Cowboys' 2026 Draft: Rebuilding Defense, Tackle Needs

0:00It's April 23rd. Welcome in. This is Dallas News Today, where local news meets AI. I'm Corey with the story. The 2026 NFL Draft kicks off tonight with the Dallas Cowboys holding two prime first-round picks at number 12 and number 20 from. The Green Bay Packers. They've got eight selections total across the rounds to rebuild their squad. Defensive screaming for help. Holding their list with linebacker, edge rusher, cornerback, and safety as the biggest gaps. Offensive tackle rounds out the top five needs, but it's not as urgent. Only Demarvian overshown feels like a sure starter at linebacker, though his injuries worry everyone. They've added some edge guys like Rashan Gary and Corners plus safeties this off season, but depth and long-term stars are missing. Tyler Geithin and Terence Steele hold the tackles, yet competition is thin. Even with these picks, they won't plug every hole right away. Steven Jones says they're already dialing up trades for veteran talent, just like snagging

1:03George Pickens from Pittsburgh last year. roster tweaks never stop, so expect draft excitement mixed with more moves ahead. Cowboys fans, stay locked in for the shake up.