Cowboys Scout Tight Ends for Draft

Dallas Cowboys Scouts Eyeing Tight Ends: Eli Stowers and Michael Trigg

The Dallas Cowboys are intensifying their scouting efforts for defense following a challenging 2025 season, but theyre not overlooking offense. Tight end Eli Stowers, a 22-year-old former Vanderbilt standout, has a visit scheduled with the Cowboys. Stowers, projected as a solid second-round pick in the 2026 draft, showcased impressive athleticism at the combine, running a 4.51 40-yard dash, leaping 45.5 inches vertically, and jumping 11 feet 3 inches broadly. He transitioned from quarterback to tight end, excelling at Vanderbilt with 62 catches for 769 yards and 4 touchdowns last season.

Despite fan and analyst expectations of a dynamic receiver, Stowers second-round projection conflicts with the Cowboys picks at 12, 20, and 92. Meanwhile, the Cowboys coaches attended Michael Triggs pro day at Baylor, admiring his massive frame, 7-foot wingspan, 34.25-inch arms, and large hands.

Even with Jake Fergusons four-year, $52 million extension through 2029, the Cowboys aim for more depth at tight end. Ferguson rebounded in 2025 with 82 catches, 600 yards, and 8 touchdowns after injuries hindered his performance. This scouting push indicates the Cowboys focus on building versatility at tight end, regardless of the draft outcome.

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