{"id":880184,"date":"2026-05-02T05:23:22","date_gmt":"2026-05-02T05:23:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nfl\/880184\/"},"modified":"2026-05-02T05:23:22","modified_gmt":"2026-05-02T05:23:22","slug":"cowboys-rookies-ink-90m-friday-why-it-only-used-4-4m-in-cap-space","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nfl\/880184\/","title":{"rendered":"Cowboys rookies ink $90M Friday, why it only used $4.4M in cap space"},"content":{"rendered":"

There was a time when the Dallas Cowboys<\/a> waited until just before training camp to present their rookies with contract offers. Then, there was a period they’d wait until after the rookie minicamp to complete the deals. But now, the Cowboys are signing their draft picks when they first get their hands on them.<\/p>\n

On Friday, the Cowboys agreed to terms with six of their seven picks from the 2026 NFL draft, signing all but their second, first-round pick Malachi Lawrence. The six deals totaled a whopping $56.6 million in total contract value, which combined with their non-pick rookie class totaled around $90 million worth of deals.<\/p>\n

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The contracts of today are much easier to settle on, thanks to the 2011 CBA. Each draft slot has a set amount of a signing bonus on top of the minimum salaries for each season; each NFL team has a rookie pool based on the placement of their picks<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Safety Caleb Downs<\/a>: $28.95 million deal | 2026 Cap Hit: $5.26 million<\/p>\n

Drew Shelton: $5.575 million | 2026 Cap Hit: $1.18 million<\/p>\n

Devin Moore: $5.569 million | 2026 Cap Hit: $1.18 million<\/p>\n

LT Overton<\/a>: $5.169 million | 2026 Cap Hit: $1.08 million<\/p>\n

Anthony Smith: $4.56 million | 2026 Cap Hit: $930,215<\/p>\n

In the NFL offseason, when teams can carry up to 90 players on their roster, only the Top 51 salaries count towards cap compliance. So all of the picks beside Smith count against the cap, and none of the UDFAs do. but the players who are now in the Top 51 bumped other lower-paid players out of the equation.<\/p>\n

So even though they totaled $11 million in 2026 cap hits, these six signings only used $4.4 million of additional space.<\/p>\n

Lawrence’s deal is slotted as well, and he should sign for around $20.5 million total, with a first year cap hit of around $3.75 million, of which $2.7 million will be used in additional cap space.<\/p>\n

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The Cowboys also signed their UDFA class to deals on Friday. UDFA contracts slot in for less than $3 million each.<\/p>\n

Because all of their contracts are for less than Smith’s deal, they also fall outside of the Top 51 contracts, and therefore don’t impact the team’s cap situation either. Prior to signing Lawrence, the Cowboys have around $8.3 million of cap space remaining<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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First Look: Day 1 of Cowboys 2026 Rookie Minicamp<\/p>\n

May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys linebacker Justin Barron (45) stretching on the field before practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images<\/p>\n

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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys linebacker Justin Barron (45) stretching on the field before practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images<\/p>\n

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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys cornerback Caleb Downs (18) speaks with defensive coordinator Christian Parker during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images<\/p>\n

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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys cornerback Caleb Downs (18) stretches on the field before practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images<\/p>\n

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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys outside linebackers coach Chidera Uzo-Diribe at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images<\/p>\n

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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys linebacker Langston Patterson (47) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images<\/p>\n

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First Look: Day 1 of Cowboys 2026 Rookie Minicamp<\/p>\n

May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys linebacker Jaishawn Barham (55) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images<\/p>\n

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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys linebacker Jaishawn Barham (55) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images<\/p>\n

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First Look: Day 1 of Cowboys 2026 Rookie Minicamp<\/p>\n

May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys linebacker Justin Barron (45) on the field during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images<\/p>\n

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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys linebacker Langston Patterson (47) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images<\/p>\n

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First Look: Day 1 of Cowboys 2026 Rookie Minicamp<\/p>\n

May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys linebacker Jaishawn Barham (55) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images<\/p>\n

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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys linebacker Jaishawn Barham (55) catches a pass during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images<\/p>\n

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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys linebacker Monty Rice (51) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images<\/p>\n

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First Look: Day 1 of Cowboys 2026 Rookie Minicamp<\/p>\n

May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys defensive tackle Kevin Gilliam (94) walks off the field after practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images<\/p>\n

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First Look: Day 1 of Cowboys 2026 Rookie Minicamp<\/p>\n

May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys offensive tackle Cole Hutson (68) and Dallas Cowboys quarterback Maverick McIvor (5) jog off the field after practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images<\/p>\n

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First Look: Day 1 of Cowboys 2026 Rookie Minicamp<\/p>\n

May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys linebacker Jr. Kenneth Murray (59) walks off the field after practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images<\/p>\n

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First Look: Day 1 of Cowboys 2026 Rookie Minicamp<\/p>\n

May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys defensive end Adedayo Odeleye (96) and Dallas Cowboys defensive tackle Tommy Dunn (95) jog off the field after practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images<\/p>\n

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First Look: Day 1 of Cowboys 2026 Rookie Minicamp<\/p>\n

May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys defensive end LT Overton (99) walks off the field after practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images<\/p>\n

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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys running back Dominic Richardson (43) walks off the field after practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images<\/p>\n

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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA;Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Traeshon Holden (80) walks off the field after practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images<\/p>\n

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First Look: Day 1 of Cowboys 2026 Rookie Minicamp<\/p>\n

May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Anthony Smith (83) walks off the field after practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images<\/p>\n

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First Look: Day 1 of Cowboys 2026 Rookie Minicamp<\/p>\n

May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys cornerback Devin Moore (29) on the field during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images<\/p>\n

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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys defensive tackle Kevin Gilliam (94) on the field during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images<\/p>\n

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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys linebacker Jr. Kenneth Murray (59) on the field during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images<\/p>\n

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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys defensive coordinator Christian Parks is interviewed after practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images<\/p>\n

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First Look: Day 1 of Cowboys 2026 Rookie Minicamp<\/p>\n

May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys cornerback Caleb Downs (18) on the field during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images<\/p>\n

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First Look: Day 1 of Cowboys 2026 Rookie Minicamp<\/p>\n

May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys cornerback Caleb Downs (18) on the field during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images<\/p>\n

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First Look: Day 1 of Cowboys 2026 Rookie Minicamp<\/p>\n

May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys cornerback Caleb Downs (18) on the field during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images<\/p>\n

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Cowboys rookies ink $90M Friday, why it only used $4.4M in cap space<\/p>\n

May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys cornerback Caleb Downs (18) on the field during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images<\/p>\n

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First Look: Day 1 of Cowboys 2026 Rookie Minicamp<\/p>\n

May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys head coach Brian Schottenheimer speaks with wide receiver Anthony Smith (83) during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images<\/p>\n

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First Look: Day 1 of Cowboys 2026 Rookie Minicamp<\/p>\n

May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys head coach Brian Schottenheimer on the field during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images<\/p>\n

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First Look: Day 1 of Cowboys 2026 Rookie Minicamp<\/p>\n

May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys offensive tackle Sidney Fugar (69) on the field during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images<\/p>\n

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First Look: Day 1 of Cowboys 2026 Rookie Minicamp<\/p>\n

May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Anthony Smith (83) on the field during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images<\/p>\n

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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys offensive tackle Marcellus Johnson (79) on the field during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images<\/p>\n

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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Jordan Hudson (16) on the field during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images<\/p>\n

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First Look: Day 1 of Cowboys 2026 Rookie Minicamp<\/p>\n

May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Camden Brown (6) on the field during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images<\/p>\n

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First Look: Day 1 of Cowboys 2026 Rookie Minicamp<\/p>\n

May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys offensive tackle Marcellus Johnson (79) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images<\/p>\n

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First Look: Day 1 of Cowboys 2026 Rookie Minicamp<\/p>\n

May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys quarterback Maverick McIvor (5) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images<\/p>\n

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First Look: Day 1 of Cowboys 2026 Rookie Minicamp<\/p>\n

May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys offensive tackle Sidney Fugar (69) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images<\/p>\n

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First Look: Day 1 of Cowboys 2026 Rookie Minicamp<\/p>\n

May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys tight end DJ Rogers (49) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images<\/p>\n

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First Look: Day 1 of Cowboys 2026 Rookie Minicamp<\/p>\n

May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys offensive tackle Cole Hutson (68) on the field during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images<\/p>\n

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First Look: Day 1 of Cowboys 2026 Rookie Minicamp<\/p>\n

May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Anthony Smith (83) on the field during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images<\/p>\n

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First Look: Day 1 of Cowboys 2026 Rookie Minicamp<\/p>\n

May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys linebacker Jaishawn Barham (55) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images<\/p>\n

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First Look: Day 1 of Cowboys 2026 Rookie Minicamp<\/p>\n

May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; DDallas Cowboys cornerback Devin Moore (29) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images<\/p>\n

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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys linebacker Jaishawn Barham (55) on the field during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images<\/p>\n

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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys linebacker Malachi Lawrence (57) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images<\/p>\n

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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys linebacker Justin Barron (45) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images<\/p>\n

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First Look: Day 1 of Cowboys 2026 Rookie Minicamp<\/p>\n

May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys running back Dominic Richardson (43) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images<\/p>\n

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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys defensive end Adedayo Odeleye (96) on the field during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images<\/p>\n

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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys defensive tackle Tommy Dunn (95) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images<\/p>\n

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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys tight end Michael Trigg (46) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images<\/p>\n

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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys tight end Michael Trigg (46) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images<\/p>\n

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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys linebacker Malachi Lawrence (57) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images<\/p>\n

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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Traeshon Holden (80) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images<\/p>\n

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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys cornerback Devin Moore (29) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images<\/p>\n

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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys linebacker Malachi Lawrence (57) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images<\/p>\n

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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys cornerback Caleb Downs (18) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images<\/p>\n

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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys linebacker Jaishawn Barham (55) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images<\/p>\n

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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys defensive end LT Overton (99) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images<\/p>\n

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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys defensive end LT Overton (99) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images<\/p>\n

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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys linebacker Jaishawn Barham (55) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images<\/p>\n

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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Jordan Hudson (16) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images<\/p>\n

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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Anthony Smith (83) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images<\/p>\n

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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys safety Caleb Downs (18) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images<\/p>\n

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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys linebacker Jaishawn Barham (55) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images<\/p>\n

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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys running back Zach Switzer (32) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images<\/p>\n

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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys running back Dominic Richardson (43) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images<\/p>\n

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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys safety Caleb Downs (18) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images<\/p>\n

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First Look: Day 1 of Cowboys 2026 Rookie Minicamp<\/p>\n

May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys cornerback Devin Moore (29) and Dallas Cowboys safety Caleb Downs (18) go through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images<\/p>\n

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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys cornerback Caleb Downs (18) on the field during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images<\/p>\n

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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys long snapper Jacob Graham (39) goes through a drill at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images<\/p>\n

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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys cornerback Devin Moore (29) and Dallas Cowboys safety Caleb Downs (18) go through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images<\/p>\n

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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys cornerback Devin Moore (29) and Dallas Cowboys safety Caleb Downs (18) go through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images<\/p>\n

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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys linebacker Jaishawn Barham (55) on the field during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images<\/p>\n

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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys cornerback Caleb Downs (18) is coached through a drill with defensive coordinator Christian Parker at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images<\/p>\n

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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys cornerback Caleb Downs (18) is coached through a drill with defensive coordinator Christian Parker at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images<\/p>\n

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May 1, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys head coach Brian Schottenheimer on the field during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images<\/p>\n

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