The Dallas Cowboys are gearing up for the upcoming 2025 NFL draft with 10 picks, including three in the top 100, presenting them with a unique opportunity to address pressing needs. However, historical data shows a stark difference in the success rates of early versus late-round picks. Between 2014 and 2023, only 8% of their fifth-round selections became primary starters, while just about 19% of sixth and seventh-round picks achieved the same. In stark contrast, about 58% of players drafted in the first three rounds became two-season starters. Consequently, there’s immense pressure on the Cowboys to maximize their top picks to truly fill gaps in their roster.