Cowboys' Draft Strategy: Trade Up for Defense

The Dallas Cowboys, with their first-round picks in the 2026 NFL draft, are expected to make bold moves to bolster their defense, potentially trading up for a top pass rusher like David Bailey or Rueben Bain Junior. Analyst Kristopher Knox suggests this strategy could provide instant results and long-term sustainability, despite the risk of surrendering future picks. The Cowboys defense, while strong, needs improvement to make a deep playoff run.

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