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Updated · Arrowhead Addict · Apr 22
Cowboys Eye Defensive Overhaul in 2026 NFL Draft with Bold First-Round Moves
Updated
Updated · Arrowhead Addict · Apr 22

Cowboys Eye Defensive Overhaul in 2026 NFL Draft with Bold First-Round Moves

52 articles · Updated · Arrowhead Addict · Apr 22
  • The Dallas Cowboys are preparing for a defense-focused 2026 NFL Draft, with expectations of trading up in the first round.
  • ESPN's Peter Schrager predicts the Cowboys will trade up to select LSU cornerback Mansoor Delane and UCF edge rusher Malachi Lawrence.
  • The defensive overhaul follows two poor seasons and a scheme change under new coordinator Christian Parker, aiming to revitalize the team’s performance.
Could trading George Pickens on draft night be the fastest way to fix the Cowboys' defense?
Will Jerry Jones override his disciplined front office if a top defender falls within reach?
Should the Cowboys trade down to exploit their proven success in finding mid-round draft gems?
Is Dallas's hesitation to pay George Pickens smart asset management or a franchise-altering mistake?
Has Jaxon Smith-Njigba’s record deal made star receivers like George Pickens impossible to afford?