Caleb Downs knew that coming to the Cowboys was "a good opportunity" when visiting Dallas, and now the opportunity has arrived. He believes he can "do it all" for the Cowboys' secondary at multiple positions. 

Wins and losses always occur during the regular season and playoffs. But if it's possible to win an NFL Draft, it's hard to think the Cowboys won't do that after the addition of Caleb Downs. 

So how much did the defense improve in one night? We asked the staff writers to weigh in. 

Having addressed the defensive secondary by drafting Caleb Downs, the Cowboys used their second pick in the first round on pass rusher Malachi Lawrence.

Looking to continue their defensive rebuild, the Cowboys select Caleb Downs after trading up to grab him in the 2026 NFL Draft.

One way or another, Thursday is expected to have its share of fireworks. Some of the analysts from the Cowboys podcasts have weighed in, giving their predictions for the team's first pick. 

The staff writers of DallasCowboys.com have turned in their picks, revealing their 7-round mock draft, highlighting all eight of the Dallas selections, including two in Thursday's first round. 

It's been 21 years since the Cowboys had two top-20 picks in the NFL Draft. Dallas was in a similar position needing help on defense in 2005, and got it from their two first-rounders, DeMarcus Ware and Marcus Spears. Can history repeat itself for the Cowboys in 2026?

Whether it be before or after the draft, and maybe even moving up or down during it, there is "every kind of trade possible" on the table for the Cowboys going into the first round on Thursday night. 

While the pre-draft press conference usually doesn't provide a lot of fireworks, that changed Wednesday when none other than President Bill Clinton showed up. 

With only 13 college starts under his belt, the best may be yet to come for Tennessee CB Colton Hood. Could he be the next first-round corner for Christian Parker to develop?

The one-and-only annual Cowboys' mock draft from 'No C' has officially arrived — fireworks included. 

After attending last night's Jason Witten Collegiate Man of the Year Award ceremony, Mickey Spagnola found a guy that the Cowboys should seriously look at in the upcoming draft, Texas Tech inside linebacker Jacob Rodriguez.

Ohio State's Sonny Styles made the move from safety to linebacker just two years ago, but brings a unique blend of size and athleticism to the table with production to back it up. 

Former Cowboys great Jason Witten was back in Frisco to present the Collegiate Man of the Year award to one of the best defensive players in college football last year. 

Auburn edge rusher Keldric Faulk may not be a finished NFL product just yet, but has the traits and potential to grow into a strong player for the Cowboys or any other NFL team that drafts him. 

With so much on the line as the Cowboys try to orchestrate a swift turnaround for their defense and team as a whole, they've revamped their approach to possible redshirt picks.

Two of the most iconic players in Cowboys and NFL history will announce Dallas' first-round picks, and there could be fireworks.

New Cowboys defensive coordinator Christian Parker has said that the nickel player in his defense has a lot of roles to fill. Oregon's Dillon Thieneman could be a good match for what Dallas is looking for at the position.

The Cowboys have said this offseason they plan on taking the best player available in the 2026 NFL Draft, even if it's an offensive player. Could that mean they get a player like Ohio State WR Carnell Tate?

Speaking on 105.3 The Fan Tuesday, Cowboys COO/co-owner Stephen Jones gave the latest on where the Cowboys and other NFL teams stand on wide receiver George Pickens. 

When the Dallas Cowboys go on the clock with the 12th- and 20th-overall pick, they know exactly what they're looking for in a player — one major attribute being the ability to change the culture.

Texas Tech edge rusher David Bailey has made a living in opposing backfields getting after the quarterback. If the Cowboys elect to draft him, which may require a trade up, how much of an impact could he make?

With ten days to go until the 2026 NFL Draft, Mock Draft Monday takes a look at who analysts have the Cowboys picking with the 12th and 20th overall picks. 

Miami edge rusher Rueben Bain Jr. fittingly played for a team whose mascot was the Hurricanes, as he could bring havoc to the Cowboys' pass rush if Dallas drafts him.