Cowboys' Mock Draft: Trades, Talent, and Defensive Upgrades

0:00On March 25, fans are buzzing about a clever mock draft for the Dallas Cowboys shared on Twitter by D Price. In this scenario, the team trades up from their 12th overall pick to 8th, with New Orleans, giving just a future 2027 third round. Pick. That lands them sunny styles, the Ohio State Linebacker, Mini-Rank as a top 6 talent and an instant starter. At 20th overall, they stay put and grab a keen messador. The Miami Edge Russia projected as a top 15 to 19 player. He could rotate in right away, adding speed off the edge, despite some inconsistency in his college tape. Things heat up in the third round, with another small trade-off for Texas cornerback Malik Muhammad. This speedy defender ran a 4.440 at the combine, with a 39-inch vertical and gave up just one touchdown last season. Dane Bruegler ranks him around 90th overall, so it's solid value. Day 3 brings TCU Safety But Clark at pick 112.

1:00Another value steal ranked just ahead by Bruegler. Later rounds fill out with prospects like Houston tied in Tanner Kozio, Cincinnati-wide receiver Jeff Codwell, and Indiana running back Roman. Hymbe. The hose prefers holding at 12 for LSU cornerback, Mansor Delane, especially with his upcoming pro-day visit from Cowboys Scouts. Either way, a little trading and luck could solve key defensive needs without big reaches. Setting up an exciting real draft in April.