Cowboys Trade Up for Thieneman, Boosting Defense

0:00On March 5th, the Dallas Cowboys are chasing a 6th Super Bowl title to match the New England Patriots and Pittsburgh Steelers. Owner Jerry Jones promoted Brian Shottenheimer to head coach before the 2025 season and the team delivered one of the league's top. Offense is under his play-calling, but the defense dragged them down, finishing dead last and points allowed at 30.1 per game and near the bottom and yard surrendered. They managed just 12 turnovers all year, exposing big gaps in the secondary and run defense. ESPN analyst Jordan Reed predicts Dallas will tray back from the number 12 pick to number 16 in the 2026 draft. That move would bring extra picks from the New York Jets, including a first-rounder, a fourth-round choice, and a seventh-rounder. With the 16th pick, the Cowboys could grab Oregon Safety, Dylan Dynaman, an all-american known for his range, tackling, and turnover skills. He fits perfectly in their too high safety scheme, adding speed and versatility right away.

1:00Landing a playmaker like Thinaman could spark the defense and pair with that strong offense, inching Dallas closer to Super Bowl glory.