Veteran draft observers say the Cowboys could become “impatient” if a market for top defenders develops early, potentially pushing Dallas to target a No. 3 overall bonus. The plan would hinge on how teams like the Cardinals and Titans value their spots, with a realistic possibility of Dallas packaging 12 and 20 to move up.
Among the targets cited for a potential move are elite pass rushers. One prominent name discussed is Arvell Reese, who could be in play if the Top-5 landscape shifts. If Reese slides to No. 5, Dallas would face a tempting decision to upgrade a position of need with a premium pick.
Dallas also could stay put and still add impact players, with the duo at Nos. 12 and 20 offering a path to two key contributors. On the offensive side, there’s interest in a wide receiver like Jordyn Tyson, a prospect held in high regard by the Cowboys, should the team opt to move up or remain flexible in the middle of the first round. Some scouts suggest other blue-chip options could be in play if Dallas peels back their risk.
Market dynamics around the Cowboys’ draft plans remain quiet, according to team sources. While staying at 12 and 20 is conceivable, the door remains open for a bold maneuver if the right opportunity emerges and the top defenders begin to come off the board earlier than expected.
With the draft clock ticking, Dallas fans and observers will be watching closely to see whether the club sticks with two mid-first-round picks or pivots to climb into the top five in pursuit of a premier defender or an impact playmaker. The outcome will hinge on how the board unfolds over the next day.
