What the experts are saying about the Cowboys' twelfth overall pick
Updated: April 3, 2025 12:15pm ET
← Back to all 2025 NFL Draft newsKiper, Yates debate Cowboys' WR need in first round
ESPN analysts Mel Kiper and Field Yates discussed the Cowboys' need at wide receiver, with Kiper highlighting Texas WR Matthew Golden as a potential target at #12. Golden, who ran a blazing 4.29 at the combine, averaged over 20 yards per catch in nine games last season and has moved ahead of Arizona's Tetairoa McMillan on many draft boards.
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Which side of the ball will they target?
Dallas Cowboys offense or defense first?
Seven-round mock addresses Cowboys' multiple needs
CBS Sports projects the Cowboys to select Texas WR Matthew Golden at #12 overall to complement CeeDee Lamb, followed by Ole Miss CB Trey Amos in the second round to help offset Trevon Diggs' injury. The mock also has Dallas targeting Oregon DL Jordan Burch in round three and Texas QB Quinn Ewers as a developmental prospect on Day 3.
Breaking down Cowboys' early and late round targets
Blogging The Boys analyzes potential Cowboys targets across all rounds, highlighting Texas CB Jahdae Barron as a potential first-round option who could immediately replace Jourdan Lewis in the slot. The analysis also suggests Missouri OL Armand Membou as another first-round possibility who could start immediately at right guard.
