The Dallas Cowboys boasted a top-five passing attack last season, fueled by the dynamic duo of CeeDee Lamb and George Pickens. But as the NFL Draft kicks off tonight, whispers around the league suggest the front office might be looking to add a third elite weapon to that aerial arsenal.
Longtime Cowboys insider Todd Archer stirred the pot on Thursday, revealing during an appearance on Shan & RJ that the team has shown “significant interest” in Arizona State wide receiver Jordyn Tyson. Archer noted that Dallas attended a private workout for Tyson after failing to secure an official pre-draft visit—a clear sign the front office is doing its homework.
Jordyn Tyson: A First-Round Talent?
Tyson has carried a first-round grade for over a year now, and his college résumé backs it up. As a junior in 2024, he hauled in 75 catches for 1,101 yards and 10 touchdowns, helping the Sun Devils capture the Big 12 Championship. He followed that up with a strong 2025 campaign, posting 61 receptions for 711 yards and eight scores in just nine games—despite missing time with injuries.
While he didn’t run the 40-yard dash at the NFL Scouting Combine, Tyson reportedly clocked a blistering 4.49 seconds at his Pro Day, putting any questions about his speed to rest. If the Cowboys pull the trigger, they’d be getting a polished route-runner with big-play ability.
The Pickens Puzzle
But the speculation isn’t just about Tyson’s talent—it’s about the Cowboys’ looming problem at wide receiver. Despite leading the team in receiving last year, George Pickens is not under contract beyond the 2026 season, and there’s been little movement on an extension as training camp approaches. In fact, Jerry Jones Slams Door Shut: Cowboys Halt All Contract Talks with George Pickens, signaling that the team may be preparing for life without him.
This has fueled Cowboys' Pickens Puzzle: Will Draft Night Spark Blockbuster Trade? rumors, with some analysts wondering if Dallas could even move the disgruntled star during the draft. Adding a rookie like Tyson would give the Cowboys a trio of Lamb, Pickens, and the newcomer in 2026, with the rookie eventually sliding into the No. 2 role when Pickens inevitably departs in 2027.
What’s the Plan?
The Cowboys have options. They could stay put and snag Tyson with their first-round pick, or they could pull off a blockbuster move. Cowboys Eyeing Blockbuster Move: Dallas Targets No. 3 Overall Pick—though that would likely be for a quarterback or pass-rusher, not a receiver. Either way, the buzz is real: Dallas is hunting for a wideout tonight.
With the draft clock ticking, all eyes are on the Cowboys’ war room. Will they add a third star to their receiving corps, or will they wait to solve the Pickens problem another day? One thing’s for sure—the speculation is only heating up.
