Cowboys now staring at obvious draft move after troubling Stephen Jones admission
The Landry Hat • • sports
Key Points:
- The Dallas Cowboys are finalizing preparations for the NFL Draft on April 23, with growing speculation they may trade up from their current No. 12 pick.
- Stephen Jones revealed the team has around 20 first-round grades but has not finalized them, suggesting the Cowboys are still evaluating and might be motivated to move up.
- The 2026 draft class is considered weak, with many potential first-round talents likely sliding to Day 2, making the No. 12 pick less appealing.
- Trading up to picks between No. 6 and No. 9 could allow Dallas to target higher-rated prospects like Ohio State safety Caleb Downs or Miami edge Rueben Bain, though it would likely cost multiple picks.
- There is increasing buzz that the Cowboys will execute a trade up on draft night, fueled by Stephen Jones' candid comments and the perceived depth but lack of elite talent at their current draft position.
