Cowboys Draft: Vaughn for Offense, Defense in Focus

0:00Dallas Cowboys have been all about fixing their defense, heading into the 2026 NFL draft after a rough 2025 season. They can defensive coordinator Matt Eberfluss in higher Christian Parker, who's got deep roots coaching defensive backs. They beefed up with trades and signings like outside linebacker Rashan Gary, defensive and Jonathan Bullard, safety's Jalen Thompson and PJ, Locke, plus cornerback Kobe Durant. Still, expect most of their draft picks to shore up that side of the ball. But offense isn't totally off the table, especially for a late-round steal like Aveline Christian running back Jordan Vaughn. This 6-foot-3, 235-pound bruiser rushed for 663 yards in a touchdowns last year, averaging 5. Point 9 yards per carry. He's already chatted with the Cowboys and his power running style could be just what they need. One reminds folks of Javance Williams, who toured up for Dallas in 2025, with 1,201 yards

1:00and 11 scores at, 220 pounds. That punishing approach wore down defenses, and Vaughn brings similar size, plus trackstarts speed, that their backfield lacked. Dallas revamped their running back room last year, with Williams as the lead guy. Back up mile Sanders went down with a knee injury, opening doors for rookie Jaden Blue and Malik Davis, while 7th-rounder Phil Moffa lurks too. Coach Shottenheimer likes the young crew, but wants them to prove it. Adding Vaughn could spark real competition there, giving the Cowboys depth and that big-body threat without ignoring their defensive priorities. Keeps things fresh as draft A-nears. Local news powered by AI. This is Dallas News Today. I'm Corey with The Story.