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How did the Cowboys use the Demarcus Lawrence compensatory pick?
TL;DR
The Dallas Cowboys received a fifth-round compensatory pick after DeMarcus Lawrence signed with the Seattle Seahawks. They used this pick in a trade-up package to select Caleb Downs in the 2026 NFL Draft.
Key points
- Cowboys received a fifth-round pick for DeMarcus Lawrence
- Lawrence signed a three-year, $42 million contract with Seahawks
- Cowboys used the pick to trade up for Caleb Downs
- Lawrence had a career year with the Seahawks in 2025
- Compensatory picks are awarded for net losses of free agents
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**Original Terms of DeMarcus Lawrence leaving in free agency**
The Cowboys received a fifth-round pick for letting Lawrence walk. That was number 177 overall pick in the draft.
**What did the Cowboys do with the compensatory pick from DeMarcus Lawrence?**
The Cowboys used the selection in their first-round trade up package for Caleb Downs.
**How was DeMarcus Lawrenceâs performance for the Seahawks in 2025?**
Lawrence was a key contributor for the Super Bowl champion Seahawks. He played and started in 16 games, recording 53 tackles, six sacks, and three fumble recoveries, two of which went for touchdowns. It was a career year for Lawrence, who also made his fifth career Pro Bowl. After 11 years with the Cowboys, Lawrence proved that he still can be an elite defender in the league. Without him, the Seahawks may not have won the Super Bowl.
Q&A
What did the Cowboys receive for DeMarcus Lawrence's departure?
The Cowboys received a fifth-round compensatory pick, specifically the 177th overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.
How did DeMarcus Lawrence perform with the Seahawks in 2025?
Lawrence had a standout season with the Seahawks, recording 53 tackles, six sacks, and three fumble recoveries, contributing significantly to their Super Bowl victory.
Should the Cowboys have re-signed DeMarcus Lawrence?
While Lawrence's injury in 2024 led to his departure, his successful 2025 season with the Seahawks suggests that the Cowboys may have made a mistake by not re-signing him.