Figuring out the Cowboys’ draft strategy. Picking at No. 12 for the first time since 2021 when the team selected Micah Parsons, the Cowboys will be looking to get an impact player with their first-round selection that can step in an provide an immediate presence in 2025.

With the Cowboys positioned at No. 12, they have a unique opportunity. The likelihood of securing a player who excels in multiple facets makes this pick critical. As Mickey Spagnola highlights, drafting successfully in the first half of the round is essential to avoid costly mistakes often seen later in the draft.

The Dallas Cowboys have been working to improve their roster during NFL free agency and there's been a clear goal in mind. The front office and coaching staff h