NFL Draft 2026 Day 1 live thread: Cowboys news, trades, needs

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We have reached another milestone on the NFL calendar. It’s a huge day for NFL teams and fans alike as the 2026 NFL Draft kicks off. This year the draft will be in Pittsburgh and the Cowboys hold picks 12 and 20 in the first round.

Let the fun begin!

This is an open thread for draft chat.​

In the comments below, let us know who you think will be the Cowboys pick in the first round, whether at pick 12, 20, or through a trade.

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Cowboys 2026 draft picks:​

• Round 1, pick 12
• Round 1, pick 20
• Round 3, pick 92
• Round 4, pick 112
• Round 5, pick 152
• Round 5, pick 177
• Round 5, pick 180
• Round 7, pick 218

There is always the possibility of a trade from the Cowboys. We’ll note any moves made here.

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Cowboys rumors:​

There is currently a lot of chatter about George Pickens being traded. He recently signed his franchise tender and various unconfirmed hints have surfaced around a trade.

George Pickens will be happy today

— Chad Johnson (@ochocinco) April 23, 2026

I’m hearing #Cowboys WR George Pickens will be traded tonight.

— Wesley Steinberg (@WesSteinberg) April 23, 2026

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Cowboys needs:​

EDGE: The Micah Parsons trade left a huge hole at pass rusher, the Cowboys need an injection of talent.

LB: It’s basically DeMarvion Overshown or bust at LB. Shemar James may make a leap, but Dallas needs a starter here.

CB: Trevon Diggs’ departure and DaRon Bland’s injury issues means the team needs help. The current depth is lackluster.

S: Christian Parker’s scheme needs quality safeties, something the Cowboys have a lack of except for free agent addition Jalen Thompson.

WR: George Pickens is on a one-year franchise tag. Getting another contender for the future is a solid move.

OT: Tyler Guyton and Terence Steele both have their faults. Adding a decent swing tackle makes sense.

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