Cowboys survey: Draft grades for the 1st round of 2026
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Cowboys survey: Draft grades for the 1st round of 2026
"The Cowboys traded up one spot with the Miami Dolphins for the rights to Caleb Downs, giving up a couple of fifth-round picks in that exchange."
"Later they traded back from pick number 20, down three spots to 23 after swinging a deal with the Philadelphia Eagles, gaining a pair of fourth-round picks."
"They chose EDGE Malachi Lawrence at pick 23, filling a big need at pass rush, while Downs was a player the team had coveted for a while."
The Dallas Cowboys made strategic moves in the 2026 draft, trading up with the Miami Dolphins to select Caleb Downs and giving up two fifth-round picks. They later traded down from the 20th pick to the 23rd with the Philadelphia Eagles, gaining two fourth-round picks. The Cowboys chose EDGE Malachi Lawrence at pick 23, addressing a significant need for pass rush. Downs was a highly desired player for the team, indicating a focused approach to their draft strategy.
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