Cowboys Land Studs Downs & Lawrence in Draft

0:00On April 24th, the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft is done, and the Dallas Cowboys just landed Caleb Downs and Malachi Lawrence. These two studs are now officially Cowboys, marking a huge win after some slick maneuvering on Draft Night. Dallas played the tray game Smart, moving up and down the board to grab their targets without burning too many future assets. It took real strategy to pull off both selections in that chaotic first round. Fans are buzzing hard, as like a dream come true for Cowboy Nation, turning what felt impossible into straight reality. This duo brings fresh talent that could lock down the secondary and boost the offense right away. Looking ahead, Dallas still holds six picks, starting with round three, pick 92 overall. They've got three in round four at picks 112, 114 from Philly, and 137, also from the Eagles, plus round five at one. 52 and around seven at 218. The Draft rolls on through the weekend, with more trades likely on the horizon, so keep your eyes peeled for how Dallas builds out this class.