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Cowboys trade rumor could lead to deal with Titans, Cardinals or Jets
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The Dallas Cowboys are considering trading up in the 2026 NFL Draft, potentially using their two first-round picks, 12 and 20. They aim to select a player that rivals the New York Giants are also targeting, who hold the fifth pick.
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The Dallas Cowboys have two first-round picks, picks 12 and 20, in the 2026 NFL Draft, but it sounds like the team could be gearing up to make a major move, with both selections potentially on the move.
According to NFL insider Jordan Schultz, franchises believe the Cowboys are a team to watch in a potential trade-up.
Schultz adds that Dallas wants to select a player that their division rivals, the New York Giants, are also eyeing. The Giants are at pick five, meaning the Cowboys could be looking to break into the top four.
"There’s a belief among teams at the top of the draft that the Cowboys, who have picks at #12 and #20, are a team to watch in trade-up scenarios, according to multiple league sources," Schultz said.
"Several teams have said they believe Dallas is targeting a player the Giants also covet, and getting ahead of them would be ideal if the price makes sense," Schultz added.
Cowboys could make draft day deal with Titans, Cardinals, or Jets
The Las Vegas Raiders are most likely going to select Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza with the top pick, so they aren't going to trade back.
However, the Tennessee Titans (pick 4), Arizona Cardinals (pick 3), and New York Jets (pick 2) could be possible trade partners for the Cowboys in their quest to move up and land their desired player.
Sports Illustrated's Albert Breer reported on Monday that the Titans and Cardinals have explored trading down, and the Jets could also be willing to move back for the right package, though it is less likely that New York does so.
"Count the Cardinals, Titans, Giants, Browns and Commanders among those already looking at trying to drop down in the order to accumulate capital. The problem for those five is finding teams to move up," Breer said.
As for the player Dallas is targeting, it could be a defensive player, such as Miami edge rusher Rueben Bain, Texas Tech edge rusher David Bailey, or Ohio State linebacker Arvell Reese. There's also a chance the Cowboys could shock the world and leapfrog the Giants for Notre Dame running back Jeremiyah Love.
Nevertheless, if Dallas moves up from 12, it must be for a player who will make an immediate impact in 2026 and be a long-term cornerstone.
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Q&A
What picks do the Dallas Cowboys have in the 2026 NFL Draft?
The Dallas Cowboys have two first-round picks, which are the 12th and 20th selections in the 2026 NFL Draft.
Which teams are the Cowboys potentially trading with?
The Cowboys could be looking to make a trade with the Titans, Cardinals, or Jets as they consider moving up in the draft.
Why are the Cowboys looking to trade up in the draft?
The Cowboys want to select a player that their division rivals, the New York Giants, are also interested in, as the Giants hold the fifth pick.