Heartbreak for Packers fans, but a strategic win for the Dallas Cowboys! Their season's over, but the Cowboys' draft position for 2026 is now crystal clear, thanks to the Micah Parsons trade. Let's break down this complex situation, shall we?
First off, the Green Bay Packers' season concluded after a tough Wild Card loss to the Chicago Bears. While it's a tough pill for Packers fans to swallow, it directly impacts the Cowboys. You see, Dallas owns Green Bay's first-round pick in the upcoming draft.
This isn't the only draft pick the Cowboys have acquired. They also have the Packers' first-rounder in 2027. But, things get a little more complicated, because the Cowboys sent the better of their first-round picks in 2027 to the New York Jets in the Quinnen Williams deal.
So, where do the Cowboys pick? Because the Packers lost, the Cowboys will be picking at number 20 overall, a result of the Packers' loss. If the Carolina Panthers had won their game, the Cowboys would have picked at number 19.
And this is the part most people miss... the Cowboys' own pick will be at number 12 overall. So, we now know exactly where both of their first-round picks will be. This sets the stage for some exciting draft scenarios.
But here's where it gets controversial... Do you think the Cowboys made the right moves by trading for these picks? Do you think it will pay off? Share your thoughts below!