Cowboys Eye Short-Armed Edge Rushers for Draft

0:00On April 8, Dallas Cowboys are eyeing a couple edge rushes for the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft, and both Ruben Bain for Miami. And Cassius Howe from Texas A&M share the same knock, super short arms, measuring just over 30 inches each. Scouts point out Bain packs raw power to make up for it, while Howe relies on his non-stop motor to keep charging. One A of C scout broke it down, saying Bain's strength lets him bull pass blockers, but Howe's relentless drive keeps him in the mix every snap. Fans and analysts see how as a solid starter, or at least the key sub-package guy, perfect for Dallas since he knows a defense like the one Christian, Parker runs. That edge help is huge for the Cowboys, who need bodies off the edge to shore up their line. Projections put Bain anywhere from top 3 to just outside the top 10, so Dallas might grab him at pick 12 or trade up. Howe was more late first or early second round? Getting at pick 20 or with a slide back.

1:00Either way, Scheme fit matters big time in Dallas. They passed on Jadevion Clowney for that reason, and Howe slots right into their 3-4 setup, though Bain's upside could tempt them to bend the rules if he falls.