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Dallas Cowboys News / Inside The Star / April 9

Cowboys biggest decision heading into the NFL Draft

As we inch closer to the NFL draft, the Dallas Cowboys still have some work to do on the defensive side of the ball, and it seems they want to use the draft to solve most of those problems.

Dallas Cowboys News / Athlon Sports / April 9

10 Worst Draft Picks in Dallas Cowboys History

When going through every NFL team’s biggest draft bust ever, plenty of clubs have fared worse than the Dallas Cowboys over the years. After all, this is a franchise that had Pro Football Hall of Famer Gil Brandt running its draft room for decades, followed by Hall of Fame coach Jimmy Johnson.

Dallas Cowboys News / NFL on ClutchPoints / April 8

3 reasons Caleb Downs would be perfect Cowboys fit in 2026 NFL Draft

The Dallas Cowboys had one of the best offenses in the NFL in 2025, but they also had one of the worst defenses. That weakness ultimately cost them a spot in the playoffs and a chance to catch the Philadelphia Eagles at the top of the NFC East, but it is something that Dallas is certainly looking to address this offseason.

Stephon Gilmore News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'NFL Defensive Players of the Year' quiz

The AP has awarded its Defensive Player of the Year Award to the NFL's most outstanding defender since 1971. How many of the NFL DPOYs can you name in six minutes?

The 'Most INT's in a first NFL start' quiz

The '2024-25 NFL interceptions leaders' quiz

The 'Longest NFL receptions of 2025' quiz

Donovan Ezeiruaku News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / April 8

Cowboys Donovan Ezeiruaku Number Change Hints at Veteran’s Fate

Now entering his second season in the NFL, Donovan Ezeiruaku is set to wear a new number. During his rookie season with the Dallas Cowboys, Ezeiruaku wore No.

NFL News / Yardbarker

First-round NFL mock draft: Mendoza goes No.1, then who?

Teams are finalizing their Big Boards with much of NFL free agency in the rearview mirror. There's a look at the least first-round mock draft as of April 8, 2026.

Fernando Mendoza makes an emotional decision about NFL Draft

NFL Draft intel: Carnell Tate's stock soaring, David Bailey-Arvell Reese debate, Sonny Styles-Fred Warner comps

Steelers are showing interest in a small-school standout who could turn out to be a hidden gem at wide receiver in Pittsburgh

Steelers' potential 2026 NFL Draft plans contradict claims about QB Will Howard

Arm length concerns surrounding Miami DE Rueben Bain Jr. may work in Cowboys' favor during 2026 NFL Draft

Jets coaches reportedly 'loved' this quarterback prospect after meeting him

Dallas Cowboys News / A to Z Sports / April 8

Buying or selling? 5 Dallas Cowboys draft rumors that could define how they approach their two first-round picks

It’s smokes and mirrors season in the NFL with the draft only a couple of weeks away. We’re buying or selling stock on some of the rumors that could impact the Dallas Cowboys’ first-round plans.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / April 8

2 Cowboys EDGE Targets in 2026 NFL Draft Have Big Difference With Same Shortcoming

The Dallas Cowboys have multiple edge rushers they can target in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft, and two of them have the same concern. Those two edge rushers are Miami's Rueben Bain and Texas A&M's Cashius Howell, and their concern has to do with their short arms.

Dak Prescott News / Athlon Sports / April 8

Cowboys Legend Defends Dak Prescott After Tough NFL Season

The Dallas Cowboys faced another frustrating season in 2025-26, finishing 7-9-1, but franchise legend Emmitt Smith has stepped forward to defend Dak Prescott.

Dallas Cowboys News / Gridiron Heroics / April 8

Dallas Cowboys Named as Ideal Landing Spot for 1-Time Super Bowl Champion

Bobby Wagner and the Dallas Cowboys have been linked together as a potential fit as the veteran linebacker continues to draw interest around the league.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / April 8

Cowboys Met With ‘Explosive’ South Carolina CB During Pre-Draft Visit

After surrendering a league-worst 4,276 yards through the air in 2025, the Dallas Cowboys have been focused on improving their secondary. They hired a defensive coordinator in Christian Parker, who made a name for himself as a defensive backs coach.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / April 8

NFL analyst mocks quarterback scenario to the Dallas Cowboys that would make plenty of sense in the draft

The Dallas Cowboys are focusing on defense in the 2026 NFL Draft. But on Day 3, everything goes, and picking a quarterback would sure make sense. A national analyst just pinpointed a potential target.

NFL News / Yardbarker

2026 NFL Draft: Small-school prospects who will make a big impact

NFL prospects from major programs get most of the attention, but there are numerous examples of players drafted from small schools who have become difference-makers.

2026 NFL Draft: 25 prospects who are diamonds in the rough

2026 NFL Draft: 20 famous names who won't be drafted until the later rounds

NFL Draft: Fernando Mendoza’s big issue among latest intel

Penn State's Drew Allar sends message to teams ahead of NFL Draft

NFL GM makes prediction about Giants, Caleb Downs draft rumors

Jerry Jones News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / April 8

Cowboys' Jerry Jones Isn't Closing the Door on Anything Ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft

When it comes to the most interesting teams in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft, the Dallas Cowboys are one of them. Along with the New York Jets,

George Pickens News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / April 8

Dallas Cowboys Star Labeled Trade Candidate and Named Ideal Fit for Chargers

Until the Dallas Cowboys sign George Pickens to a long-term deal, the chance remains that he could get traded. At this point, it doesn't look like the Cowboys and Pickens are any closer to a deal than when they slapped the franchise tag on him during the month of February.

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Miami Hurricanes News / Yardbarker / April 8

Arm length concerns surrounding Miami DE Rueben Bain Jr. may work in Cowboys' favor during 2026 NFL Draft

Perhaps the Dallas Cowboys won't have to trade up in the 2026 NFL Draft (scheduled April 23-25 in Pittsburgh) to land a top pass-rusher.

Cowboys named among best landing spots for five-time All-Pro, Super Bowl champion WR

The 'All-time sack leader by NFL team' quiz

Dallas Cowboys News / A to Z Sports / April 8

‘They’re just not doing it’ – Dallas Cowboys insider shuts down popular first-round scenario ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft

There are a lot of avenues the Dallas Cowboys can take in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft. But insiders keep ruling one out, and it involves one of the top cornerback prospects.

Jadeveon Clowney News / Yardbarker / April 8

Ravens have an obvious target to help Jesse Minter's pass rush

The Ravens could still use some pass rush help and there is a prime candidate available.

Ravens backed themselves into a corner with Lamar Jackson

NFL Draft 2026: Baltimore Ravens could add elite weapon for Lamar Jackson

The 'Non-QB's taken first overall in the NFL draft' quiz

Dallas Cowboys News / 5 GOATs / April 8

George Pickens contract negotiations: Emmitt Smith tells Cowboys WR to sign franchise tag for 2026

Back in February, the Dallas Cowboys placed the non-exclusive franchise tag on Pro Bowl wide receiver George Pickens. The two sides have until July 15 to work out a new contract, or Pickens must play the 2026 season on a one-year deal worth $27.298 million.

Dallas Cowboys News / Inside The Star / April 8

Don’t sleep on these players before the NFL Draft

The NFL draft is just about two weeks away, and as you can see, our site is mainly filled with draft content as of late. As you should know by now, the

Dallas Cowboys News / Inside The Star / April 8

Cowboys secondary is crowded, but not good enough

As I was looking over the Dallas Cowboys depth chart before the draft gets here in just a couple of weeks, I was clearly looking at the biggest weaknesses that the team has and all of them are on defense.

Dallas Cowboys News / Football Analysis / April 8

Cowboys’ $136M Star Tells Jerry Jones ‘I Don’t Care’ If Pickens Gets More—Then $42M Reset Hits

CeeDee Lamb looked a camera in the eye during Pro Bowl week and said something no analyst predicted: “Nah, I don’t care about that. I just want my man to get what he deserves.” That man is George Pickens, sitting on a $27.298 million franchise tag after posting 93 catches, 1,429 yards, and nine touchdowns.

NFL News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / April 7