The Dallas Cowboys could use the 12th overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft in several ways, but head coach Brian Schottenheimer narrowed the options slightly when discussing his vision.
Schottenheimer said he wants "game-changers" who can win in isolation situations. He added that this includes wide receivers against cornerbacks and defensive ends facing off with tackles. That makes it seem unlikely the team will go with a running back, which has been a popular pick, but leaves a pass-rusher on the table.
Adding another EDGE seems to be a high probability now that Ryan Fowler said the coaching staff and front office are spending extended time with Texas A&M defensive end Shemar Stewart.
Stewart has been linked to the Cowboys throughout the draft process and said he was eager to learn from their current superstar on the edge, Micah Parsons.
The Texas A&M product is an intriguing prospect who didn't put up elite numbers during his collegiate career. In three seasons, he had 65 tackles and just 4.5 sacks.
Despite the lack of production, he's seen as a top-15 pick due to his immense ceiling. The 6-foot-5, 267-pound Stewart has incredible arm length (just over 34 inches), and a 4.59 in the 40-yard dash, and has a 40-inch vertical jump.
Other defensive prospects with elite traits, such as Travon Walker, have proven they can have better pro careers than they did in college with the right coaching. Perhaps the Cowboys believe that will be the case with Stewart.
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