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Cowboys Eye Top Prospect McCoy in 2026 Draft

1/18/2026

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Summary

Story summary

The Dallas Cowboys (NFL team) hold two first-round picks in the 2026 NFL Draft, at 12th and 20th overall.
They eye Tennessee cornerback Jermod McCoy, a top-prospect candidate despite concerns about his size and a knee injury that sidelined him in 2025.
McCoy recorded 44 tackles and four interceptions in his last college season.
The Cowboys may trade back to acquire more picks, depending on player availability during the draft.

History

Historical Context

The 1983 NFL Draft, held on April 26-27, saw the Baltimore Colts select John Elway first overall, but they traded him to the Denver Broncos shortly after. This pivotal move led to Elway's four Super Bowl appearances and highlighted the growing trend of teams leveraging draft capital, as seen in the Dallas Cowboys' strategy of holding two first-round picks for future success.

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Story summary

The Dallas Cowboys (NFL team) hold two first-round picks in the 2026 NFL Draft, at 12th and 20th overall.
They eye Tennessee cornerback Jermod McCoy, a top-prospect candidate despite concerns about his size and a knee injury that sidelined him in 2025.
McCoy recorded 44 tackles and four interceptions in his last college season.
The Cowboys may trade back to acquire more picks, depending on player availability during the draft.

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