The 2025 NFL Draft is approaching with the 2025 NFL Scouting Combine now complete. NFL free agency is the only significant event between the Cowboys and the draft. Let’s dive into a post-combine mock draft for the Cowboys.

Round 1, 21st Overall

TRADE (1:12, 5:170 for 1:21, 2:53, 4:122)

Mykel Williams, EDGE, Georgia

The Cowboys could look to move back in the first round due to their many needs and limited picks in the top 150. In this case, they trade back with the Pittsburgh Steelers, who are targeting a sliding Shedeur Sanders. Though there’s buzz around Shemar Stewart after his standout combine, it’s unlikely he falls to the Cowboys here. At 21, the Cowboys select Georgia’s Mykel Williams, a powerful pass rusher. Williams, 6-foot-5, 260 lbs with 34 3/8” arms, didn’t test at the combine but has the size, strength, and athleticism to thrive as a pass rusher in Matt Eberflus’ scheme. His strong run defense also provides depth to replace DeMarcus Lawrence if needed. The Cowboys also had a formal interview with him at the combine.

Round 2, 44th Overall

Shavon Revel Jr., CB, East Carolina

The Cowboys face an interesting situation at cornerback, with Jourdan Lewis set to hit free agency and Trevon Diggs expected to miss a chunk of the season. Thus, the cornerback position is a major draft need. Shavon Revel Jr., a small-school prospect, was initially viewed as a first-rounder before tearing his ACL. However, the Cowboys have often picked up players with significant injuries in the past. Revel has the necessary size, athleticism, and physicality to become a standout outside corner in Eberflus’ defense. Although he didn’t test at the combine, his tape demonstrates his high-level athleticism and physicality. He should be fully recovered by training camp.

Round 2, 53rd Overall

Jayden Higgins, WR, Iowa State

Iowa State’s Jayden Higgins is one of the most underrated receivers in this draft. Standing 6-foot-4 and 215 lbs, Higgins brings size, athleticism, and production to complement CeeDee Lamb in Brian Schottenheimer’s offense. His combine performance demonstrated impressive speed and agility, which can help him win one-on-one matchups on the outside. With a solid receiving grade of 90.5 and a low 2.2% drop rate, Higgins has the potential to make an immediate impact as a boundary receiver. Given the scarcity of top receivers beyond the top 50, Higgins stands out as a potential difference-maker.

Round 3, 76th Overall

Jordan Phillips, iDL, Maryland

Despite rumors of a new deal for Osa Odighizuwa, the Cowboys cannot overlook the defensive tackle position. Mazi Smith has shown promise, but the Cowboys still have question marks surrounding the position. Jordan Phillips, a 1-technique from Maryland, is a solid run defender with some pass-rush potential. Phillips isn’t flashy, but he brings the toughness the Cowboys need in their defensive tackle rotation. At just 20, Phillips has the traits necessary to develop into a quality starter in the NFL.

Round 4, 122nd Overall

Jaydon Blue, RB, Texas

Though fans may want the Cowboys to select a running back earlier, this draft class is deep enough to wait. With many potential starters in the class, pairing a veteran free agent with a dynamic back like Jaydon Blue would create a formidable backfield duo. Blue, who ran a 4.38-second 40-yard dash at the combine, possesses blazing speed and explosive playmaking ability. At 5-foot-9, 196 lbs, Blue has a versatile three-down skill set, excelling as both a runner and a receiver. His fumbling issues and inconsistent production at Texas might push him down the draft board, but pairing him with a reliable veteran could improve the Cowboys’ run game significantly.