The Cowboys went with an interior defensive lineman on Thursday night with Mazi Smith, a player the team admitted probably wouldn't have been their pick about 10 years ago.

Go behind the scenes on the Cowboys bus as first-round pick DT Mazi Smith heads to The Star for the first time.

Views of the Dallas Cowboys hosting a press conference to introduce 1st round draft pick DT Mazi Smith at Ford Center at the Star in Frisco.

Cowboys' first round pick Mazi Smith let his big personality show on Thursday night after being drafted, and letting everyone know just how physical his play style can be.

1st round draft pick DT Mazi Smith joins the Draft Show following his selection in the 2023 NFL Draft.

The Cowboys have had a trouble stopping the run for the last few seasons, a problem they hope is solved with the addition of first-round pick Mazi Smith.

Listen to the exclusive audio of the call from the Cowboys to DT Mazi Smith, the first selection by the Cowboys in the 2023 NFL Draft.

Of the Cowboys' last 12 first-round picks, nine of them have made an All-Pro team. Maybe that should be factored in before judging the Mazi Smith pick.

The Cowboys just made their first pick of the 2023 NFL Draft, and it's one they believe will help them finally climb over their longstanding Super Bowl drought — with good reason

The Dallas Cowboys select Michigan Wolverines defensive tackle Mazi Smith in Round 1 of the 2023 NFL Draft with the No. 26 overall pick.

High-profile names remained on the board at the tight end position at No. 58, but Dallas chose to take the most versatile option available to open up its offense.

Listen to the exclusive audio of the call from the Cowboys to TE Luke Schoonmaker, the first selection by the Cowboys in the 2023 NFL Draft.

Listen to a conference call with new Cowboys 2nd round draft pick TE Luke Schoonmaker as he meets with the media for the first time.

After a run on tight ends to start the NFL Draft on Day 2, the Cowboys were able to stay put and get a talent at the position that they're very high on — another Wolverine heading to Dallas.

2nd round draft pick TE Luke Schoonmaker joins the Draft Show following his selection in the 2023 NFL Draft.

Tight ends coach Lunda Wells joins the Draft Show to share his thoughts on 2nd round draft pick LB DeMarvion Overshown 

and more.

Pro Football Hall of Fame wide receiver Drew Pearson announces the Dallas Cowboys' selection of Michigan Wolverines tight end Luke Schoonmaker in Round 2 of the 2023 NFL Draft with the No. 26 overall pick.

Michigan Wolverines tight end Luke Schoonmaker runs official 4.63-second 40-yard dash at the 2023 NFL Scouting Combine.

It's not often an NFL player can say they've been fortunate enough to travel the same career arc as DeMarvion Overshown, who is living out his childhood dream — effective immediately.

Listen to the exclusive audio of the call from the Cowboys to LB DeMarvion Overshown, the third selection by the Cowboys in the 2023 NFL Draft.

Listen to a conference call with new Cowboys 3rd round draft pick LB DeMarvion Overshown as he meets with the media for the first time.

The Cowboys went back to defense in the third round, getting Texas linebacker DeMarvion Overshown, a converted safety who knows how to find the football.

3rd round draft pick LB DeMarvion Overshown joins the Draft Show following his selection in the 2023 NFL Draft.

The Dallas Cowboys select Texas Longhorns linebacker DeMarvion Overshown in Round 3 of the 2023 NFL Draft with the No. 90 overall pick.

There's more firepower coming to the Cowboys defensive line this summer, as Dan Quinn continues to throw barrels of explosives at an already dominant defensive front.

Listen to the exclusive audio of the call from the Cowboys to DE Viliami Fehoko Jr., the fourth selection by the Cowboys in the 2023 NFL Draft.

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

Listen to a conference call with new Cowboys 4th round draft pick DE Villiami Fehoko Jr. as he meets with the media for the first time.

Dallas Cowboys quality control / assistant defensive line coach Sharrif Floyd joins the Draft Show to share his thoughts on 2023 NFL Draft and more.

Former Mexican men's national soccer team player Luis Hernandez announces the Dallas Cowboys' selection of San Jose State Spartans EDGE rusher Viliami Fehoko Jr. in Round 4 of the 2023 NFL Draft with the No. 129 overall pick.

The Cowboys took their first offensive linemen of the draft in the fifth round, grabbing UNC's Asim Richards, who has played mostly tackle but could have some position flex at guard.

Listen to the exclusive audio of the call from the Cowboys to LB Asim Richards, the fifth selection by the Cowboys in the 2023 NFL Draft.

5th round draft pick OL Asim Richards joins the Draft Show following his selection in the 2023 NFL Draft.

Listen to a conference call with new Cowboys 5th round draft pick OL Asim Richards as he meets with the media for the first time.

The Dallas Cowboys select North Carolina Tar Heels offensive lineman Asim Richards in Round 5 of the 2023 NFL Draft with the No. 169 overall pick.

The Cowboys are so enamored with one prospect in particular that they've chosen to give up a pick in 2024 for the right to move up and select him on Day 3 of the 2023 NFL Draft.

Listen to the exclusive audio of the call from the Cowboys to Eric Scott, the sixth selection by the Cowboys in the 2023 NFL Draft.

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

Listen to a conference call with new Cowboys 6th round draft pick CB Eric Scott Jr. as he meets with the media for the first time.

The Dallas Cowboys select Southern Mississippi Golden Eagles cornerback Eric Scott Jr. in Round 6 of the 2023 NFL Draft with the No. 178 overall pick (via a trade with the Kansas City Chiefs).

The Cowboys have drafted Kansas State running back Deuce Vaughn, the son of a current scout, who brings playmaking ability despite his lack of size.

Listen to the exclusive audio of the call from the Cowboys to RB Deuce Vaughn, the seventh selection by the Cowboys in the 2023 NFL Draft.

Just minutes after Chris Vaughn had to answer an emotional phone call from his disappointed son, he was able to call him back to select him to be the next Dallas Cowboy.

6th round draft pick RB Deuce Vaughn joins the Draft Show following his selection in the 2023 NFL Draft.

Dallas Cowboys assistant direct of scouting Chris Vaughn shares his thoughts on the team drafting his son RB Deuce Vaughn in the 6th round of the 2023 NFL Draft and more.

The Dallas Cowboys select Kansas State Wildcats running back Deuce Vaughn in Round 6 of the 2023 NFL Draft with the No. 212 overall pick.

They nearly concluded this year's NFL Draft without addressing the wide receiver position behind their Big 3, but finally decided to take the shot with a talent hailing from the SEC.

Listen to the exclusive audio of the call from the Cowboys to WR Jalen Brooks, the final selection by the Cowboys in the 2023 NFL Draft.

7th round draft pick WR Jalen Brooks joins the Draft Show following his selection in the 2023 NFL Draft.

The Dallas Cowboys select South Carolina Gamecocks wide receiver Jalen Brooks in Round 7 of the 2023 NFL Draft with the No. 244 overall pick.

Pollard, Steele active; Lewis, Schoonmaker to start camp on injury lists

The incoming class of Cowboys rookies have been assigned their jersey numbers to begin their NFL careers, and those wondering where Deuce Vaughn would land now have their answer.

In looking at the eight draft picks made by Dallas over the weekend, versatility jumps off the board with multiple selections.

Tracking the latest buzz around the undrafted free agent market as Dallas looks to complete its rookie class.

On his first-ever trip to Cowboys HQ as a member of the team, Mazi Smith got candid with what he brings to the table, how thrilled he is and why he's far more than what meets the eye.

While the draft centered around team building, the Cowboys enjoyed a true magical moment with their second-to-last pick.

Just minutes after Chris Vaughn had to answer an emotional phone call from his disappointed son, he was able to call him back to select him to be the next Dallas Cowboy.

The Cowboys provided some insight for the next move at kicker. Deuce Vaughn got a text from Darren Sproles and how Asim Richards is no longer an Eagles fan.

The Cowboys made their draft pick highlight of the weekend with the selection of Deuce Vaughn, but even still, Jerry Jones said a return of Ezekiel Elliott is not off the table.

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?

7th round draft pick WR Jalen Brooks joins the Draft Show following his selection in the 2023 NFL Draft.

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

5th round draft pick OL Asim Richards joins the Draft Show following his selection in the 2023 NFL Draft.

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

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.

6th round draft pick RB Deuce Vaughn joins the Draft Show following his selection in the 2023 NFL Draft.

Dallas Cowboys college scouting Justin Stucky joins the Draft Show to share his thoughts on 2023 NFL Draft and more.

Dallas Cowboys college scouting Brett Maxie joins the Draft Show to share his thoughts on 2023 NFL Draft and more.

The Cowboys aren't afraid of taking an offensive lineman in the first round and it seems they have a need at left guard. Hailey Sutton brings in Patrik Walker and Kyle Youmans to discuss if Cowboys need a fix in the first round, or if they can wait until later in the draft.

The Cowboys are set with Dak Prescott as the starter and Cooper Rush has proven that he can fill in when needed, but is there anyone in the Draft that Dallas could develop? The Building The Board crew talk about what QBs make sense for Dallas and what Will Grier still has to prove to be on this team next season.

After many years, you can finally say that safety is a strength for the Cowboys but why not keeping adding depth for the future? The Building The Board crew break down this year's safety class and which players would make sense for the Cowboys.

Dallas traded for Brandon Cooks this offseason but all signs point to Dallas bringing in another pass catcher in the draft. Hailey Sutton breaks down this Wide Receive draft class with Kyle Youmans and Patrik Walker to see who could best help Dak and this offense elevate from last year.

The Cowboys have already added another cornerback this offseason by trading for former Defensive Player of the Year winner Stephone Gilmore but it doesn't hurt to look for more depth through the draft. Hailey Sutton is joined by Kyle Youmans and Patrik Walker to discuss with cornerback would be the best fit for Dallas.

With Dalton Schultz leaving in free agency there is a hole to fill in the Tight End room. The Building The Board crew debate how early in the draft Dallas needs to select a tight end to fill Schultz's spot or if the combo of Ferguson and Hendershot is good enough for the Cowboys to wait till the later rounds.

One of the Cowboys biggest struggles last year was stopping the run so they have to be thinking about taking a Defensive Tackle early in this draft right? The Building the Board crew go through this defensive tackle draft class to see who would have the biggest impact in could have helping stopping the run for Dan Quinn's defense.

Dallas Linebacker core may be solid at the top but it do they have depth issues? Hailey Sutton breaks down the 2023 LB class with Patrik Walker and Kyle Youmans to see where LB makes sense for Dallas in the draft.

The Cowboys have moved on from Ezekiel Elliot and placed the franchise tag on Tony Pollard. The Building the board crew debate how much of the load Pollard can carry for a full season and how early you find him a running mate in the 2023 NFL Draft.

The Cowboys are rolling it back at Defensive End bringing back all the guys from last season but does that mean there isn't space for a new addition from the Draft? The Building The Board crew break down which edge players in the draft could be a fit in Dallas and are the only game changing players in the 1st round?

Our DallasCowboys.com media crew is Building The Board! Watch & learn more about potential #CowboysDraft plans.

The Cowboys have some front-line linebackers in Micah Parsons and Leighton Vander Esch, but still have a lot of youth at the position as we head into the NFL Draft next week.

An already stout defensive line in Dallas stands to get even better if the Cowboys make the right call in the 2023 NFL Draft, and they're not lacking for high-ceiling options in their quest.

The Cowboys addressed the cornerback position via trade this offseason. They've also drafted three CBs overall within the first three rounds over the past three years. Yet, they're always looking to find talented cornerbacks.

The re-signing of Donovan Wilson proves the Cowboys have changed their outlook on how valuable impact safeties truly are, but it's still important to spark competition this April.

If the Cowboys draft a quarterback this year, it would be for the future. But just how early in the draft are they willing to invest on another passer?

It's the end of the Dalton Schultz era in Dallas, but the scepter being passed to Jake Ferguson and Peyton Hendershot doesn't mean the Cowboys can ignore a robust 2023 draft class.

With CeeDee Lamb, Michael Gallup and now Brandin Cooks, the Cowboys are one of the few teams in that have three 1,000-yard receivers. But even still, there might be too many great WR options in the draft to pass up.

It feels like now is the time, more than ever, for the Cowboys to consider spending a draft pick to solve the problem at kicker once and for all — having again finding themselves at square one.

The Cowboys used a first-round pick on the offensive line last year, but entering the draft later this month, they still have needs that could warrant another high pick. 

The 2023 NFL Draft is speeding towards the Cowboys and that means it's almost time to make franchise-altering decisions, and you can bet [another] might be at the RB position