Cowboys' Draft Picks Could Redefine Roster

0:00On April 6th, the 2026 NFL Draft hits Pittsburgh in less than two weeks, and the Dallas Cowboys are sitting pretty with two first round. Picks for the first time since 2008. After a rough seven wins, nine losses in one tie season capped by their worst defense in franchise history, they desperately need game changers too. Bounce back. Team leaders keep saying they'll grab the best talent available, offense or defense, but mock drafts from ESPN, the athletic and NFL dot com scream, defensive overhaul. Analysts project moves up or back in the draft to stockpile edge rushers like Ruben Bane for Miami or David Bailey from Texas Tech. Fans and experts buzz about how a dominant pass rush could transform that backfield, unlocking the whole unit much like past investments. Names like lineback or sunny styles from Ohio State keep popping up at pick 12 with corners in safety's eye at 20 to fix the secondary holes. Behind Dayron Blend.

1:00A few mocks mix it up by pairing an edge guy early with a big wide out, such as Denzel Boston from Washington later, but the consensus leans heavy on. Stopping power in a draft short on elite defenders. Meanwhile, trade talks swirl for extra juice. As the Cowboys gear up, these picks could redefine their roster watch, how they play it when the boards light up in Pittsburgh.