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Cowboys Eye Extra First‑Round Pick to Rebuild Defense

The Dallas Cowboys hold a second first‑round pick in the 2026 draft, acquired via the Micah Parsons trade, and are targeting defensive talent to address a last‑season points‑allowed record.

The Cowboys now have two first‑round selections—12th overall and 20th—from the 2026 draft after sending Micah Parsons to the Packers. With a defense that allowed the most points last season, Dallas plans to use both picks on defensive players to accelerate a playoff push.