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Dallas Cowboys 2022 Draft Picks

DRAFT TRACKER
Round 1 • Pick 26 (26) • DT Mazi Smith
Round 2 • Pick 27 (58) • TE Luke Schoonmaker
Round 3 • Pick 27 (90) • LB DeMarvion Overshown
Round 4 • Pick 27 (129) • DE Viliami Fehoko Jr.
Round 5 • Pick 34 (169) • OT Asim Richards
Round 6 • Pick 1 (178) • CB Eric Scott Jr.
Round 6 • Pick 35 (212) • RB Deuce Vaughn
Round 7 • Pick 27 (244) • WR Jalen Brooks
FULL DRAFT TRACKER
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Featured Draft Content

The Cowboys completed the NFL Draft, taking nine players, including six on Day 3. If there’s a theme to the entire class, it’s the fact they definitely got bigger, especially on the line.
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Cowboys Standing "Tall" With This 2022 Draft Class

The Cowboys completed the NFL Draft, taking nine players, including six on Day 3. If there’s a theme to the entire class, it’s the fact they definitely got bigger, especially on the line.
Here is the beauty of the past three days.
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Spagnola: The Draft Pick Cowboys Most Needed

Here is the beauty of the past three days.
The Cowboys addressed several needs with their nine draft picks over the past three days, but they also found plenty of value according to their own draft board.
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Notes: Draft Grades, Damone Clark's Injury & More

The Cowboys addressed several needs with their nine draft picks over the past three days, but they also found plenty of value according to their own draft board.
Here’s what the Cowboys had to say about the 2022 Draft class.
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What They're Saying About The 9 Draft Picks

Here’s what the Cowboys had to say about the 2022 Draft class. 

OL | Tyler Smith

From the criticism of the pick to the legacy of Larry Allen, Tyler Smith is not daunted by the outside noise surrounding his selection by the Cowboys a No. 24 overall.

1st Round | OL Tyler Smith

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Eatman: Tyler Smith Could Be A "Now & Later" Pick

The Cowboys found a player who helps them right away at guard, and perhaps at left tackle down the road.
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Inside Access: Tyler Smith's First Day | 2022

Recap first-round pick Tyler Smith's first day as a Dallas Cowboy presented by Miller Lite.
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Tyler Smith Draft Day Conference Call | 2022

Listen to a conference call with new Cowboys OL Tyler Smith as he meets with the media for the first time.
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Tyler Smith Undaunted By Larry Allen's Legacy

From the criticism of the pick to the legacy of Larry Allen, Tyler Smith is not daunted by the outside noise surrounding his selection by the Cowboys a No. 24 overall.
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Draft Show Interview: Tyler Smith | 2022

1st round draft pick OL Tyler Smith joins the Draft Show following his selection in the 2022 NFL Draft.
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How 1st-Rounder Tyler Smith Fits Into O-Line Plans

The Cowboys addressed an immediate need on the offensive line, drafting former Tulsa tackle Tyler Smith at No. 24. How does Smith fit into the O-Line plans? Let's take a closer look.
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Inside Access: Tyler Smith Arrives | 2022

Go behind the scenes on the Cowboys bus as first-round pick Tyler Smith heads to The Star for the first time.
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Why Tyler Smith Could Be Left Tackle Of The Future

The Cowboys believe Tyron Smith has plenty left in the tank, but first-round draft pick Tyler Smith -- who just turned 21 three weeks ago -- might be his eventual successor.
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Secret Audio: Tyler Smith | 2022

Listen to the exclusive audio of the call from the Cowboys to OL Tyler Smith, the first selection by the Cowboys in the 2022 NFL Draft.
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Fixing Flag Issues A Focus For Tyler Smith

What a surreal bit of synergy this turned out to be, as the dialogue in 2022 is picking up where 2021 left off: a discussion about penalties.
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Cowboys Select Tyler Smith with No. 24 Pick

The Dallas Cowboys select Tulsa Golden Hurricane offensive tackle Tyler Smith in Round 1 of the 2022 NFL Draft with the No. 24 overall pick.
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Possible Pick: Tulsa's Smith Has Guard-Tackle Flex

The Cowboys need guard help right away, but could use a tackle for the future. A player like Tulsa's Tyler Smith could fix both needs. 

2nd Round | EDGE Sam Williams

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How Sam Williams Will Fit Into Dan Quinn's System

The Cowboys have picked their first defensive player of the 2022 NFL Draft, taking Ole Miss edge rusher Sam Williams, who set a school record in sacks last year.
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Sam Williams Draft Day Conference Call | 2022

Listen to a conference call with new Cowboys EDGE Sam Williams as he meets with the media for the first time.
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Draft Show: Sam Williams Interview | 2022

2nd round draft pick EDGE Sam Williams joins the Draft Show following his selection in the 2022 NFL Draft.
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Cowboys Select Sam Williams with No. 56 Pick

The Dallas Cowboys select Ole Miss edge Sam Williams in Round 2 of the 2022 NFL Draft with the No. 56 overall pick.
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Possible Pick: How High Does Sam Williams Go?

If the Cowboys can't find an edge rusher in the first round of the draft, Ole Miss defensive end Sam Williams could present an intriguing option on Day 2.

3rd Round | WR Jalen Tolbert

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How Jalen Tolbert Could Have Instant Impact At WR

The Cowboys drafted WR Jalen Tolbert in the third round with the 88thoverall pick. Here's why the former South Alabama star could have an instant impact in the passing game.
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Jalen Tolbert Draft Day Conference Call | 2022

Listen to a conference call with new Cowboys WR Jalen Tolbert as he meets with the media for the first time.
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Draft Show: Jalen Tolbert Interview | 2022

3rd round draft pick WR Jalen Tolbert joins the Draft Show following his selection in the 2022 NFL Draft.
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Secret Audio: Jalen Tolbert | 2022

Listen to the exclusive audio of the call from the Cowboys to WR Jalen Tolbert, the third selection by the Cowboys in the 2022 NFL Draft.
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Cowboys Select Jalen Tolbert with No. 88 Pick

Dallas Cowboys select South Alabama Jaguars wide receiver Jalen Tolbert in Round 3 of the 2022 NFL Draft with the No. 88 overall pick.

4th Round | Jake Ferguson

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4th-Round Pick Jake Ferguson Bolsters TE Depth

A full breakdown of the Cowboys' fourth-round draft pick (No. 129 overall) Saturday.
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Jake Ferguson Draft Day Conference Call | 2022

Listen to a conference call with new Cowboys TE Jake Ferguson as he meets with the media for the first time.
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Draft Show: Jake Ferguson Interview | 2022

4th round draft pick TE Jake Ferguson joins the Draft Show following his selection in the 2022 NFL Draft.
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Secret Audio: Jake Ferguson | 2022

Listen to the exclusive audio of the call from the Cowboys to TE Jake Ferguson, the fourth selection by the Cowboys in the 2022 NFL Draft.
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Cowboys Select Jake Ferguson with No. 129 Pick

The Dallas Cowboys select Wisconsin Badgers tight end Jake Ferguson in Round 4 of the 2022 NFL Draft with the No. 129 overall pick.

5th Round | Matt Waletzko

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Clark, Ridgeway Highlight Four 5th-Round Picks 

Breaking down all four Cowboys fifth-round draft picks on Saturday.
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Matt Waletzko Draft Day Conference Call | 2022

Listen to a conference call with new Cowboys OT Matt Waletzko as he meets with the media for the first time.
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Secret Audio: Matt Waletzko | 2022

Listen to the exclusive audio of the call from the Cowboys to OT Matt Waletzko, the fifth selection by the Cowboys in the 2022 NFL Draft.
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Cowboys Select Matt Waletzko with No. 155 Pick

The Dallas Cowboys select north Dakota Fighting Hawks offensive tackle Matt Waletzko in Round 5 of the 2022 NFL Draft with the No. 155 overall pick [via a trade with the Cleveland Browns].

5th Round | DaRon Bland

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Clark, Ridgeway Highlight Four 5th-Round Picks 

Breaking down all four Cowboys fifth-round draft picks on Saturday.
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DaRon Bland Draft Day Conference Call | 2022

Listen to a conference call with new Cowboys CB DaRon Bland as he meets with the media for the first time.
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Draft Show: DaRon Bland Interview | 2022

5th round draft pick CB Daron Bland joins the Draft Show following his selection in the 2022 NFL Draft.
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Secret Audio: DaRon Bland | 2022

Listen to the exclusive audio of the call from the Cowboys to CB DaRon Bland, the fifth selection by the Cowboys in the 2022 NFL Draft.
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Cowboys Select DaRon Bland with No. 167 Pick

The Dallas Cowboys select Fresno State cornerback DaRon Bland in Round 5 of the 2022 NFL Draft with the No. 167 overall pick.

5th Round | Damone Clark

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Clark, Ridgeway Highlight Four 5th-Round Picks 

Breaking down all four Cowboys fifth-round draft picks on Saturday.
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Damone Clark Draft Day Conference Call | 2022

Listen to a conference call with new Cowboys LB Damone Clark as he meets with the media for the first time.
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Secret Audio: Damone Clark | 2022

Listen to the exclusive audio of the call from the Cowboys to LB Damone Clark, the fifth selection by the Cowboys in the 2022 NFL Draft.
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Cowboys Select Damone Clark with No. 176 Pick

The Dallas Cowboys select LSU Tigers linebacker Damone Clarke in Round 5 of the 2022 NFL Draft with the No. 176 overall pick.

5th Round | John Ridgeway

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Clark, Ridgeway Highlight Four 5th-Round Picks 

Breaking down all four Cowboys fifth-round draft picks on Saturday.
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Draft Show: John Ridgeway Interview | 2022

5th round draft pick DT John Ridgeway joins the Draft Show following his selection in the 2022 NFL Draft.
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Secret Audio: John Ridgeway | 2022

Listen to the exclusive audio of the call from the Cowboys to DT John Ridgeway, the fifth selection by the Cowboys in the 2022 NFL Draft.
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Cowboys Select John Ridgeway with No. 178 Pick

The Dallas Cowboys select Arkansas Razorbacks defensive tackle John Ridgeway in Round 5 of the 2022 NFL Draft with the No. 178 overall pick.

6th Round | Devin Harper

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Cowboys Add LB Depth In 6th Round With Harper

A full breakdown of the Cowboys' sixth-round draft pick (No. 193rd overall) on Saturday.
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Devin Harper Draft Day Conference Call | 2022

Listen to a conference call with new Cowboys LB Devin Harper as he meets with the media for the first time.
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Draft Show: Devin Harper Interview | 2022

6th round draft pick LB Devin Harper joins the Draft Show following his selection in the 2022 NFL Draft.
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Secret Audio: Devin Harper | 2022

Listen to the exclusive audio of the call from the Cowboys to LB Devin Harper, the sixth selection by the Cowboys in the 2022 NFL Draft.
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Cowboys Select Devin Harper with No. 193 Pick

The Dallas Cowboys select Oklahoma St. Cowboys linebacker Devin Harper in Round 6 of the 2022 NFL Draft with the No. 193 overall pick [via a trade with the Cleveland Browns].

Dallas Cowboys 2022 Draft Picks

Round 1

Mazi Smith headShot
Pick 26 (26)

Mazi Smith

DT Michigan
Smith was a four-star, top-50 recruit and a two-time all-state pick at East Kentwood High School in Michigan before arriving in Ann Arbor. He played in two games during his redshirt season (no statistics) and then in five contests off the bench in 2020 (three tackles, one for loss). Smith started all 14 games in 2021, garnering honorable mention All-Big Ten Conference notice (37 tackles, 2.5 for loss, four pass breakups). He was a first-team All-Big Ten pick in 2022 (48 tackles, 2.5 for loss in 14 starts). In October, he was stopped by police for speeding and was arrested for possessing a concealed weapon without a valid license to carry one. Smith later told reporters he was in the process of completing the paperwork to acquire the proper permit when he was stopped by police. He pleaded guilty to a misdemeanor and was sentenced to probation. Smith's grandfather, Carl, started a Black freedom movement newspaper called "The Organizer" in the 1960s and eventually worked for the Michigan Department of Civil Rights. His mother's first cousin, Sekou Smith, was a long-time ESPN NBA writer before passing away in 2021. -- by Chad Reuter

Round 2

Luke Schoonmaker headShot
Pick 27 (58)

Luke Schoonmaker

TE Michigan

Schoonmaker redshirted in 2018 (playing in one game) and then played in 11 contests as a reserve the following campaign (2-54-27.0, one TD). A reserve again in 2020 (no catches in six games), Schoonmaker started 10 of 14 games played in 2021 (17-165-9.7), scoring three times to garner honorable mention All-Big Ten Conference honors. He was a third-team pick in 2022, starting 11 of 12 games played (35-418-11.9, three TDs) and missing two games due to injury. -- by Chad Reuter

Round 3

DeMarvion Overshown headShot
Pick 27 (90)

DeMarvion Overshown

LB Texas

Overshown was a top 50 overall recruit nationally from Arp, Texas, playing in nine games his true freshman season (one tackle). He missed four games due to injury in 2019 but still collected seven tackles for loss in eight appearances (18 total tackles, one interception, three pass breakups). Overshown switched from safety to linebacker for the 2020 season, garnering honorable mention All-Big 12 accolades by recording 60 tackles, eight for loss with one sack, forcing two fumbles and tying for the team lead with seven pass breakups. He was an honorable mention pick again in 2021 (team-high 74 tackles, 5.5 for loss with two sacks, two pass breakups, blocked kick in 10 starts) even though he missed time due to injury. Staying healthy for 12 games with 11 starts in 2022, Overshown was a first-team all-conference selection as a senior, posting 96 tackles, 10 for loss with four sacks and five pass breakups. -- by Chad Reuter

Round 4

Viliami Fehoko Jr. headShot
Pick 27 (129)

Viliami Fehoko Jr.

DE San Jose State
Fehoko is a second cousin of Tampa Bay Buccaneers defensive tackle Vita Vea. After his honorable mention All-San Francisco Metro senior season at Saint Francis High School, Fehoko redshirted his first year with the Spartans, playing in four contests as a reserve (five tackles). Fehoko started 11 of 12 games played the following season (44 tackles, three for loss with one sack, four pass breakups). He broke out in 2020, garnering first-team All-Mountain West notice with a team-high 12.5 tackles for loss and six sacks among 36 total stops in eight starts. He again earned the honor in 2021 after leading the team with 12.5 tackles for loss, seven sacks (among 36 total tackles) and three forced fumbles in 12 starts. Fehoko stepped up his game again in 2022, being named the Mountain West Defensive Player of the Year and earning his third first-team nod by accumulating 19 tackles for loss (tying for sixth in the FBS), nine sacks, 69 tackles and two forced fumbles in 12 starts. -- by Chad Reuter

Round 5

Asim Richards headShot
Pick 34 (169)

Asim Richards

OT North Carolina
Compensatory Selection

Richards was a three-star prospect who starred as a tight end and defensive end at The Haverford School in Pennsylvania before signing with North Carolina. He played in nine games as a reserve and on special teams in 2019 and then moved into the starting lineup for 11 of 12 appearances at left tackle as a sophomore. Richards started all 13 games at left tackle in 2021 and all 14 games at that spot in 2022 to garner third-team All-ACC accolades. -- by Chad Reuter

Round 6

Eric Scott Jr. headShot
Pick 1 (178)

Eric Scott Jr.

CB Southern Mississippi
6-0 197 LBS
From Bears through Dolphins and Chiefs
Scott signed with Illinois State out of Basehor-Linwood High School in Kansas, playing in four games (two tackles) as a redshirt freshman in 2018 before transferring to Butler College for 2019 (two interceptions in 11 games). Arriving at Southern Miss for 2020, Scott started five of nine games played (31 tackles, one interception, five pass breakups). He started 11 games in 2021 (20 tackles, two interceptions, two pass breakups in 12 appearances) and 2022 (27 tackles, two for loss, five pass breakups), when he returned both of his interceptions for scores. -- by Chad Reuter
Deuce Vaughn headShot
Pick 35 (212)

Deuce Vaughn

RB Kansas State
Compensatory Selection
Vaughn’s father, Chris, is the assistant director of college scouting for the Dallas Cowboys. Vaughn starred at Cedar Ridge High School in Texas before heading to Kansas State. He made an immediate impact, receiving Freshman All-American honors and the Big 12 Offensive Freshman of the Year award after leading the Wildcats with 642 rushing yards (123 carries, 5.2 per, seven TDs) and 434 receiving yards (25 receptions, 17.4 per, two TDs). He also returned kicks as a freshman (7-145-20.7) but did not as a sophomore, when he carried the load on offense. Vaughn ranked ninth in the FBS with 1,404 rushing yards (235 carries, 6.0 per) and tied for eighth with 18 rushing scores. He also led KSU with 49 receptions (468 yards, 9.6 per, four TDs) while starting all 13 games, earning first-team Associated Press All-American honors as an all-purpose player and second-team All-Big 12 Conference accolades as a running back. He repeated those honors in 2022, ranking eighth in the FBS with 1,558 yards (293 carries, 5.3 per) while scoring nine touchdowns on the ground. Vaughn led the FBS with 1,936 all-purpose yards (42-378-9.0, three TDs receiving) over 14 starts. -- by Chad Reuter

Round 7

Jalen Brooks headShot
Pick 27 (244)

Jalen Brooks

WR South Carolina

Brooks began his collegiate career at Wingate University in 2018, scoring four times in 12 games played (17-297-17.5 receiving) as a true freshman. The former Hickory Ridge High School (N.C.) star started 11 of 12 appearances in 2019 (35-751-21.5, six TDs) before transferring to Tarleton State the following semester. He never played for Tarleton, transferring again to South Carolina for the 2020 season, but the NCAA did not grant him eligibility until the fifth game of the year. Brooks started four of six games played that season (11-100-9.1) and the first six games of 2021 (14-181-12.9, one TD) before leaving the program for personal reasons. He returned to the team in the summer of 2022 and ended up starting 12 games for the Gamecocks (33-504-15.3, one TD receiving; 4-51-12.8, one TD rushing) but did not play in the Gator Bowl against Notre Dame because of what South Carolina coach Shane Beamer described as an off-field issue. -- by Chad Reuter

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Draft Show: Final Thoughts from the 2023 NFL Draft

What positions were addressed the most during last weekend's NFL Draft? And who does the crew believe will be the Cowboys Rookie of the Year?
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Draft Show Interview: Jalen Brooks | 2023

7th round draft pick WR Jalen Brooks joins the Draft Show following his selection in the 2023 NFL Draft.
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Draft Show Interview: Eric Scott Jr. | 2023

5th round draft pick CB Eric Scott Jr. joins the Draft Show following his selection in the 2023 NFL Draft.
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Draft Show Interview: Asim Richards | 2023

5th round draft pick OL Asim Richards joins the Draft Show following his selection in the 2023 NFL Draft.
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Draft Show Interview: Viliami Fehoko Jr. | 2023

4th round draft pick DE Viliami Fehoko Jr. joins the Draft Show following his selection in the 2023 NFL Draft.
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Draft Show: Mission Accomplished

The 2023 NFL has come to an end, and the Draft Show crew takes you all the way across the finish line with an emotional 6th round selection by the Dallas Cowboys.
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Draft Show Interview: Deuce Vaughn | 2023

6th round draft pick RB Deuce Vaughn joins the Draft Show following his selection in the 2023 NFL Draft.
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Draft Show Interview: Scout Justin Stucky | 2023

Dallas Cowboys college scouting Justin Stucky joins the Draft Show to share his thoughts on 2023 NFL Draft and more.
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Draft Show Interview: Scout Brett Maxie II | 2023

Dallas Cowboys college scouting Brett Maxie joins the Draft Show to share his thoughts on 2023 NFL Draft and more.
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UDFA Profile: James Empey Brings Veteran Mindset

Over the next weeks, Dallascowboys.com dives deeper into the talented group of undrafted rookies that will battle for a roster spot this offseason.
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How Damone Clark's Approach Will Help His Rehab

Throughout the draft process, the Cowboys were impressed by Damone Clark's "all business" demeanor. That approach just may pay dividends as the rookie works his way back from neck surgery.
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UDFA Profile: Does Lindstrom Add Depth at Center?

Over the next weeks, Dallascowboys.com dives deeper into the talented group of undrafted rookies that will battle for a roster spot this offseason.
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DaRon Bland Stepping Into A Promising Situation

It might not be the splashiest pick of draft weekend, but the Cowboys' addition of DaRon Bland in the fifth round gives them another long, intriguing cornerback to develop.
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UDFA Profile: Hansford Has Range & Athleticism

Over the next few days, Dallascowboys.com dives deeper into the talented group of undrafted rookies that will battle for a roster spot this offseason.
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Rank'Em: Top 25 Rookie Seasons In Team History

The Cowboys are hoping Tyler Smith steps right in and starts at left guard. But will he be one of the best rookies in club history? Here's a look at the 25 best rookie seasons we've seen with the Cowboys.
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Spagnola: Where Draft Day Attention Centered On

Now everyone should understand what positions the Cowboys prioritized in this NFL Draft.
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UDFA Profile: WR Roberson Not Lacking Production

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UDFA Profile: Fryfogle Looks To Channel 2020 Success

Over the next weeks, Dallascowboys.com dives deeper into the talented group of undrafted rookies that will battle for a roster spot this offseason.
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