Key 2026 NFL Combine Dates Dallas Cowboys Must Watch

Throughout the four days of on-field drills and workouts, players will compete in the 40-yard dash, vertical jump, broad jump, three-cone drill, 20-yard shuttle, 60-yard shuttle, bench press, and position-specific drills.

When you look at the team's biggest needs, expect Dallas to have a heavy focus and interest on prospects at linebacker, safety, cornerback, and defensive end. The Cowboys need help on all three levels of the defense, so it's no surprise that the team will be eyeing prospects at every position who can step in and potentially contribute from day one.

The Scouting Combine will air on the NFL Network throughout the week, with live streaming available on NFL+.

A full look at the workout schedule and media availability for each positional group can be seen below.

2026 NFL Combine On-Field Workout Schedule

• Thursday, Feb. 26: kickers, defensive linemen, and linebackers
• Friday, Feb. 27: tight ends, cornerbacks, and safeties
• Saturday, Feb. 28: quarterbacks, wide receivers, and running backs
• Sunday, March 1: offensive linemen

* Biggest team needs in bold

Media Availability

• Wednesday, Feb. 25: kickers, defensive linemen, and linebackers
• Thursday, Feb. 26: tight ends, cornerbacks, and safeties
• Friday, Feb. 27: quarterbacks, wide receivers, and running backs
• Saturday, Feb. 28: offensive linemen

The 2026 NFL Draft will be held in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, from Thursday, April 23, through Saturday, April 25.