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With their final pick in the 2026 NFL draft, Dallas drafted for a surprising position when they selected East Carolina wide receiver Anthony Smith.
He had 1,053 receiving yards for the Pirates this past season and earned first-team all-American Athletic honors this past season, but is considered a raw prospect.
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East Carolina Pirates wide receiver Anthony Smith (9) scores a touchdown during the second half of the Military Bowl against the Pittsburgh Panthers at Navy-Marine Corps Stadium.
Anthony Smith attended East Carolina University.
None, per NFL.com
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He has NFL size, speed and big play ability. He is a raw route runner with drop issues.
2025: Recorded 64 catches for 1,053 yards with seven touchdowns. First team All-American Athletics.
He is 21 years old.
Anthony Smith recorded 1,053 receiving yards during his last season at East Carolina.
The Cowboys drafted Anthony Smith to fill a surprising position, despite him being considered a raw prospect.
Anthony Smith earned first-team all-American Athletic honors for his performance in the past season.
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He is 6-foot-0.
He is 184 pounds.
He attended Huntington High Schools in Huntington, Florida.
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