Dallas Cowboys Rookies Poised For Starting Roles, Secondary Reshaped

The Dallas Cowboys face significant challenges and opportunities as they prepare for the 2025 NFL season, particularly in their secondary and running back positions. Injuries to cornerbacks Trevon Diggs and Shavon Revel Jr. have thrust former first-round pick Kaiir Elam into a potentially starting role, with DaRon Bland also taking reps in the slot, though the final lineup remains uncertain. Meanwhile, young safety Juanyeh Thomas is emerging as a breakout candidate, putting veteran Donovan Wilson's future with the team in jeopardy due to both performance and salary cap considerations. On offense, rookie running back Jaydon Blue, selected in the fifth round, is expected by some analysts to take over as the Cowboys' starting running back by midseason, given his explosiveness and the struggles of veterans Javonte Williams and Miles Sanders. The Cowboys also made notable draft picks including Alabama guard Tyler Booker and pass-rusher Donovan Ezeiruaku, the latter being highlighted as potentially more exciting than 2024 Heisman winner Travis Hunter due to his pass-rushing prowess and the advantage of playing alongside Micah Parsons. With a historically competitive NFC East division, Dallas looks to blend veteran resilience with youthful talent to strengthen their roster for the upcoming season.