Cowboys Draft Ezeiruaku With 44th Pick

The Dallas Cowboys selected Boston College edge rusher Donovan Ezeiruaku with the 44th overall pick in the second round of the 2025 NFL Draft, prioritizing defensive help after losing DeMarcus Lawrence. Ezeiruaku, the 2024 ACC Defensive Player of the Year and a consensus All-American, led the nation with 16.5 sacks and 20.5 tackles for loss, earning the Ted Hendricks Award. The Cowboys valued his pass-rushing abilities, athleticism, and high character, seeing him as a strong complement to All-Pro Micah Parsons. Ezeiruaku overcame a disappointing junior year to become one of Boston College’s most decorated players, demonstrating notable resilience and work ethic. The selection reflects Dallas’s focus on building strength along the defensive line and following their draft board rather than reaching for other needs. Team leaders and coaches have expressed strong support for the pick.