Current Wide Receiver Situation for the Cowboys
FRISCO, Texas — The Dallas Cowboys have a total of twelve wide receivers on their roster after the 2025 NFL Draft. Only the defensive and offensive lines have more players. A key question remains: who will step up as the WR2 alongside CeeDee Lamb, as he requires a strong partner to complement him?
Roster Depth Chart
As of April 28, the depth chart for wide receivers looks like this, with no specific ranking except for Lamb at the top:
- CeeDee Lamb
- Jalen Tolbert
- Jonathan Mingo
- Jalen Brooks
- Ryan Flournoy
- KaVontae Turpin
- Parris Campbell
- Kelvin Harmon
- Seth Williams
- Jalen Cropper
- Josh Kelly, UDFA 2025
- Traeshon Holden, UDFA 2025
Uncertainty About WR2
Which of these players can confidently be designated as WR2 for the 2025 season? If you have a name in mind, you may be more assured than the Cowboys themselves, who publicly acknowledged their uncertainty during press conferences after the draft.
Executive Insights on WR Options
Stephen Jones, the Cowboys’ executive vice president, remarked that they see potential in players like Jonathan Mingo and Jalen Tolbert to fill the WR2 role, but none have proven themselves yet at that level. He indicated ongoing interest in enhancing the receiver group as they wait for future opportunities.
Free Agency and Veteran Options
While the Cowboys opted not to draft any wide receivers and only signed undrafted free agents Holden and Kelly, they still hold hope with connections like that of Holden and Junior Adams. With Tyler Lockett moving to the Tennessee Titans, the Cowboys now have potential veteran options available, such as Amari Cooper and Keenan Allen, both of whom could fill the WR2 role effectively.
Future Moves and Cap Space
The Cowboys have approximately $37 million in cap space, making the possibility of signing a proven veteran likely. Despite previous trade discussions that did not materialize, there’s a strong chance the team will pursue external options to solidify the WR2 position.
Looking Ahead
According to owner Jerry Jones, the search for WR2 is ongoing, as the team considers free agency opportunities. Any potential signing would not impact their compensatory draft picks for 2026. As the upcoming training camp approaches, the existing wide receivers must be ready to compete and prove their worth for the position.
