for the Cowboys which […]
How LT Overton will impact the Dallas defense
The Dallas Cowboys’ selection of LT Overton, Alabama, with the 137th overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft addresses their need for defensive line versatility and high-floor depth. Overton, a former five-star recruit who spent time at Texas A&M before finishing at Alabama, enters the NFL as a polished, pro-ready prospect who might lack elite […]
Micah Parsons trade: Cowboys make 2026 NFL Draft first-round pick
The 2026 NFL Draft is here, and that means the big Micah Parsons trade from August 2025 will see another major return for the talented pass rusher. It won’t fully conclude the deal, but it’s the second piece the Dallas Cowboys will add from the Green Bay Packers. Let’s check in on how the two […]
Cowboys NFL Draft 2026: Dallas selects LT Overton, DL, Alabama at pick 137
With the 137th pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, the Dallas Cowboys selected defensive lineman LT Overton from Alabama. The Cowboys have been re-setting their defensive line and they add another piece. NFL.com Overton is a slow-twitch end with impressive power and a consistently rugged demeanor. He has long arms and plays with the anchor/leverage that helps him secure […]
Quinnen Williams trade results: Why aren’t the Cowboys picking at 44?
The Dallas Cowboys made one of the biggest moves of the trade deadline, acquiring star defensive tackle Quinnen Williams in exchange for draft capital in the 2026 and 2027 NFL Drafts. It was a bold move by Dallas, but one they could afford to make after acquiring multiple first-round picks in the Micah Parsons trade […]
How CB Devin Moore will impact the Cowboys defense
The Dallas Cowboys made two picks within three spots to start day three of the draft. They made their first pick for the offense with Drew Shelton at 112th overall, and then getting right back to the defensive rebuild with Florida cornerback Devin Moore at pick 114. Cornerback was seen as a potential first-round need […]
How Drew Shelton impacts the Cowboys offense
After spending most of Friday with a bucket of popcorn, the Dallas Cowboys were back in the driver’s seat, ready to roll on Saturday, making their first of three selections in the fourth round. With the 112th overall pick, the front office decided to take their first offensive player by selecting Penn State offensive tackle […]
NFL Draft 2026 Day 3 live thread II: Cowboys news, trades, needs
We move on to the final day of the draft. The Cowboys have three fourth-round picks so the early part of the day should be exciting Let the fun begin! This is an open thread for draft chat. In the comments below, let us know who you think the Cowboys pick on Day 3. Cowboys 2026 […]
Cowboys NFL Draft 2026: Dallas selects Devin Moore, CB, Florida at pick 114
With the 114th pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, the Dallas Cowboys selected CB Devin Moore. Dallas continues to beef up it’s secondary after taking safety Caleb Downs in the first round. NFL.com Moore is a long outside cornerback with good size but limited experience due to injuries. His size but limited experience due to injuries. His size and […]
Cowboys NFL Draft 2026: Dallas selects Drew Shelton, OT, Penn State at pick 112
With the 112th pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, the Dallas Cowboys selected Penn State tackle Drew Shelton. Tackle made sense in this draft with Tyler Guyton and Terence Steele having their issues. NFL.com Athletic left tackle prospect with two seasons as a full-time starter at Penn State. His basketball background shows up with natural fluidity as a move […]
NFL Draft 2026 Day 3 live thread: Cowboys news, trades, needs
We move on to the final day of the draft. The Cowboys have three fourth-round picks so the early part of the day should be exciting Let the fun begin! This is an open thread for draft chat. In the comments below, let us know who you think the Cowboys pick on Day 3. Cowboys 2026 […]
How the Cowboys new draft picks fit the roster
It was a long wait on day two of the NFL draft for the Dallas Cowboys to get in on the action, but waiting until pick 92 produced a similar result to waiting until the 11th and 23rd picks in the first round – more help for the defense. As another run on defense was […]
Cowboys day two recap and needs heading into day three
We’ll take a quick look back at what the Cowboys did on Day 2, and that will help lead us into the final day of the 2026 draft. Recap of the second round: Winter(s) comes early The Dallas Cowboys were active on the second night of the NFL draft, despite having to wait 68 picks […]
2026 NFL Draft grades: Cowboys find “mid-round gem” on Day 2
Over the years, fans and draft pundits have created ever more complex schemes, strategies and outright fantasies about what they think NFL teams should do in the NFL Draft. Draft preparation is no longer about trying to predict what teams will do, today it is much more about telling teams what they should to do […]
Potential Day 3 draft targets for the Dallas Cowboys
The Dallas Cowboys head into Day 3 of the 2026 NFL Draft with a total of four draft picks at their disposal to hopefully further upgrade their roster. On Days 1 and 2 the Cowboys added S Caleb Downs, Edge Malachi Lawrence, and LB/Edge Jaishawn Barham. They also acquired LB Dee Winters via trade from […]
NFC East loads up on Ohio State defenders, but offense tells 1st-round story
The Dallas Cowboys were one of an amazing seven teams to come away with more than one player from the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft, but just one of two along with the Kansas City Chiefs to draft two defensive players. The opportunity to do so in a big way was staring the […]
Cowboys news: Dallas gets more defensive help in Round 3
Jaishawn Barham to Cowboys as 2026 third-round pick – Patrik Walker, DallasCowboys.com Dallas adds more to the defensive side of the ball by selecting linebacker/edge rusher Jaishawn Barham. FRISCO, Texas — It’s all smiles for the Dallas Cowboys following Day 1 of the 2026 NFL Draft. With only a 12 percent chance of it happening, former […]
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