The Dallas Cowboys’ 2025 rookie class is already turning heads.
After a disappointing 2024 campaign that exposed key flaws on both sides of the ball—especially in the trenches—the front office doubled down on physicality, toughness, and versatility.
From a first-round starter to late-round sleepers, this class could produce multiple immediate contributors.
Here’s a full breakdown of the most impactful Cowboys rookies and their projected 2025 stats as training camp is about to begin.
Tyler Booker the Anchor for the Offensive Line
Booker was drafted to fill the massive void left by Zack Martin. The Alabama mauler combines power and polish, and he’s expected to start Week One.
Projected 2025 Stats:
- Games Started: 17
- Sacks Allowed: 2
- Penalties: 4
- PFF Grade: 74.5
His presence and aggressiveness should improve both the run game and pass protection, giving Dak Prescott more time and the backs more lanes.
I had to ask #Cowboys rookie OL Tyler Booker about the viral video of him pushing a kid at his camp in a race.
“No one was beating Tyler Booker at The Tyler Booker Football Camp,” he said with a smile.
It’s another example of his competitive fire. https://t.co/vu3yaAD5t2 pic.twitter.com/EA82bB2tp5
— Joseph Hoyt (@JoeJHoyt) July 10, 2025
Donovan Ezeiruaka the High Motor Disruptor
Ezeiruaka is a tenacious pass rusher from Boston College who’s expected to be a rotational piece behind Micah Parsons, Dante Fowler Jr., and Marshawn Kneeland.
Projected 2025 Stats:
- Games Played: 16
- Starts: 5
- Sacks: 6.0
- Tackles: 42
- TFLs: 8
- QB Hits: 14
He will bring speed off the edge and help maintain pressure when Parsons is off the field. Some believe he will have more of an impact next season.
Will Donovan Ezeiruaku play a big role in Dallas as a rookie?
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— PFF College (@PFF_College) June 25, 2025
Shavon Revel Jr. is a Big Corner with Starting Upside
Revel’s recovery from an ACL tear may slow his start, but once healthy, his size (6’2”) and physicality make him a candidate to compete with Kaiir Elam for CB3 reps.
Projected 2025 Stats:
- Games Played: 15
- Starts: 7
- Tackles: 38
- Passes Defended: 9
- INTs:1
His development could be a game-changer in Dallas’ secondary by midseason.
Shavon Revel has "first round corner" on his driver's license pic.twitter.com/rhvqegHk2i
— Voch Lombardi (@VochLombardi) April 29, 2025
Jaydon Blue the Explosive X-Factor
Jaydon Blue brings elite speed and home-run potential to the Cowboys’ backfield. His vision and burst could make him a dangerous change-of-pace and potential starter with more experience.
Projected 2025 Stats:
- Games Played: 16
- Rushing Yards: 490
- Rushing TDs: 3
- Receptions: 42
- Receiving Yards: 510
Blue may emerge as the starter by season’s end and a fan favorite with game-breaking potential.
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Jay Toia a Run Stuffer with Upside
Toia is a powerful, wide-bodied interior lineman (6’3”, 342 lbs) who plays with heavy hands and solid gap control. He’ll compete for early rotational snaps at nose tackle.
Projected 2025 Stats:
- Games Played: 12
- Tackles: 24
- TFLs: 3
- Sacks: 1
- Run Stop Rate: 32%
Toia gives the Cowboys a true run-stuffer—something they lacked in their 29th-ranked defense in 2024.
beware of Toia in the trenches ⚠️@JayToia_102 | @UCLAFootball pic.twitter.com/EFFvwIHbX4
— Dallas Cowboys (@dallascowboys) April 26, 2025
Shemar James Brings Physicality
Shemar James can get sideline-to-sideline and has strong special-teams potential. While he’ll back up Marist Liufau and Kenneth Murray Jr., James could sneak into sub-packages.
Projected 2025 Stats:
- Games Played 15
- Tackles: 32
- Special Teams Tackles: 12
- Forced Fumbles: 1
He will be one of the first rookies to make an impact on special teams.
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A Deep Class Built to Contribute Now
From the trenches to the secondary, this rookie class has a clear theme: physicality and versatility.
Tyler Booker should be a rock on the offensive line from day one. Ezeiruaku and Revel could emerge as high-impact defensive contributors by mid-season. Blue is a breakout candidate with a modern skill set, and the Toia gives Dallas much-needed interior depth.
