Dallas Cowboys Could Create NFL's Best WR Trio By Adding 14-TD Superstar

The Cowboys already have a strong receiving duo, but could add another elite talent in the draft.

Mar. 21, 2026 at 9:35pm

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The Dallas Cowboys have one of the best wide receiver duos in the NFL with George Pickens and CeeDee Lamb, along with running back Javonte Williams. The team is looking to improve its offense even further and could target Ohio State receiver Carnell Tate with the 12th overall pick in the upcoming draft.

Why it matters

Adding Tate to the Cowboys' offense would give them one of the most dangerous receiving trios in the league, potentially making their offense unstoppable. Tate's 14 touchdowns in college show he is an elite talent that could take the Cowboys' offense to new heights.

The details

The Cowboys are looking to add more firepower to their offense after missing out on Las Vegas Raiders star Maxx Crosby in free agency. They have already made moves to improve the defense by adding Kenny Clark and Cobie Durant, while also re-signing Williams and franchise tagging Pickens. Drafting Tate with the 12th overall pick could be the final piece to create an unstoppable offense.

  • The 2026 NFL Draft is scheduled for April 24-26, 2026.

The players

George Pickens

A wide receiver for the Dallas Cowboys who was franchise tagged this offseason.

CeeDee Lamb

A wide receiver for the Dallas Cowboys and part of their elite receiving duo.

Javonte Williams

A running back for the Dallas Cowboys who recently signed a three-year contract extension.

Carnell Tate

A wide receiver prospect from Ohio State University who is projected to be drafted by the Dallas Cowboys with the 12th overall pick.

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What they’re saying

“It's unclear whether George Pickens will be traded or play in Dallas on the franchise tag. If Pickens stays, adding Tate on the outside and moving CeeDee Lamb into the slot would be a beautiful setup for quarterback Dak Prescott.”

— Chad Reuter, NFL.com writer

What’s next

The Cowboys will have to decide whether to trade Pickens or keep him on the franchise tag, and then determine if they want to use their 12th overall pick to select Carnell Tate in the 2026 NFL Draft.

The takeaway

The Dallas Cowboys have a chance to create one of the most dominant receiving trios in the NFL by adding Carnell Tate to their existing duo of George Pickens and CeeDee Lamb. This would give quarterback Dak Prescott an abundance of offensive firepower and make the Cowboys' offense nearly unstoppable.