The 2021 draft for the Dallas Cowboys saw them pivot from their initial picks to select Micah Parsons at No. 12, leading to remarkable success. Parsons has become a standout linebacker, achieving 52.5 sacks in his first four seasons, ranking sixth in NFL history. Meanwhile, other picks like Kelvin Joseph and Chauncey Golston struggled post-draft, with Joseph eventually bouncing between teams and Golston signing with the New York Giants. Overall, the Cowboys secured significant talent, particularly Parsons and Osa Odighizuwa, solidifying their defense for the future.