Photo by John Smolek/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images Who do you think the Cowboys will draft with each of their 10 picks? It’s finally draft week! The first round of the 2025 NFL Draft kicks off Thursday, April 24 and so far, barring a trade, the Dallas Cowboys hold the 12th overall pick on Day 1 of the big event. What they ended up doing with that selection is anyone’s guess as of right now, and the same goes with their other nine selections in rounds 2-7. Today, we’re going to attempt to predict which player they select with their 10 draft picks this year. We based our selections on prospects they have shown an interest in throughout the draft process as well as their current roster “needs”. 1.12 – WR Matthew Golden, Texas Golden was a 30 pre-draft visitor for the Cowboys and someone who would immediately step in and upgrade the WR2 position behind CeeDee Lamb. With his route running ability, inside/out versatility, and speed (4.29) he’d also give Dak Prescott another reliable target in the passing game. 2.44 – RB Quinshon Judkins, Ohio State As a 30 pre-draft visitor, Judkins is someone the Cowboys have shown an interest in. At 5’11”, 211-pounds with 4.48 speed, the former Buckeyes RB is a hard-nosed, violent runner with good quickness and vision who could step in and challenge to be Dallas’ new RB1 as a rookie. 3.76 – DT Shemar Turner, Texas A&M Turner is another 30 pre-draft visitor for the Cowboys. He is a high intensity, disruptive DT who played all across the DL at Texas A&M and can play the 1- or 3-technique in Matt Eberflus’ scheme. If he can reign in/control his emotions and become more disciplined, he has the talent to be a difference-maker. 5.149 – CB Zy Alexander, LSU The Cowboys had a formal meeting with Zy Alexander at the NFL combine. He would provide much-needed depth at CB and has the talent to see the field early as a rookie. Despite having only average speed, he possesses good athleticism, ball skills, length, and is above average in run support. 5.174 – OT/G Caleb Rogers, Texas Tech Caleb Rogers was another 30 pre-draft visitor for the Cowboys. He was primarily a right tackle during his time at Texas Tech, but his long-term future at the next level will probably be kicking inside to guard. With more technical refinement he could develop into a starting caliber RG in the not-too-distant future. 6.204 – LB Cody Simon, Ohio State The Cowboys coaching staff was on hand at Ohio State’s Pro Day, so they probably got a good look at Cody Simon. At 6’1″, 232-pounds, the former buckeyes LB has the size and sideline-to-sideline range Eberflus likes at the position. He’d be a depth LB and core special-teams player early on in Dallas. 6.211 – EDGE Jah Joyner, Minnesota Joyner is an intriguing developmental pass rusher who could provide much-needed depth at defensive end for the Cowboys. With 34″ arms and at 6’4″, 262-pounds, he possesses the prototypical physical attributes of a starting caliber DE in the NFL. He can be a situational pass rusher early on while he continues to fine-tune his craft. 7.217 – CB/S Jordan Hancock, Ohio State Jordan Hancock is an intriguing, versatile defensive back who could provide much-needed depth to the Cowboys secondary. He was primarily the nickel CB during his time at Ohio State, but also played free safety as well. That kind position flex could be invaluable for Dallas’ secondary. 7.239 – DT Elijah Simmons, Tennessee Elijah Simmons was part of a heavy rotation along the DL during his time at Tennessee. He showed flashes of being a disruptive player, but lacked consistency. At 6’1″, 334-pounds, he has natural girth to become a stout run defender with upside as a pass rusher if he can continue develop his skill set. 7.247 – WR Isaiah Neyor, Nebraska At 6’4″, 218-pounds and with 4.40 speed, Isaiah Neyor is an intriguing developmental WR prospect who was a “Dallas Day” participant for the Cowboys. He’s arguably the most physically gifted WR in the draft class and his physical attributes are worth the Cowboys gambling on at this point in the draft.

Photo by Scott W. Grau/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images Darius Alexander is worth monitoring this week. We continue our 2025 NFL Draft preview of draft prospects that could interest the Dallas Cowboys. Today we are looking at defensive lineman Darius Alexander out of Toledo. Height: 6-foot-4Weight: 305-lbsArm Length: 34”Hand Size: 10” Strengths: + Twitched up interior rusher with position flexibility + Active hands allow for quick and easy pass rush wins + Showed good feel for winning off the edge, out of position at the Senior Bowl + Quick first step allows him to win early in reps with pure quickness + Possesses excellent length at the position as a pass rusher and run defender + Converts speed-to-power well paired with his length to win down the middle of lineman’s chest often + Athletic profile really shines a light on the ceiling he’s capable of + Possesses exceptional power to be an impact run defender and high-floor pass rusher at three-tech Weaknesses: – Small school player that did not have eye-popping production – Plays with some stiffness in his lower-half that limited finishing ability in the backfield – Will need to work on his rush tempo to play with better body control and balance – Gives up his chest a bit due to his chaotic rush style – Dominant tape did not come with the dominant statistical production you’d like to see for borderline first-round defensive linemen Round Grade: 2nd Overall Summary: Darius Alexander saw a quick rise up draft boards after showing out at the Senior Bowl. The funny thing is everything he showed in Mobile, he showed on tape consistently at Toledo. Alexander is a every down player at the 3-technique that flashes a consistent pass rush plan and arsenal to win in a variety of ways as a rusher and run defender. The Cowboys need defensive line help behind Osa Odighizuwa and to compete for a starting reps at 1-technique with Mazi Smith. Alexander’s position versatility and traits fit well with what Matt Eberflus likes in his defensive tackles. It is unlikely, but if Alexander falls to the 44th overall pick, there is an excellent chance he would be the best player available at that time. RAS Score: 9.16

Photo by Dustin Markland/Getty Images The Cowboys need to make sure to leave the NFL Draft with a running back. The Dallas Cowboys need a running back. That’s a weird thing to say, considering this team has been fortunate to lean on standout runners DeMarco Murray, Ezekiel Elliott, and Tony Pollard, over the last decade. The fun stopped last season as the Cowboys decided to skimp at the position and rely on undrafted free agent Rico Dowdle to do the heavy lifting. Now, even Dowdle is gone, and the Cowboys are left figuring out how to improve the running back position with the answer residing in the upcoming draft. When will they pick a running back? It’s hard to say, but looking at the choices in this draft, here could be how the Cowboys decide to approach the running back position. PLAN A – The gift For the first couple of months of draft talks, there was a great debate about whether Boise State standout running back Ashton Jeanty was worth the 12th overall pick. It wasn’t so much a knock on Jeanty, but just how some aren’t interested in using premium draft capital on a non-premium position. Now, with the draft almost upon us, that discussion is likely moot as it’s pretty evident that Jeanty has achieved superstar status and is not likely to be there when the Cowboys pick. Most mocks have him going to Las Vegas at sixth overall, and if he sneaks past them, Chicago will probably take him at 10. There is a small chance Jeanty slides to Dallas and if he does, the Cowboys shouldn’t hesitate to select him. An elite talent at one of the team’s biggest needs. It’s a no-brainer. PLAN B – A second round surprise The next tier of running backs consists of North Carolina’s Omarion Hampton and Iowa’s Kaleb Johnson. Hampton gets all the buzz, but they are very similar runners. Both show great vision, can bounce off of would-be tacklers, and know when it hit the gas. They are also both effective out of the backfield as receivers. Some have mocked Hampton to Dallas at 12, which is a huge uber-reach. Let’s hope that doesn’t happen. While 12 is way too early, it wouldn’t be surprising to see him go late in the first round. Unless something crazy happens, he’s out of range for the Cowboys in the second round. However, that might not be the case with Johnson. He’s projected to go in the middle of the second round and is in striking distance of where the Cowboys pick. While it’s not flashy, landing Johnson should give the Cowboys a forget-it and set-it running back to rely on in 2025. Everyone is talking about the Ohio State boys as the round two running back targets for the Cowboys, but how would you feel about Kaleb Johnson? He could be an under-the-radar pick at 44 that could solve the team’s RB problems.pic.twitter.com/nPd4QwvQVl — Dan Rogers (@DannyPhantom24) April 19, 2025 PLAN C – Let’s get this over with The Cowboys could just end the suspense of the running back saga by picking a running back at 44, as there will be good options available. If they miss out on the top three, they shouldn’t fret because the Ohio State boys should be right there for the picking. It’s possible one of them might get selected before they are on the clock, but at least one should be there. TreVeyon Henderson and Quinshon Judkins are ranked 42nd and 54th, respectively, from NFL Mock Draft Database. Henderson and Judkins are both good players, and it’s hard to pick a favorite. Henderson is the more electric runner as he has slightly more speed and ran for 7.0 yards per attempt vs. Judkins’ 5.5 ypc. But Judkins is a more disciplined between-the-tackles runner who has been very consistent over the last three seasons. He’s also a more physical runner who can convert the short-yardage stuff. Either of these Buckeye backs would be solid picks for the Cowboys in the second round. PLAN D – Patience pays off If the Cowboys haven’t selected a running back after the first two rounds, it’s okay. There should still be several good options available. Players like Tennessee’s Dylan Sampson, UCF’s R.J. Harvey, and Miami’s Damien Martinez are all expected to still be available in round three. And there’s probably a couple of others you might have on your list of potential targets for the Cowboys at this spot in the draft. While they are good players who have the potential to be a staple of a team’s running game, they also come with more questions. Some are a bit undersized, some lack wiggle, and backs taken this late typically have a specific skillset and are more suited to be a complementary piece in a timeshare. And that’s fine if the team that drafts them has other options on their roster. For the Cowboys and their low-cost free agent investments, that’s a big unknown. PLAN E – The Day 3 magic act There’s no way the Cowboys would exit the first two days of the draft without adding a running back, right? Well, many of us thought the same thing last year, yet that’s exactly what they did. This basically threw the idea of drafting a running back to the curb because the team had no fourth-round pick, and the pickings were slim when you get to round five. In this draft, the Cowboys again have no fourth-round pick, meaning they must pull the trigger on a running back before the end of Friday. If, for some reason, they don’t manage to do that, they will need to work the phones and figure out a way to get themselves back into the fourth round. If they pulled that off, they still might be able to find a quality option like Oregon’s Jordan James, Georgia’s Trevor Etienne, or Virginia Tech’s Bhayshul Tuten, but let’s hope it doesn’t come

Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports Do you think it is okay for the Cowboys to hand out jersey numbers that belonged to franchise greats? This week the Dallas Cowboys will welcome several (the full amount is obviously subject to change) new players thanks to the NFL draft. Our collective hope is that they are all future Hall of Famers and that they help the team return to serious prominence. Maybe that happens. If it does then maybe one of those players will be held in high esteem relative to franchise history. You might argue that they should have a spot in the Ring of Honor or Hall of Fame (as noted) if that winds up happening. Last week the Cowboys saw a player who checks these boxes call it a career as Tyron Smith retired and held a press conference at The Star. There is no question that Smith is among the very best players to ever put a star on their helmet. Just a few days after that retirement, the Cowboys signed a new offensive linemen in Saahdiq Charles. That was a pretty normal thing, but it took a bit of a turn on Friday morning when it was realized that Charles will be wearing Smith’s old jersey number of 77. As soon as this came to light there were people who were sharing opinions that this should not be allowed by the Cowboys. That is certainly understandable on some level given who Smith is relative to the team. I didn’t believe this was true but it is: dirty game. pic.twitter.com/tr1YtsuUde — Calvin Watkins (@calvinwatkins) April 18, 2025 My take on all of this is that it is perfectly fine to hand out Smith’s number. If we are going to have some discussion about which ones should be retired (the Cowboys have never formally retired any number, but there are select few that they do not ever hand out in an effective retirement of sorts) then I would offer that 8, 12, 22 and 74 are the beginning and end of that conversation. Even if you agree with that, 74 is sometimes given out to a player during training camp, although they never wear it during the regular season. Tyron Smith was incredible. We all know that. But it is okay to hand out his jersey number. What’s more is that while he did just retire, he left the team last year. The Cowboys have moved on already. Consider that even in his retirement presser that Smith acknowledged how Tyler Smith is the new leader of the offensive line (this is especially true with Zack Martin having also retired) and that Tyler wears Larry Allen’s old number in 73. Heck, Zack Martin wore Rayfield Wright’s 70. It can be true that Tyron, Zack and whoever were amazing Cowboys and that it is okay for their numbers to re-enter the standard circulation. Do you agree with this? Or do you feel another way? Let us know in the comments below!

Eric Hartline-Imagn Images Notbale headlines surrounding America’s team. Cowboys insider confirms beloved veteran is as good as gone- Jerry Trotta, The Landry Hat Don’t hold your breath on Eric Kendricks wearing the silver and blue in 2025. Responding to a fan on Twitter, Cowboys staff writer Patrik Walker noted the trade for Kenneth Murray and signing of Jack Sanborn “likely” rules out Kendricks’ return. It is possible that Dallas may revisit signing Kendricks after the NFL Draft. If they take a linebacker, odds are the former All-Pro won’t be back. If they don’t, the reunion door would creep open. While Murray and Sanborn help anchor the linebacker depth, it’s still unknown when DeMarvion Overshown will be cleared to return from his knee injury. Former fifth-round pick Damone Clark is potentially on the roster bubble after hardly playing last season. In a vacuum, Marist Liufau and Sanborn are the best LBs on the roster. Murray and Clark are major liabilities. New defensive coordinator Matt Eberflus will need to harness some of Murray’s reckless tendencies before he can be trusted with a big role. Popular Texas WR prospect would give Cowboys true weapon opposite CeeDee Lamb- Todd Brock, Cowboys Wire In the off-chance you aren’t already, keep an eye on Matthew Golden at 12. Even Mel Kiper Jr. has had a change of heart. After three consecutive mocks in which he pounded the table for the Cowboys to take a running back (namely, North Carolina’s Omarion Hampton) with the No. 12 pick, the draft guru went a different direction with his fourth and final projection, instead sending Texas wide receiver Matthew Golden to Dallas in the first round. It certainly wouldn’t be a long shot. The Cowboys are desperate to find a serious threat at WR2 opposite CeeDee Lamb, someone who would force opposing defenses to spread themselves thin in coverage. Jalen Tolbert, KaVontae Turpin, and the host of young receivers currently in Dallas all have upside, but the Cowboys passing attack needs a weapon, not more warm bodies. Golden is unanimously ranked one of four elite pass-catchers in this year’s draft class- along with Tetairoa McMillan, Luther Burden III, and Emeka Egbuka- with many experts other than Kiper also thinking he’d be an ideal fit in the silver and blue. Each of those receivers is expected to be gone within the first two rounds of the draft, but Dallas’s No. 44 pick may too late. A solid cornerback, a good pass rusher, and a more-than-serviceable young running back can all be had well into the second round or later; if the Cowboys want a true difference-maker to pair with Lamb, it may be the move they have to make on Thursday night. Golden was one of the Cowboys’ national “30” visitors, so the interest is definitely there. Here’s a look at the Texas native’s measurables, highlights, and scouting reports as draft day approaches. Cowboys have simple fix for potential 2025 NFL draft ‘nightmare scenario’- Randy Gurzi, Sports Illustrated It is a near certainty that playmakers will be available when Dallas selects. “Ashton Jeanty and Tetairoa McMillan are both gone when they pick 12th overall, leaving them without an obvious skill-position candidate to support Dak Prescott from the get-go.” — Gagnon, Bleacher Report While less than ideal, this might not be an actual nightmare for Dallas. In fact, this scenario is highly probable, and the Cowboys would have two options to salvage the night. Texas Longhorns WR Matthew Golden catches a pass in the fourth quarter as the Texas Longhorns play the Ohio State Buckeyes. The simplest fix would be to select Texas wide receiver Matthew Golden. Dallas has shown interest in the former Longhorn, who isn’t as dominant as McMillan, but would give them some much-needed speed. If they don’t want to use pick No. 12 on Golden, the Cowboys could trade down. Stephen Jones said this is a possibility, and they could still wind up with Golden later in Round 1. If he’s off the board, there’s Ohio State wide receiver Emeka Egbuka or North Carolina running back Omarion Hampton. Cowboys’ faithful would be happy to draft this Southern powerhouse trio- Mario Herrera Jr, Inside The Star Does Ole Miss have all the talent Dallas needs? Round 1, Pick 12: DT Walter Nolen Walter Nolen is widely regarded as one of the top defensive tackle prospects in the 2025 class. After transferring to Ole Miss from Texas A&M, Nolen became a dominant force in the middle of the Rebels’ defensive line. Standing at 6’4” and 315 pounds, Nolen combines power, agility, and high football IQ. He clogs run lanes, collapses pockets, and brings a physical edge that Dallas has sorely lacked on the interior for years. For the Cowboys, who have struggled with run defense consistency and interior pressure, Nolen would be a game-changer. Plugging him next to Osa Odighizuwa or Mazi Smith would instantly upgrade the defensive line and give DC Matt Eberflus a powerful anchor in the trenches. Why OL Will Hernandez could still be a free agent fit for the Cowboys- Matthew Holleran, Blogging The Boys The draft isn’t the only way Dallas can still add talent. One area the Cowboys could look to improve at is finding someone to compete for the starting spot at right guard. Dallas’ longtime starter at the position, Zack Martin, finally called it quits a few weeks back, leaving the Cowboys searching for a starter for the first time in a decade. Internally, Dallas has players like Brock Hoffman or T.J. Bass who could start at the position, but neither player has done enough during their time on the field to make themselves a lock. The Cowboys would be wise to add some veteran competition to the group, and a free agent target still available would make a lot of sense. That guy is 29-year-old offensive lineman Will Hernandez. Hernandez was a second-round pick by the New York Giants back in 2018, and Dallas had plenty of confirmed interest in

Photo by Joe Robbins/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images Could TreVeron Henderson be the pick in the second round? We continue our 2025 NFL Draft preview of draft prospects that could interest the Dallas Cowboys. Today we are looking at running back TreVeyon Henderson out of Ohio State. Height: 5-foot-10Weight: 202-lbsArm Length: 30 3/4”Hand Size: 9 1/2” Strengths: + Explosive back with the ability to hit the home run consistently + Limited tread on the tires leads to a long career projection + Balance and power between the tackles is impressive for his size + High IQ runner with a good feel for attack angles + Three-down ability is evident on tape with his rushing, receiving, and pass blocking skills + Short-area quickness shines in his elusiveness + Trustworthy as a pass catcher that has a good feel for route running and soft zones + High-character guy that will be loved by coaches, scouts, and teammates Weaknesses: – Smaller build back that could struggle to carry an every down back workload – Had multiple lower body injuries in college that limited his playing time in 2023 and 2022 – Showed impressive power at OSU, but his size may limit his after contact ability in the NFL – Posted only one year of high-end production at Ohio State – Benefitted from quality offensive line play, quarterback play, and wide receiver play to limit loaded boxes Round Grade: 2nd Overall Summary: TreVeyon Henderson never took over a true RB1 role at Ohio State, but he has the skill set to do so in the NFL. Henderson is a true three-down back, with the ability to impact the game as a runner, receiver, and pass protector. Despite his lack of size, Henderson offers plenty of power, explosiveness, and big-play ability that is desperately needed in the Cowboys backfield heading into the draft. Henderson is a potential option at 44 if he is there, but more than likely will not last until the Cowboys pick in the third round. RAS Score: 8.82

Photo by Ric Tapia/Getty Images Will Hernandez remains a name to watch. Player acquisition is a 365-day commitment, or at least it should be. To this point in the spring, the Dallas Cowboys have done a better job in that department than they did last offseason. While the Cowboys have not signed or acquired any blue-chip players, they have added competition and depth at multiple positions of need, and significantly strengthened parts of their roster. Still, there are plenty of areas the Cowboys could improve and make their team even more complete before the start of training camp. One area the Cowboys could look to improve at is finding someone to compete for the starting spot at right guard. Dallas’ longtime starter at the position, Zack Martin, finally called it quits a few weeks back, leaving the Cowboys searching for a starter for the first time in a decade. Internally, Dallas has players like Brock Hoffman or T.J. Bass who could start at the position, but neither player has done enough during their time on the field to make themselves a lock. The Cowboys would be wise to add some veteran competition to the group, and a free agent target still available would make a lot of sense. That guy is 29-year-old offensive lineman Will Hernandez. Hernandez was a second-round pick by the New York Giants back in 2018, and Dallas had plenty of confirmed interest in him as a prospect coming out of college. The Cowboys have shown a trend of targeting available players they liked coming out of school this spring, and Hernandez could be the next to follow suit. The UTEP product went on to sign with the Arizona Cardinals after four seasons in New York. From 2022 to 2024, Hernandez posted some solid production, recording a Pro Football Focus pass-blocking grade of 70 or higher in all three seasons. The 29-year-old got off to a great start during the 2024 season, allowing no sacks and recording a career-high 69.3 offensive grade in the first five games before suffering an unfortunate season-ending injury (torn ACL) in a matchup against the San Francisco 49ers. During his final two seasons in Arizona, Hernandez’s offensive line coach was new Cowboys offensive coordinator Klayton Adams. When Dallas hired his former coach back in February, Hernandez strongly endorsed the hire, stating, “I’m telling you: you got the right guy.” Had a great conversation with Arizona OL Will Hernandez — a free agent this offseason — about Klayton Adams. I’ll share the full interview tomorrow, but first here’s a teaser: “I’m telling you: you got the right guy.” https://t.co/tIj6DZUQYA pic.twitter.com/auKJql7nPK — Joseph Hoyt (@JoeJHoyt) February 4, 2025 Judging by his comments, it seems like the two had a good relationship, and a reunion in Dallas would make sense for both sides. From Hernandez’s perspective, he would have a great chance to become Dallas’ starter at right guard, and being familiar with the offensive coordinator would give him a chance to hit the ground running after suffering a tough injury last season. For the Cowboys, adding Hernandez would be a no-lose scenario. If he plays well, he starts over Hoffman and Bass, and those two serve as depth pieces. If he struggles, you either cut him after camp or let him serve as a veteran backup who can play multiple positions. Will Hernandez and the Dallas Cowboys still seem like a great fit. Only time will tell if the two sides have a mutual interest in each other.

Photo by Andrew Wevers/Getty Images It is officially NFL Draft week. This year’s NFL draft is so close we can practically taste those name cards. We have spent a lot of time narrowing down who the Dallas Cowboys will take at pick number 12. The last time I did a comprehensive ranking here of this year’s draft prospects it was before the scouting combine. Now with more information, including watching tape and reading the reports, here is my personal ranking of the Top-100 draft prospects. Top-100 CB, Travis Hunter – Colorado QB, Cameron Ward – Miami DE/OLB, Abdul Carter – Penn State DT, Mason Graham – Michigan WR, Tetairoa McMillan – Arizona TE, Tyler Warren – Penn State OL, Will Campbell – LSU CB, Will Johnson – Michigan OT, Armand Membou – Missouri QB, Shedeur Sanders – Colorado DE, Shemar Stewart – Texas A&M OT, Kelvin Banks – Texas DE, James Pearce Jr – Tennessee DT, Kenneth Grant – Michigan DE, Mike Green – Marshall CB, Jahdae Barron – Texas LB, Jihaad Campbell – Alabama DE, Jalon Walker – Georgia TE, Colston Loveland – Michigan RB, Ashton Jeanty – Boise State RB, Omarion Hampton – North Carolina WR, Emeka Egbuka- Ohio State OT, Josh Simmons – Ohio State S, Malaki Starks – Georgia DT, Walter Nolen – Ole Miss WR, Luther Burden III – Missouri S, Nick Emmanwori – South Carolina DT, Derrick Harmon – Oregon DE, Donovan Ezeiruaku – Boston College OG, Tyler Booker – Alabama QB, Jalen Milroe – Alabama OT, Josh Conerly Jr – Oregon DE, Mykel Williams – Georgia CB, Maxwell Hairston – Kentucky OG, Donovan Jackson – Ohio State CB, Azareye’h Thomas – Florida State OL, Grey Zabel – North Dakota State DT, Darius Alexander – Toledo CB, Trey Amos – Ole Miss DL, Nic Scourton – Texas A&M DT, Alfred Collins – Texas RB, TreVeyon Henderson – Ohio State WR, Trey Harris – Ole Miss OT, Aireontae Ersery – Minnesota S, Xavier Watts – Notre Dame LB, Carson Schwesinger – UCLA QB, Jaxson Dart – Ole Miss RB, Kaleb Johnson – Iowa WR, Elic Ayomanor – Stanford OG, Jonah Savaiinaea – Arizona TE, Harold Fannin Jr – Bowling Green CB, Shavon Revel – East Carolina DE, Jack Sawyer – Ohio State DE, Landon Jackson – Arkansas OL, Marcus Mbow – Purdue OG, Tate Ratledge – Georgia TE, Mason Taylor – LSU DT, Tyleik Williams- Ohio State WR, Matthew Golden – Texas RB, Cam Skattebo- Arizona State OG, Dylan Fairchild – Georgia DT, T.J. Sanders – South Carolina WR, Jack Bech – TCU TE, Elijah Arroyo – Miami QB, Quinn Ewers – Texas RB, Quinshon Judkins – Ohio State WR, Jayden Higgins – Iowa State DE, Princely Umanmielen – Ole Miss WR, Isaiah Bond – Texas RB, Dylan Sampson – Tennessee C, Jared Wilson – Georgia DT, Omarr Norman-Lott – Tennessee DE, JT Tuimoloau – Ohio State LB, Demetrius Knight – South Carolina WR, Jaylin Noel – Iowa State OT, Cameron Williams – Texas DT, Deone Walker – Kentucky S, Andrew Mukuba – Texas QB, Tyler Shough – Louisville DE, Bradyn Swinson – LSU RB, Bhayshul Tuten – Virginia Tech DT, Shemar Turner – Texas A&M DE, Josaiah Stewart – Michigan WR, Jalen Royals – Utah State LB, Danny Stutsman – Oklahoma DE, Jordan Burch – Oregon WR, Xavier Restrepo – Miami OT, Wyatt Milum – West Virgina DT, C.J. West – Indiana WR, Savion Williams – TCU OG, Miles Frazier – LSU TE, Gunnar Helm – Texas RB, Devin Neal – Kansas OT, Emery Jones Jr – LSU S, Kevin Winston Jr – Penn State WR, Tai Felton – Maryland OT, Ozzy Trapilo – Boston College CB, Darien Porter – Iowa State RB, Ollie Gordon II – Oklahoma State DT, Joshua Farmer – Florida State Position in Top-100: Quarterbacks – 6Running Backs – 10Wide Receivers- 14Tight Ends – 6IOL – 7OT – 12DT – 14DE/OLB – 14LB – 4CB – 8S – 5 Grades in Top-100: First Round – 131/2 Round – 3Second Round – 29Third Round – 46Fourth Round – 9 Highest Graded Score: Travis Hunter – 94.6 Lowest Graded Score: Joshua Farmer – 79.5

Photo by Gus Stark/LSU/University Images via Getty Images Bradyn Swinson is a name to keep in mind. We continue our 2025 NFL Draft preview of draft prospects that could interest the Dallas Cowboys. Today we are looking at edge rusher Bradyn Swinson out of LSU. Height: 6-foot-4Weight: 255-lbsArm Length: 33 3/8”Hand Size: 9 7/8” Strengths: + Athletic, but powerful edge with size and length to match + Converts speed to power well + Bull rushes with impressive knee-bend and leverage + Uses length well in his hand strikes to win as a rusher + Improved as a run defender at a consistent rate at LSU + Possesses adequate ankle flexion and hip flexibility to bend and flatten when turning the corner + Showcased active hands and multiple moves to get to the QB + Deep pass rush arsenal to overwhelm tackles as a rusher + Showed a good feel for winning as a rusher from multiple alignments at LSU Weaknesses: – Wiry frame that will need to add mass in order to be a full-time starter on the defensive line – One-year starter at LSU with limited production to rely on – Needs to keep his eyes up more when bull rushing to find the football – Low eyes led to a few missed opportunities to bat down passes at the line of scrimmage – Effort and technique to play the run was there, but will need to play with a stronger lower-half – May be more of a 3-4 team fit due to lack of reps from a three-point stance Round Grade: 2nd Overall Summary: I seem to be higher on LSU’s Bradyn Swinson than most, but it is hard not to love Swinson as a prospect. He has good size, length, bend, and plays with a surprising amount of power for a sub-260-lb edge. Swinson should impact games early as a pass rusher, but has the skills to develop into a quality three-down lineman as he continues to fill out and play with more consistent hand technique when rushing the passer. The Cowboys still need to add to their edge room to take some heat off of Micah Parsons and Dante Fowler, and Braydn Swinson on day two would be excellent value.

Tim Heitman-Imagn Images Your Sunday morning Cowboys news. Drafting RB in 2025 should be a numbers game for Cowboys, but can afford patience? – Reid Hanson, Cowboys Wire Why the Cowboys shouldn’t “rush” to judgement to address one of their needs. The debate has waged all offseason over not if, but when the Dallas Cowboys should pull the trigger at the running back position in the 2025 NFL draft. First, we discussed waiting to Day 3 and attacking value as it slips through the cracks. Then we discussed what happened last season and the knee-jerk reaction to earmark a pick specifically for the RB position this draft cycle. Since then, people have discussed reaching for one of the top RBs at No. 12, moving up earlier in the draft to pluck away the cream of crop, and even double-dipping at RB across multiple days of the draft. Cases can be made for each approach even if some arguments are flimsier than others. Obviously, this is easier said than done for a team like the Cowboys. Nobody in Dallas actually wants to see Javonte Williams enter Week 1 as the Cowboys unchallenged starter at RB, so the instinct to pick someone, anyone, in the first three rounds in understandable. And if a specific player the scouting department is targeting is available in those early rounds, it would make sense to do just that. But that approach ignores one of the greatest strengths of the draft, which is the depth. Unless multiple teams double-dip and select multiple RBs before Dallas, the Cowboys are going to get their guy at some point this draft cycle. Again, the numbers on their side because it’s a buyers’ market and the supply has seemingly exceeded the demand. There’s also the secondary market sure to arise after the draft. When teams load up on cheap and talented prospects this draft cycle, they’re inevitably going to remove veterans from their respective rosters. It’s going to open up a whole new range of possibilities for a team waiting in the wings. Panthers-Cowboys trade proposal sends lethal pass rusher to Carolina -Matthew Schmidt, SI.com Trade proposals are everywhere in the run up to the draft. The Carolina Panthers were one of the worst teams in football at getting to the quarterback this past season, finishing with just 32 sacks. The Panthers have attempted to address the problem this offseason, signing free agents like Tershawn Wharton and Pat Jones, but they still need to make some more additions in order to bolster their front seven. Carolina is widely expected to address the issue in the NFL Draft, but there may still be some interesting potential trades on the table for the Panthers.Sterling Xie of Pro Football Network has identified a possible trade target for Carolina, singling out Dallas Cowboys edge rusher Dante Fowler as a candidate. “However, with young edge rushers Sam Williams and Marshawn Kneeland behind him, it wouldn’t be surprising to see Fowler fall back into his usual designated pass rusher role,” Xie wrote. “While the Cowboys could use help there, it’s easy to imagine Fowler becoming a tradeable asset if Dallas gets development from its young pass rushers (and potentially adds to the position group in the draft).” Fowler is now in his second stint with the Cowboys after racking up 39 tackles and 10.5 sacks with the Washington Commanders in 2024, marking the second time in his career that he rattled off double-digit sacks (he first achieved the feat by totaling 11.5 sacks with the Los Angeles Rams back in 2019). These Cowboys could see an exit sign at the end of 2025 – Shane Taylor, Inside the Star 2025 could be the last go-round with these players in Dallas. Malik Davis How about we start with a guy that most probably forgot about. Back in January, Dallas signed Davis to a reserve/future contract. Davis spent the entire 2024 regular season on the Cowboys’ practice squad after failing to make the 53-man roster at the end of training camp in late August.He wasn’t elevated to the active roster for a single game, but he’ll stick around in Dallas and participate in offseason training programs to compete for a roster spot for the 2025 campaign. Davis has a golden chance to do something in camp and make the roster this season. I mean, it is funny that we talked about him LAST offseason having this same look as to how bad the running back room is.Javontae Williams and Miles Sanders are the two starting running backs on the depth chart. Dallas will draft a guy, but if they don’t land one of the top three backs starting next week in the NFL Draft, Davis has a good of a chance as anyone as making his case for RB3 or he will spend him last year on the outside looking in. Ryan Flournoy We have to call it like it is, if the Dallas Cowboys draft a wide receiver, Ryan Flournoy might need to have a breakout camp to maybe even survive this offseason!Flournoy played just 13.32% of the offensive snaps in 2024. With Brandin Cooks gone, yes, he moves up a spot, but players like Jalen Tolbert and Jalen Brooks, Jonathan Mingo, and KaVontae Turpin all moved up on the depth chart as well. I like all the names mentioned above ahead of Flournoy. You may not agree with me, and I hate trading for Jonathan Brooks, but right now he is better than Flournoy. I think whomever they draft will jump him in the depth chart, so it might be a make or break it summer for Flournoy, he may be seeing the exit sign after the 2025 season if he doesn’t ball out. Evaluating position groups where the Cowboys ‘like their guys’ before the draft – Sean Martin, Blogging the Boys Breaking down what positions the Cowboys might bypass in the draft. Offensive Tackle The Cowboys learned the hard way at several positions last season