Cowboys' NFL Draft: Edge Rushers to Fix Defense

0:00It's April 18, Dallas News Today starts now, AI-powered and ready. The 2026 NFL draft is knocking on the door, and the Dallas Cowboys face huge choices to fix their defense, starting with Ed rusher. Their pass rush tied for the 7th fewest sacks last season, so they need a real disruptor to amp up pressure and stop the run. No telling if the top guys fall to them early, since Dallas picks around number 12. They might grab 2 at the position, or trade into rounds without picks to stockpile talent. Fans and analysts see this as key to turning around a unit that's lag behind, with the Cowboys desperate for speed, power, and motor up front after. Years of middling results. Scouts highlight Miami's Rubin Bane as around one steal, blowing up blocks despite shorter arms. Texas A&M's Cassius Howell brings burst in 11.5 sacks from the same scheme, Dallas runs, while Penn State's Danny Dennis Sutton offers. Well-rounded production with 17 sacks over 2 years.

1:02Guys like Texas Tech's Ramello Height in Ohio State's Caden Curry add depth in mid rounds with explosive jumps and stats giving Dallas options too. Build a fierce rotation no matter how the board shakes out.