Cowboys Host Linebacker Prospect Anthony Hill

0:00On March 21st, the Dallas Cowboys face a thin linebacker group heading into the 2026 NFL draft with only three inside linebackers locked in under contract. To address that gap, they've arranged a key visit next week with Texas standout Anthony Hill Jr. A two-time All-American who's drawing buzz as a first-a-tile defender. Earlier this week, word broke that Hills Itinerary includes stops with the Minnesota Vikings right after Texas Pro Day, plus meetings in Texas with the Houston Texans and New York Giants. The Cowboys skip the combine sit down, but already hosted him for a private dinner, showing early interest. Hill stands six foot two and weighs 238 pounds, delivering as a three-down player in college with 259 tackles, 31 and a half tackles for loss and 17 sacks over three seasons. His combine workout popped with a 4.51, 40 yard dash, 37 inch vertical, and 21 bench press reps. Analysts praise his instincts, speed, and coverage skills, viewing him as one of the drafts

1:04safer bets for immediate impact at middle or weak side, linebacker. For Dallas, he's not a first-round lock, but fits a potential trade back from their round three pick at 92. With two first-round selections at 12 and 20 already in hand, the Cowboys keep options open as they scout ways to bolster the position for long-term strength.