The Dallas Cowboys could reinforce their defense through the 2026 NFL Draft.
has an opportunity to follow a similar path. It'll take a little bit of luck and successful execution to get there. The 2026 NFL Draft logo at the Super Bowl LX Experience at the Moscone Center. | Kirby Lee-Imagn Images The main area where the Cowboys are lacking is on the defensive side of the ball.
Following a porous campaign, theDec 31, 2025; Arlington, TX, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes safety Caleb Downs gets into position during the 2025 Cotton Bowl and quarterfinal game of the College Football Playoff at AT&T Stadium. | Jerome Miron-Imagn Images As of now, the Cowboys have a pair of first-round picks to work with in April. Dallas has its own selection at No. 12 and also holds No. 20, courtesy of the Micah Parsons to Green Bay deal. Owner Jerry Jones has previously discussed his idea to utilize both of those picks on defense. That's probably the most likely juncture unless something changes drastically in free agency., the Cowboys land two of the top prospects in the field, tabbing Ohio State safety Caleb Downs at No. 12 and Auburn defensive end Keldric Faulk at No. 20. Downs is arguably the most talented player available, a proven product who helped guide the Buckeyes to consecutive College Football Playoff berths and a National Championship. Auburn Tigers defensive end Keldric Faulk blitzes against the Ball State Cardinals at Jordan-Hare Stadium | Jake Crandall/ Advertiser / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images "The Cowboys were a disaster on defense, if only they could've had one of the league's best pass rushers. Oh well, they have to live with that mistake," Klatt wrote. "But they can address their defensive needs by getting the player who I feel is the safest pick waiting to happen. Caleb Downs is an All-Pro waiting in the wings." "He's the smartest defender I've ever covered in college football. He can do everything. We called him the Swiss Army Knife because of that," Klatt added. "He is incredible over the middle of the field. He can rush the passer. He's excellent in the run fit. He's tremendous in the slot. Downs should get picked higher than this, but the positional value might hurt him a bit." While Faulk is certainly more of a project, he has a few tantalizing tools. Faulk started in his final two years with the Tigers, competing in the most talented conference in the country. "The Cowboys could afford to double up on defense with their two first-round picks," Klatt wrote. "The trade of Micah Parsons left a sizable hole in terms of pass rush. Faulk is versatile and explosive, so I think he could get the job done. These two picks might turn Dallas' defense around."2027 Super Bowl Odds for Every NFL Team New Cowboys 2026 Mock Draft Takes Wild Turn With Shock WR Pick in Round 1
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