Cowboys Draft Masterclass: Trades, Talent, & Value

0:00It's April 24th. This is NFL News Today, AI-powered stories shaping the season. The Dallas Cowboys made ways in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft with some slick trades. They jumped out one spot from 12-11 overall by dealing with the Miami Dolphins, snagging Ohio State Safety Caleb Downs, a top playmaker in, the secondary. Then at 20 overall, they flipped the script, trading down with the Philadelphia Eagles to land a 23-pick plus two-fourth rounders. Numbers 114 and 137. That move netted them wide receiver Malachi Lawrence right after. Fans and analysts are buzzing about the value here, calling it a masterclass in draft maneuvering. The Cowboys upgraded their roster without giving up premium assets, turning potential reaches into surefire starters. In the end, they gave up their original 12 and 20 picks, two fifth rounders this year, and a 2027 seventh rounder, but walked. Away with higher upside talent and better late round ammo.

1:02This position's Dallas strong heading into day two, stacking defense and speed just how they need it.