What happened
The Dallas Cowboys have acquired the No. 11 overall pick from the Jacksonville Jaguars in a draft-night trade. Dallas sent its No. 20 pick, No. 56 pick and a 2027 third-round selection to Jacksonville. The Cowboys are now on the clock with the 11th selection.
Why it matters
This aggressive move signals Dallas prioritizing a high-upside player at premium positions like WR or EDGE amid a thin Cowboys roster post-2025 season. It alters draft boards league-wide and boosts Cowboys' Super Bowl futures from +2500 to +2200. Historically, trading up in Round 1 has yielded mixed results for Dallas but addresses key needs.
The data edge
Trade Details: - Cowboys receive: Pick 11 (1st Rd) - Jaguars receive: Pick 20 (1st Rd), Pick 56 (2nd Rd), 2027 3rd Rd Pick 2025 Season Standings: Cowboys 10-7 (missed playoffs) Draft Odds Shift: Cowboys 1st Pick - WR (from +300 to -150), EDGE +200 Projected Pick Odds: Tetairoa McMillan (WR, Arizona) -120 favorite
What to watch
Watch Cowboys' selection at No. 11 for potential targets like WR Tetairoa McMillan or EDGE Nic Scourton. Monitor Jaguars' moves with added mid-round capital.