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0:502026 NFL Draft grades: Cowboys Select Malachi Lawrence at No. 23
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Draft Scouting Report
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Summary
Malachi Lawrence may not have gaudy numbers, but he checks many of the physical and stylistic boxes teams look for at the position. He has the frame and twitch to become productive in the NFL, paired with a nonstop motor. Lawrence also showed clear improvement on tape across his three seasons with the Knights.
About
- 2025: First-team All-Big 12
- 2023-25: One of seven FBS players with at least 5.0 sacks in each of past three seasons
Strengths
- Violent, high-effort playing style.
- Broad shoulders and long arms.
- Has shown the ability to win with speed or power.
Weaknesses
- Lean frame could use added bulk and play strength.
- More of an effort rusher than a consistent technical winner.
- Inconsistent from game to game.
Combine Data
- 40-yard dash: 4.52 seconds
- Vertical jump: 40 inches
- Broad jump: 10 feet, 10 inches
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Cowboys' Malachi Lawrence: Picked by Cowboys
The Cowboys selected Lawrence in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft, 23rd overall.
After landing safety Caleb Downs with the 11th overall pick, the Cowboys continue to bolster their defense by adding Lawrence. The 6-foot-4, 253-pound edge rusher was one of the big winners at the combine, posting a 4.52-second 40-yard dash to go with a 40-inch vertical and 130-inch broad jump. Lawrence's explosive athleticism showed up in his UCF box score as well, producing 7.0 sacks and 11.0 tackles for loss as a senior in 2025, though the hope is that Lawrence's rare burst will allow him to make even more of a pass-rushing impact at the NFL level.
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Player Bio
| HT/WT: 6-4, 253 lbs |
| Birthplace: Louisville, KY |
| Age: 22 |