Cowboys' Draft Picks Could End Playoff Drought

0:00On March 3rd, the Dallas Cowboys carry huge expectations as one of the biggest names in football, but they have not reached an NFC championship game. Since 1995, their last Super Bowl win. Owner Jerry Jones shipped things up last year by replacing head coach Mike McCarthy with offensive coordinator Brian Schadenheimer. The move paid off on offense, putting the team among the league's best scores. That success could not hide major defensive woes though. The unit ranked near the bottom and yards and points allowed all season. Things got worse when they traded star pass rusher Michael Parsons before the year started, and later cut former all pro cornerback Trevon Diggs, who bounced to the Green Bay Packers only to get released again. Fans and analysts see this as a clear signal to rebuild the defense through the draft. CBS Sportswriter Ryan Wilson projects the Cowboys picking two standout defenders from the SEC in the first round of the 2026 NFL draft. At pick 12, they could grab Tennessee cornerback

1:00Jermod McCoy, a physical playmaker with sharp ball skills despite missing last season with an ACO. At 20, Auburn Edge rusher Keldrick Falk, a massive 6 foot 5 prospect with explosive upside and strong production against top. Competition landing both could transform Dallas's secondary overnight setting the stage to finally break that long playoff drought and contend for titles again.