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Cowboys Eye Trade to Draft Ohio State's Sonny Styles

4/16/2026

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Summary

Story summary

The Dallas Cowboys plan to trade up from No. 12 to No. 6 with the Cleveland Browns to select Ohio State linebacker Sonny Styles, aiming to bolster the defense after last season.
Mel Kiper Jr. predicts the move.
Todd McShay supports the trade, citing Styles' intelligence and versatility.
If the Cowboys stay at No. 12, they could target safety Caleb Downs.

History

Historical Context

In 1989, the Dallas Cowboys traded star running back Herschel Walker to the Minnesota Vikings, acquiring five players and six draft picks, including future Hall of Famer Emmitt Smith. This trade marked a pivotal moment in the Cowboys' strategy under new owner Jerry Jones and head coach Jimmy Johnson, setting the stage for their rise to prominence in the NFL.

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Story summary

The Dallas Cowboys plan to trade up from No. 12 to No. 6 with the Cleveland Browns to select Ohio State linebacker Sonny Styles, aiming to bolster the defense after last season.
Mel Kiper Jr. predicts the move.
Todd McShay supports the trade, citing Styles' intelligence and versatility.
If the Cowboys stay at No. 12, they could target safety Caleb Downs.

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