Saban's Draft Drama: Cowboys' Lawrence Pick

On April 26, the Dallas Cowboy scored big in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft by

snagging Caleb Downs after the top 10 picks. That was a massive steal for Jerry Jones and the crew.

But their next move at number 23, grabbing UCF-Y receiver Malachi Lawrence,

raised some eyebrows right away. Earlier this week, Draft Knight got spicy when even Nick

Saven let slip his real thoughts on the pick. He called it a reach before realizing he was live

on air, sparking instant buzz among fans and analysts. Saven quickly flipped the script,

praising Lawrence as a solid player he had overlooked himself. Reactions poured in,

with plenty debating if the Cowboys jumped the gun when better options might have been there.

It's classic draft drama, where experts break down tape and stas to call these moves.

Analysts like Saven do their job by being honest, even if it stings at first. Nothing wrong with

noting a reach as long as they keep a respectful. Draft boards are full of surprises,

from late gems to early busts. In the end, if Lawrence lights it up on the field,

all the chatter fades fast, and the Cowboys look like geniuses for betting on him.