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Who are you watching in this year’s Senior Bowl?
The Dallas Cowboys are preparing for the 2025 NFL Draft and one important scouting stop along the way is the Senior Bowl. The game will be played this Saturday (Feb 1) at 2:30 PM ET. Here are 10 players the Cowboys should keep tabs on during the game.
Conerly has elite foot speed, lateral agility, and good technical skills in pass protection. His ability to mirror edge rushers and manage complex blocking schemes would be beneficial for the Cowboys’ offensive line that certainly had its bad moments last year. He’s best described as effective as a run blocker with versatility in both zone and gap schemes. His background as a high school running back helps him understand the requirements to be an upfront blocker.
With the Cowboys needing depth at cornerback, Thomas’s connection to Juanyeh Thomas as his younger brother makes him an interesting prospect. His size and fluidity suggest he could be a good fit, though he’ll need time to develop.
Dallas has an obvious need at running back, especially under the impending Brian Schottenheimer scheme. Gordon is a Fort Worth native, which adds a hometown appeal, but he’s also a versatile back capable of thriving in both zone and gap schemes, huge check marks at this stage. His patient running style, vision, and ability to make defenders miss in the hole would complement the Cowboys’ offensive strategy, which has historically valued a robust running game. His size (6’2”, 225 lbs) also allows him to be a power runner when needed, potentially replacing the production lost with Rico Dowdle if the coaches opt to not bring him back.
Gordon’s does carry some off-field red flags issues (like a DUI arrest), which could be a cause of concern for some teams. But his on-field talent and fit within the Cowboys’ scheme make him a compelling prospect.
Dart’s arm talent is evident, but his inconsistencies make him a later-round pick. If he performs well at the Senior Bowl, he could be an intriguing developmental quarterback for the Cowboys to sit behind Dak Prescott. At this stage, Cooper Rush and Trey Lance are both free agents, leaving the QB2 spot up for grabs.
As a potential complement to Micah Parsons, Green’s performance in the Senior Bowl could see him rise up draft boards rapidly. His skills as a pass rusher are notable, though he needs to work on his run defense. He would be an excellent fit for the Cowboys due to his explosive pass-rushing abilities and high football IQ. Green has demonstrated he can be a game-changer off the edge, which would add significant pressure from the Cowboys’ defensive line. His list of accolades, which includes All-American honors, suggests he can step in and contribute immediately, enhancing the Cowboys’...
