Dallas is preparing for the start of 2026 OTAs, with most offseason moves already made before training camp. The Cowboys’ roster has changed notably, especially on defense. A key focus is the ranking of top players for the 2026 season, beginning with Tyler Booker, selected in the 2025 first round from Alabama. Booker produced a standout rookie year, starting 14 games and ranking among the league’s best in run blocking. He earned a 76.8 run blocking grade and a 72.0 overall offensive grade, close to Pro Bowl-level performance. He was impactful in running to the right side, allowed only three sacks, and avoided penalties across the final six regular-season games.
"Just a little over a week stands between the Dallas Cowboys and the start of 2026 OTAs. While the offseason has not fully come to an end, Dallas and the other 31 NFL franchises have made almost all of the significant moves they will make before the start of training camp. Dallas' roster looks significantly different from what it did at this time last year, particularly on the defensive side of the ball. With that thought in mind, today we continue our series ranking the top 10 players on the Cowboys roster for the 2026 season."
"As we all know, the Cowboys decided on Tyler Booker out of Alabama. The selection came with a bit of a mixed reaction. Some believed Dallas was investing too much premium capital in the offensive line with other positions of need, but others were thrilled about Booker's NFL projection and what he could add to the Cowboys' offense. Flash forward a year, and those who were excited about the Booker pick are looking very right. The Alabama product had a fantastic rookie year, starting 14 games and looking like the next potential star at right guard."
"Booker finished the year with the seventh-highest ( 76.8) run blocking grade in the league, and his 72.0 overall offensive grade was just a little over one point behind Pro-Bowler Tyler Smith ( 73.5). Booker was a force to be reckoned with in the run game and made a clear impact on Dallas' ability to run the ball to the right side. While pass protection was not as strong as his work in the run game, Booker was nothing close to a liability. The rookie allowed only three sacks and went five of the final six games of the regular season without being called for a penalty."
"After such a great start to his NFL career, expectations are sky high for Booker in year two. With Tyler Smith alread"
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