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Day 2 edge draft prospect who could tempt the Cowboys

We continue our 2026 NFL Draft preview of draft prospects that could interest the Dallas Cowboys. Today we are looking at defensive end Romello Height from Texas Tech. Romello Height DETexas Tech Red Raiders Senior 4-star rating6’3”239 lbs History Height’s first college season started in 2020 at Auburn. He appeared in one game with no recorded tackles as it was essentially […]

Brandon Aubrey is the highest paid kicker in the NFL

The Dallas Cowboys got it done. After a bit of drama surrounding their situation with kicker Brandon Aubrey, the Dallas Cowboys got a contract extension across the goal line. It was reported around lunchtime on Monday that Dallas is making Aubrey the highest-paid kicker in the NFL. Dallas had placed a second-round tender on Aubrey […]

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Adam Schefter: This long shot scenario would force Cowboys trade up

It is impossible to predict the NFL draft. Many try every year by way of mock drafts. But it is an exercise in futility. The NFL is so unpredictable and we have such small understanding of how things are going to go. Teams can zig or they can zag. It would appear that the Dallas […]

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Cowboys talent tiers: Defensive line & linebackers

Talent? On this defense? Yes, despite what Matt Eberflus failed to do with it, the Cowboys’ defense does have some pieces to work with. Some of them are new arrivals from free agency, and we expect several more to come from the upcoming 2026 draft. As we continue this series of articles looking at how […]

Cowboys news: Linebacker draft prospect called a perfect fit

Mel Kiper’s Favorite Linebacker Prospect is Perfect fit in Dallas Cowboys’ Defense – Mike Moraitis, Sports Illustrated Dallas could get their guy at a very reasonable price. Why Jimmy Rolder is a perfect fit Ideally, anyone the Cowboys add in the front seven will be able to both rush the quarterback and play against the […]

Cowboys need high-flying ballhawk corner prospect

It was not that long ago that the Dallas Cowboys’ cornerback room was a strength, as Trevon Diggs and DaRon Bland were discussed as one of the top cornerback duos in the league. Injuries have complicated the position group in a hurry, as Diggs is gone and Bland is recovering from a foot injury, leaving […]

What history tells us about the Cowboys draft pick at 12

In this year’s draft, Dallas holds the 12th overall pick. After a 7-9-1 season, and they also own pick 20 from the Micah Parsons trade (which we’ll cover later). The Cowboys coaching staff and front office message has been unusually direct, they want culture-changing first-rounders and they are focused on rebuilding a defense that was […]

Why Giants draft trade boosts Cowboys draft odds

Can the Dallas Cowboys and New York Giants actually be friends for a day? In a move that sent alarm bells through the NFC East, the Giants have officially traded away their defensive anchor, Dexter Lawrence, to the Cincinnati Bengals for the rights to the 10th overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. This massive […]

Cowboys roster review by position: Edge rushers

Entering the 2025 season, the Dallas Cowboys knew they would face challenges in rushing the passer. They traded away Micah Parsons, one of the league’s most premier pass rushers, and that left a big hole. The Cowboys had 52 sacks as a team in 2024 and that number plummeted to 35 the following season. While […]

Cowboys news: The trade Dallas should be thinking about making

ESPN trade idea urges Cowboys to make draft move fans have wanted all along – Jason Kandel, The Landry Hat With limited draft ammo, the Cowboys have to consider this move. The Dallas Cowboys have two first-round picks at their disposal, but after their 20th overall pick, they won’t make another selection until 92nd overall. […]

How Dallas performs against the consensus draft board in Round 1

With just a few days before the 2026 NFL draft, the picture is coming clearer of the Dallas Cowboys draft plans if you trust the pundits. Now more than ever, analysts are projecting the Cowboys to move up into the top ten to land one of the better defensive prospects in the draft. But if […]

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Cowboys fans need to know these 5 underrated Day 3 prospects

The 2026 NFL Draft is just around the corner. The Dallas Cowboys have many options with two first-round picks, and as things get closer we see some reasonable and also some crazy mocks coming out. Before things get too crazy, let’s look at Day 3 and five of the most underrated prospects the Cowboys could […]

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Cowboys scout natural leader at safety position

The Dallas Cowboys will enter the draft with an improved safety group thanks to free agent signings Jalen Thompson and P.J. Locke, who join a former veteran free agent signing, Malik Hooker. Collectively, this threesome provides a safe floor for the position group, but that doesn’t mean the team won’t take a shot at one […]

Cowboys trade down and accumulate 11 players in mock draft

With under a week left to go until the 2026 NFL Draft kicks off April 23 in Pittsburgh, the Dallas Cowboys are a complete enigma right now. No one can possibly predict with any kind of accuracy what they will do with their two first-round picks, or how that will shape the rest of their […]

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Cowboys news: Dallas showing interest in first-round WR

Cowboys’ Jordyn Tyson Interest Opens Door For Shock Pick in NFL Draft – Josh Sanchez, Cowboys On SI Could wide receiver be in play for the Cowboys in the first round? The Dallas Cowboys have been focusing on revamping the team’s putrid defense to kick off the new league, with a strong belief that the team will […]

Brandon Aubrey deadline passes, Cowboys hold rights for 2026

It feels like a long time ago now, but it was just two months in the rearview mirror that the Dallas Cowboys had some contract drama brewing with one of their better players. The Cowboys and Brandon Aubrey had a bit of a back and forth around the NFL combine, and thankfully the dust has […]

Cowboys need to chase this speedy corner draft prospect

The Dallas Cowboys find themselves in a bit of a cornerback conundrum as they prepare for the upcoming draft. Trevon Diggs is gone, DaRon Bland is recovering from a foot injury, and youngsters Shavon Revel Jr. and Caelen Carson are behind schedule in their development, leaving the unit missing that extra spark in the defensive […]

Cowboys mock draft roundup: Sonny Styles and others popular picks a week out

Wednesday was a big day for the NFL draft. Mock drafts from three of the game’s top insiders in Mel Kiper, Todd McShay, and Dane Brugler were released. Amazingly, and curiously, all three of them had the Dallas Cowboys moving up in the first round to number six overall to select Sonny Styles. This is […]

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Cowboys talent tiers: Offensive line

We continue our talent tiers series with the Cowboys’ offensive linemen. The last breakdown was of the skill positions at QB, RB, WR, and TE, and now we’ll get into the guys who set them up for success. The goal of this series is to see how Dallas’ level of talent and security among both […]

How recent trade acquisitions may force the Cowboys draft strategy

In November last year, the Cowboys traded their 2026 second-round pick and a 2027 first-round pick for star defensive tackle Quinnen Williams. He’s signed through 2027, but the level of investment made to get him to Dallas requires him to play more than just those two remaining years for the Cowboys. When he signed his […]

Cowboys news: Christian Parker reportedly has significant draft role

Cowboys’ Christian Parker To Play ‘Significant’ Role in 2026 NFL Draft Plans – Mike Moraitis, SI.com How much say will Christian Parker have in the draft? While it remains to be seen what the Dallas Cowboys will do with their two first-round picks, the consensus is the team should use both of them on defensive picks, […]