Cowboys Trade Up, Address Linebacker Gap

0:00On April 24th, Cowboys came out swinging on the first night of the 2026 NFL draft, snagging safety Caleb Downs without giving up big, future assets. They also picked up two fourth round selections and wide receiver Malachi Lawrence, making it a solid haul for Dallas right out the gate. Now heading into day two, they've got just one pick at the 90 second spot in the third round, but those extra fourth rounders give them ammo too. Trade up and address more gaps on the roster. Fans and analysts are buzzing about the linebacker position as their top priority, especially pairing someone with the Marbian overshown. The vibe is they might skip trading into the second round and instead grab a vet like Jordan Brooks or Patrick Queen, though names like Jacob. Rodriguez, CJ Allen or Anthony Hill Jr. are still floating for a draft move. Beyond that, they're eyeing death everywhere corners. To back up to Ron Blan in Shavon Revel, another big body on the D line behind Quentin Williams. In Kenny Quark, plus wide outs, tight ends, and offensive line help after losing Brock Hoffman.

1:05With so many options on the board, expect Dallas to wheel and deal on Friday, turning those picks into the pieces that lock down their squad for the long haul.