The Dallas Cowboys need to rebound in a big way. After massive extensions to both CeeDee Lamb and Dak Prescott, their 2024 campaign fell by the wayside. Now, a potential deal for Micah Parsons is in the works, making expectations for the core grow even higher.
But with an uber-expensive top-three, the Cowboys are going to have to rely on the NFL Draft to fill their roster with quality players. The latest mock draft from PFSN aims to attempt to give Dallas the help it needs throughout the course of the seven rounds of the 2025 NFL Draft.
12) Omarion Hampton, RB, North Carolina
With Jeanty off the board, the Dallas Cowboys lose out on their home-run pick at No. 12. That said, they won’t have to totally miss out on high-end running back talent in Round 1.
Omarion Hampton is a speedy, physical back who excels at finding open lanes between the tackles. He has bell-cow potential and could prove to be a consistent 1,000-yard runner at the next level, which would be a welcomed addition to the Cowboys’ offense.
Last season, they found their man later in the year with Rico Dowdle, but he hasn’t returned to the roster this year. As a result, their ground game is very exposed unless they add a difference maker, and Hampton might be the best available option for them.
44) Princely Umanmielen, EDGE, Ole Miss
With DeMarcus Lawrence having departed in free agency, the Cowboys could use another edge rusher to partner up with Micah Parsons.
With his impressive length and a frame that’s done a great job of putting on weight without sacrificing speed, Princely Umanmielen has a high ceiling at the NFL level. He maximizes it with high power and good spatial awareness when setting the edge, too.
Injuries to the cornerback spot and Parsons missing some time hurt the unit’s potential, but at 25 on PFSN’s Defense+ metric, they weren’t setting the world on fire. In Umanmielen, they get a player who should immediately be impactful before turning into a stud in the coming years.
76) Elic Ayomanor, WR, Stanford
Only a redshirt sophomore, Elic Ayomanor is a big-bodied receiver who thrives along the boundary with his physicality, body control, and breakaway speed after the catch. He’s a bit raw as a route runner but carries impressive physical potential at the next level.
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The Cowboys need a WR2 to pair with Lamb, and Ayomanor might be a smart option after two consecutive solid seasons with Stanford.
149) Zy Alexander, CB, LSU
Both DaRon Bland and Trevon Diggs missed time last season, suiting up in just one game together. While a healthier year from them should stabilize the position, Dallas needs depth at the corner spot, and Zy Alexander might be a smart name to add.
With incredible length and instincts, he should be a reliable option and an immediate contributor to the squad. Naturally effective in zone coverage, Alexander feels like a no-brainer prospect who could become even better in the coming years.
174) Jalen Rivers, OT, Miami (FL)
With Dallas having a questionable history with quarterback injuries, a unit that ranked below average at 17th on PFSN’s OL+ metric isn’t going to cut it. Enter Jalen Rivers, who was excellent in protecting Cam Ward at Miami (FL) last season.
His technique needs refinement, but with elite physical attributes, he should be a difference-maker right off the bat for the Cowboys. For power-based offenses, he is the perfect scheme fit this late in the draft.
204) Jake Majors, C, Texas
A homecoming for Jake Majors would see him become a rotational piece for Dallas immediately. An excellent pass protector with a high IQ, Majors could become a long-term starter in due time for the Cowboys.
211) Kain Medrano, LB, UCLA
The defensive unit is going to need major work throughout the offseason, particularly in the trenches. Kain Medrano is going to be a work in progress, but with his coverage skills, he could get playing time fairly early in the season. Adding some size to his frame should unlock the next level for him.
217) Thor Griffith, DT, Louisville
As another addition to the defensive line, Thor Griffith might not be immediately playable. However, the elite physical traits, combined with his high motor and instinctive football IQ, should make him valuable in the long run for the Cowboys, especially with a mentor like Parsons in tow.
239) Marques Sigle, S, Kansas State
With Malik Hooker coming off a career year, Dallas appears set at the safety position. However, behind Donovan Wilson, the position lacks depth, making Marques Sigle a valuable addition. An active and engaged defender, he should be able to contribute immediately, especially after a remarkable showing at the NFL Scouting Combine.
247) Jabbar Muhammad, CB, California
Similar to Alexander, Jabbar Muhammad is going to be useful to round out the depth of the Cowboys. Thanks to his exceptional zone coverage and ball production, he could immediately slot into packages.