Cowboys' Draft Could Shake Up Roster

0:00It's April 19. This is Dallas News Today, AI-powered stories from your city. The Dallas Cowboys are gearing up for the 2026 NFL Draft with two first round picks that could flip their roster upside down, especially on defense. They've made some free agency moves, but these selections might bring in franchise talents to fix gaps at linebacker and safety while adding depth, elsewhere. Take linebacker Shamar James. IR James he started six games last season, racked up 91 tackles, 1.5 sacks, and a forced fumble. But if the Cowboys trade a forced stud like Ohio State's sunny styles, James might fight just to hold his spot in training camp. Meanwhile, safety Malik Hooker's days could be numbered after Dallas signed Vets Jalen Thompson and PJ Locke as starters. Drafting Ohio State's Caleb Downs at pick 12 would crowd him out even more, turning Hooker into a depth guy at best unless injuries hit. At tight end, Luke Schoenmaker has been lived up to a second round hype over three years,

1:02backing up Jake Ferguson. A late round rookie, or keeping Brev and Span forward, might push him toward free agency early, clearing space for fresh blood. This draft gives the front office a crystal clear view of their personnel before camp, potentially waving goodbye to some familiar faces as they build. For the long haul.