Dallas Cowboys rookie draft class jersey numbers revealed
The Dallas Cowboys have revealed the jersey numbers for their 2026 rookie draft class, with first-round pick Caleb Downs assigned number 18. Several other rookies and new roster additions have also been assigned numbers, including Malachi Lawrence at 57 and Jaishawn Barham at 55. Some veteran players and free agent signings have changed numbers, sparking discussion among fans.
- ▪Caleb Downs, the Cowboys' first-round pick, will wear jersey number 18.
- ▪Cobie Durant, a free agent signee, currently holds number 2, which Downs wore in college.
- ▪Other rookies include Malachi Lawrence (57), Jaishawn Barham (55), and LT Overton (99).
- ▪Veteran Malik Hooker may be switching from number 28 to 24, with Shavon Revel potentially taking 28.
- ▪Donovan Ezeiruaku changed from number 41 to 6, and Kenny Clark switched from 95 to 97.
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