Cowboys Star Tyler Booker Works Out With Elite OT Prospect

Booker's workout with Alabama's Kadyn Proctor raises questions about Dallas' draft plans.

Apr. 11, 2026 at 9:18pm

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A fractured, geometric painting in the style of Picasso, depicting a football game or match with sharp, overlapping planes of color representing the players and action on the field.The Cowboys' investment in offensive line talent could shape their draft strategy, as star guard Tyler Booker's workout with elite tackle prospect Kadyn Proctor raises questions about Dallas' priorities.Dallas Today

Despite being a surprise first-round pick in 2022, Dallas Cowboys guard Tyler Booker has proven to be an excellent selection. Booker has elevated the interior of the Cowboys' offensive line, but the team still has questions at tackle. In a recent video, Booker was seen working out with former Alabama left tackle Kadyn Proctor, who is expected to be a first-round pick in the upcoming NFL Draft. This has led to speculation that the Cowboys could target an offensive lineman in the first round again, even with other pressing needs on the roster.

Why it matters

The Cowboys have a history of prioritizing offensive line talent in the draft, even when other positions seem to be a higher priority. Booker's workout with Proctor suggests the team may be considering another early-round investment in the offensive line, which could impact their approach to addressing other roster needs.

The details

Booker, who was a surprise first-round pick by the Cowboys in 2022, has emerged as one of the team's best offensive linemen. He stepped in at right guard, replacing future Hall of Famer Zack Martin, and has helped elevate the interior of the Cowboys' offensive line. However, the team still has questions at tackle, with Tyler Guyton still developing and Terence Steele struggling to live up to his contract.

  • Booker was recently seen in a video working out with former Alabama teammate Kadyn Proctor.

The players

Tyler Booker

A guard for the Dallas Cowboys who was a surprise first-round pick in 2022 but has proven to be an excellent selection, elevating the interior of the Cowboys' offensive line.

Kadyn Proctor

A former left tackle at Alabama who is expected to be a first-round pick in the upcoming NFL Draft. He is considered a consensus elite offensive tackle prospect.

Zack Martin

A future Hall of Fame guard who Booker replaced on the Cowboys' offensive line.

Tyler Guyton

A Cowboys tackle who is still developing.

Terence Steele

A Cowboys tackle who has struggled to live up to his contract.

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What they’re saying

“Proctor is a mass of humanity with rare size and length at his command. He's capable as a move blocker but shines when rolling downhill as a bona-fide people mover with bulldozing power.”

— Lance Zierlein, NFL.com analyst

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