The Dallas Cowboys have shifted their approach to player trades, highlighted by a recent deal with the Philadelphia Eagles. This change comes as Stephen Jones takes on more control within the organization under his father, Jerry Jones.
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Stephen Jones has taken on a more significant role in management
The Cowboys have become more active in trades recently
Jerry Jones is ceding control as he approaches retirement age
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The Dallas Cowboys made a few regime changes early last decade. Team owner Jerry Jones has always functioned as the general manager, but as he approached what most working men consider retirement age (thanks, Social Security laws), he began to cede important levers of control over to his son Stephen. Now 83, the early 2010s saw Stephen Jones evolve into more than just a middle man between owner and head coach; a role Stephen had to play to keep a buffer between Jerry Jones and Bill Parcells during the prior decade.
The Cowboys began this duo's journey refusing to budge from wherever fate landed them in the first-round drafting order. But over the last several years, they've become far more willing to play the telephone game that leads to trades, including the one with the Philadelphia Eagles profiled this past Sunday on ESPN's behind the scenes look at the 2026 draft.
In the above clip, the Cowboys are seen taking stock of who might be interested in moving up to the No. 20 slot, and then working with Eagles GM Howie Roseman. Dallas ended up receiving two fourths plus No. 23, in a move the Cowboys came out ahead in pretty much all value charts.
Dallas actually engineered a trade from both of their first-round slots, up from No. 12 and down from No. 20, winning both, as they moved up from No. 12 to No. 11 in exchange for two compensatory fifth rounders.
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What recent trade did the Dallas Cowboys make with the Philadelphia Eagles?
The Dallas Cowboys recently made a trade with the Philadelphia Eagles, which was highlighted in an ESPN behind-the-scenes look at the 2026 draft.
How has Stephen Jones's role changed in the Dallas Cowboys organization?
Stephen Jones has taken on a more significant role in the Cowboys organization, moving from a middleman to a key decision-maker alongside Will McClay in managing player personnel.
What led to the Dallas Cowboys becoming more active in trades?
The Cowboys have become more willing to engage in trades over the years, marking a significant shift from their previous reluctance to change their draft position.
What impact did Jerry Jones's age have on the Cowboys' management structure?
As Jerry Jones approached retirement age, he began to cede control to his son Stephen, leading to a shift in the team's management and decision-making processes.
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Those trades are the fourth and fifth moves the club has made with first-round draft picks since 2019. That's a stark contrast to the beginning of the Jones-McClay pairing, as they went five-straight years without budging after the Frederick trade. Wherever the fate of the prior season landed them, they honored it.
But that changed in the middle of the 2018 season, when a stagnant offense led the club to orchestrate a trade for WR Amari Cooper with the Oakland Raiders, giving up the Cowboys' 2019 first-rounder in an even swap. Two years later the club engineered a great trade back after their top CB targets were taken and landed Micah Parsons.
Three years later and the team dropped five spots before taking Oklahoma's Tyler Guyton and now this year they moved up for Caleb Downs and back for Malachi Lawrence.
This harkens back to the era when the elder Jerry Jones was wheeling and dealing picks in every direction. It's safe to say the Jones-McClay tandem is now in lockstep in marrying trade value with their prospect evaluations.
May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys linebacker Justin Barron (45) stretching on the field before practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys cornerback Caleb Downs (18) speaks with defensive coordinator Christian Parker during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys cornerback Caleb Downs (18) stretches on the field before practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys outside linebackers coach Chidera Uzo-Diribe at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys linebacker Langston Patterson (47) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys linebacker Jaishawn Barham (55) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys linebacker Jaishawn Barham (55) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys linebacker Justin Barron (45) on the field during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys linebacker Langston Patterson (47) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys linebacker Jaishawn Barham (55) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys linebacker Jaishawn Barham (55) catches a pass during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys linebacker Monty Rice (51) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys defensive tackle Kevin Gilliam (94) walks off the field after practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys offensive tackle Cole Hutson (68) and Dallas Cowboys quarterback Maverick McIvor (5) jog off the field after practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys linebacker Jr. Kenneth Murray (59) walks off the field after practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys defensive end Adedayo Odeleye (96) and Dallas Cowboys defensive tackle Tommy Dunn (95) jog off the field after practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys defensive end LT Overton (99) walks off the field after practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys running back Dominic Richardson (43) walks off the field after practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA;Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Traeshon Holden (80) walks off the field after practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Anthony Smith (83) walks off the field after practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys cornerback Devin Moore (29) on the field during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys defensive tackle Kevin Gilliam (94) on the field during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys linebacker Jr. Kenneth Murray (59) on the field during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys defensive coordinator Christian Parks is interviewed after practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys cornerback Caleb Downs (18) on the field during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys cornerback Caleb Downs (18) on the field during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys cornerback Caleb Downs (18) on the field during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys cornerback Caleb Downs (18) on the field during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys head coach Brian Schottenheimer speaks with wide receiver Anthony Smith (83) during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys head coach Brian Schottenheimer on the field during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys offensive tackle Sidney Fugar (69) on the field during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Anthony Smith (83) on the field during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys offensive tackle Marcellus Johnson (79) on the field during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Jordan Hudson (16) on the field during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Camden Brown (6) on the field during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys offensive tackle Marcellus Johnson (79) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys quarterback Maverick McIvor (5) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys offensive tackle Sidney Fugar (69) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys tight end DJ Rogers (49) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys offensive tackle Cole Hutson (68) on the field during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Anthony Smith (83) on the field during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys linebacker Jaishawn Barham (55) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; DDallas Cowboys cornerback Devin Moore (29) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys linebacker Jaishawn Barham (55) on the field during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys linebacker Malachi Lawrence (57) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys linebacker Justin Barron (45) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys running back Dominic Richardson (43) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys defensive end Adedayo Odeleye (96) on the field during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys defensive tackle Tommy Dunn (95) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys tight end Michael Trigg (46) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys tight end Michael Trigg (46) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys linebacker Malachi Lawrence (57) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Traeshon Holden (80) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys cornerback Devin Moore (29) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys linebacker Malachi Lawrence (57) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys cornerback Caleb Downs (18) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys linebacker Jaishawn Barham (55) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys defensive end LT Overton (99) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys defensive end LT Overton (99) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys linebacker Jaishawn Barham (55) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Jordan Hudson (16) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Anthony Smith (83) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys safety Caleb Downs (18) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys linebacker Jaishawn Barham (55) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys running back Zach Switzer (32) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys running back Dominic Richardson (43) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys safety Caleb Downs (18) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys cornerback Devin Moore (29) and Dallas Cowboys safety Caleb Downs (18) go through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys cornerback Caleb Downs (18) on the field during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys long snapper Jacob Graham (39) goes through a drill at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys cornerback Devin Moore (29) and Dallas Cowboys safety Caleb Downs (18) go through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys cornerback Devin Moore (29) and Dallas Cowboys safety Caleb Downs (18) go through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys linebacker Jaishawn Barham (55) on the field during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys cornerback Caleb Downs (18) is coached through a drill with defensive coordinator Christian Parker at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys cornerback Caleb Downs (18) is coached through a drill with defensive coordinator Christian Parker at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys head coach Brian Schottenheimer on the field during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys linebacker Justin Barron (45) stretching on the field before practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys linebacker Justin Barron (45) stretching on the field before practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys cornerback Caleb Downs (18) speaks with defensive coordinator Christian Parker during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys cornerback Caleb Downs (18) stretches on the field before practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys outside linebackers coach Chidera Uzo-Diribe at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys linebacker Langston Patterson (47) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys linebacker Jaishawn Barham (55) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys linebacker Jaishawn Barham (55) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys linebacker Justin Barron (45) on the field during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys linebacker Langston Patterson (47) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys linebacker Jaishawn Barham (55) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys linebacker Jaishawn Barham (55) catches a pass during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys linebacker Monty Rice (51) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys defensive tackle Kevin Gilliam (94) walks off the field after practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys offensive tackle Cole Hutson (68) and Dallas Cowboys quarterback Maverick McIvor (5) jog off the field after practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys linebacker Jr. Kenneth Murray (59) walks off the field after practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys defensive end Adedayo Odeleye (96) and Dallas Cowboys defensive tackle Tommy Dunn (95) jog off the field after practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys defensive end LT Overton (99) walks off the field after practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys running back Dominic Richardson (43) walks off the field after practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA;Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Traeshon Holden (80) walks off the field after practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Anthony Smith (83) walks off the field after practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys cornerback Devin Moore (29) on the field during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys defensive tackle Kevin Gilliam (94) on the field during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys linebacker Jr. Kenneth Murray (59) on the field during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys defensive coordinator Christian Parks is interviewed after practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys cornerback Caleb Downs (18) on the field during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys cornerback Caleb Downs (18) on the field during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys cornerback Caleb Downs (18) on the field during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys cornerback Caleb Downs (18) on the field during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys head coach Brian Schottenheimer speaks with wide receiver Anthony Smith (83) during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys head coach Brian Schottenheimer on the field during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys offensive tackle Sidney Fugar (69) on the field during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Anthony Smith (83) on the field during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys offensive tackle Marcellus Johnson (79) on the field during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Jordan Hudson (16) on the field during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Camden Brown (6) on the field during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys offensive tackle Marcellus Johnson (79) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys quarterback Maverick McIvor (5) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys offensive tackle Sidney Fugar (69) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys tight end DJ Rogers (49) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys offensive tackle Cole Hutson (68) on the field during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Anthony Smith (83) on the field during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys linebacker Jaishawn Barham (55) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; DDallas Cowboys cornerback Devin Moore (29) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys linebacker Jaishawn Barham (55) on the field during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys linebacker Malachi Lawrence (57) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys linebacker Justin Barron (45) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys running back Dominic Richardson (43) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys defensive end Adedayo Odeleye (96) on the field during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys defensive tackle Tommy Dunn (95) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys tight end Michael Trigg (46) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys tight end Michael Trigg (46) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys linebacker Malachi Lawrence (57) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Traeshon Holden (80) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys cornerback Devin Moore (29) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys linebacker Malachi Lawrence (57) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
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First Look: Day 1 of Cowboys 2026 Rookie Minicamp
May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys cornerback Caleb Downs (18) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
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First Look: Day 1 of Cowboys 2026 Rookie Minicamp
May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys linebacker Jaishawn Barham (55) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys defensive end LT Overton (99) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys defensive end LT Overton (99) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys linebacker Jaishawn Barham (55) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Jordan Hudson (16) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Anthony Smith (83) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys safety Caleb Downs (18) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
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First Look: Day 1 of Cowboys 2026 Rookie Minicamp
May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys linebacker Jaishawn Barham (55) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys running back Zach Switzer (32) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
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First Look: Day 1 of Cowboys 2026 Rookie Minicamp
May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys running back Dominic Richardson (43) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
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First Look: Day 1 of Cowboys 2026 Rookie Minicamp
May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys safety Caleb Downs (18) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
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First Look: Day 1 of Cowboys 2026 Rookie Minicamp
May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys cornerback Devin Moore (29) and Dallas Cowboys safety Caleb Downs (18) go through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
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First Look: Day 1 of Cowboys 2026 Rookie Minicamp
May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys cornerback Caleb Downs (18) on the field during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys long snapper Jacob Graham (39) goes through a drill at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
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First Look: Day 1 of Cowboys 2026 Rookie Minicamp
May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys cornerback Devin Moore (29) and Dallas Cowboys safety Caleb Downs (18) go through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
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First Look: Day 1 of Cowboys 2026 Rookie Minicamp
May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys cornerback Devin Moore (29) and Dallas Cowboys safety Caleb Downs (18) go through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
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First Look: Day 1 of Cowboys 2026 Rookie Minicamp
May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys linebacker Jaishawn Barham (55) on the field during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
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First Look: Day 1 of Cowboys 2026 Rookie Minicamp
May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys cornerback Caleb Downs (18) is coached through a drill with defensive coordinator Christian Parker at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
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First Look: Day 1 of Cowboys 2026 Rookie Minicamp
May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys cornerback Caleb Downs (18) is coached through a drill with defensive coordinator Christian Parker at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys head coach Brian Schottenheimer on the field during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images