One Coach Driving Cowboys' Draft Strategy — And It’s Not Brian Schottenheimer
Summary
The Dallas Cowboys have two first-round picks in the 2026 NFL draft and may trade up to select defensive players to improve their defense. The new defensive coordinator, Christian Parker, will have a major influence on these picks. The Cowboys’ defense struggled last season, giving up the most passing yards and points per game.Key Facts
- The Cowboys have the 12th and 20th picks in the first round of the 2026 NFL draft.
- They might trade up into the top 10 to select Ohio State linebacker Sonny Styles.
- The team wants to improve their defense, ranked 30th last season.
- Christian Parker, the new defensive coordinator, will have a strong say in the draft choices.
- Parker is 34 years old and was hired from the Philadelphia Eagles.
- Last season, Dallas allowed the most passing yards (251.5 per game) and points (30.1 per game) in the NFL.
- Other defensive prospects linked to the Cowboys include Arvell Reese, Rueben Bain Jr., Mansoor Delane, and Jermod McCoy.
- The Cowboys do not pick again until pick number 92 after their two first-round selections.
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