The Dallas Cowboys’ Busy Week at the 2025 NFL Scouting Combine
It was a busy week for the Dallas Cowboys at the 2025 NFL Scouting Combine. While the team got a look at some of the 2025 NFL draft’s top prospects, free agency updates also dominated conversations in Indianapolis. Now that the combine has wrapped up at Lucas Oil Stadium, let’s take a look at what we learned about the Cowboys over the last week:
Cowboys Begin Talks with Osa Odighizuwa
The Cowboys kicked off the week by revealing that negotiations started with free agent defensive tackle Osa Odighizuwa. He has become a fixture in the Cowboys defensive line his first four seasons and is coming off a season with a career-high 4.5 sacks and 23 quarterback hits.
What About Dallas’ Other Veteran Free Agents?
According to The News’ David Moore, club officials hope to retain free agents Jourdan Lewis and Rico Dowdle. The team is also looking to get a better feel for whether DeMarcus Lawrence wants to continue his career.
Could Dallas Take a QB in the 2025 NFL Draft?
Earlier in the week, Stephen Jones said he doesn’t expect Trey Lance to return to Dallas in 2025. The Cowboys originally gave up a fourth-round pick for Lance in 2023.
How Will the Team Approach the Future without Zack Martin?
Zack Martin informed the organization of his plan to retire in February. His departure leaves a Hall of Fame void on the Cowboys’ offensive line. How does the team plan to move forward without Martin? Jones seemed confident players like Brock Hoffman and Cooper Beebe can handle the interior of the line with Tyler Smith. He also indicated the premium the club has placed on that position in recent drafts would continue.
Members of the Coaching World Endorse Brian Schottenheimer
Brian Schottenheimer received plenty of praise from his peers ahead of his first year as Cowboys head coach. Pete Carroll was among the names offering optimistic thoughts on Schottenheimer’s coaching future.
Schottenheimer and Co. Hit the Ground Running
The new Cowboys head coach took his entire staff to Indianapolis this week to help everyone be on the same page for the April draft. Free agency hits before then. Schottenheimer has met with Jerry and Stephen Jones and Will McClay, the Cowboys vice president of player personnel, about how to proceed.
No Bus Meeting from Jerry Jones
Jerry Jones normally holds a Cowboys state of the union on his bus during the NFL scouting combine. Not this year. Jones was tentatively scheduled to meet with the media Friday afternoon after his arrival at the combine. But a club spokesperson said the Cowboys owner had a conflict with other commitments and meetings that had been scheduled. He’s still expected to be available to address the team’s offseason approach next week.
Conclusion
The Dallas Cowboys had a busy week at the 2025 NFL Scouting Combine, with updates on free agency and the draft dominating the conversation. From negotiations with Osa Odighizuwa to the potential for a quarterback draft pick, there’s plenty to keep an eye on as the team looks to build for the future.
FAQs
Q: What’s the status of Osa Odighizuwa’s negotiations with the Cowboys?
A: The Cowboys have begun talks with Odighizuwa, with the possibility of using the franchise or transition tag on him.
Q: Who are the Cowboys hoping to retain as free agents?
A: The team is looking to keep Jourdan Lewis and Rico Dowdle, and is still trying to gauge DeMarcus Lawrence’s interest in continuing his career.
Q: Will the Cowboys draft a quarterback in 2025?
A: Stephen Jones doesn’t expect Trey Lance to return, but the team is open to drafting a quarterback to develop.
Q: How will the Cowboys move forward without Zack Martin?
A: Jones is confident in players like Brock Hoffman and Cooper Beebe to handle the interior of the line with Tyler Smith, and the team will continue to prioritize that position in future drafts.
