As the NFL draft approaches, analysts Mel Kiper Jr. (ESPN), Dane Brugler (The Athletic), and Todd McShay (The Ringer) have all predicted that the Dallas Cowboys will trade their No. 12 overall pick to the Cleveland Browns for the No. 6 pick to select linebacker Sonny Styles from Ohio State. This consensus among experts indicates the Cowboys' strong interest in securing one of the elite players in this year's draft class.

Kiper's mock draft suggests a direct swap where the Cowboys send their No. 12 and No. 20 picks to the Browns in exchange for the No. 6 and No. 39 picks. He emphasizes that Styles, who boasts an impressive 4.46-second 40-yard dash and 77 tackles last season, would significantly enhance the Cowboys' struggling defense.

Brugler's projection involves the Cowboys giving up a future fourth-round pick along with their first-round selections, highlighting Styles as an immediate starter and a leader on the field. He also mentions cornerback Treydan Stukes as a potential pick at No. 39.

McShay's scenario has the Cowboys trading the No. 12 pick along with the No. 92 pick and a second-rounder in 2027. He notes Styles' high football IQ and athleticism, which are crucial for the Cowboys' defensive scheme. McShay also suggests they could use their remaining No. 20 pick to address their secondary needs, potentially selecting cornerback Jermod McCoy from Tennessee.

Overall, the Cowboys are making strategic moves to strengthen their roster ahead of the draft, focusing on both linebacker and secondary positions.