Caleb Downs Joins the Cowboys

Cowboys owner Jerry Jones made the aggressive move to bolster a defense that ranked among the league's worst last season.

Downs, a standout at Ohio State, had even sent a playful warning to Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes before the draft began.

The trade involved a swap with the Miami Dolphins, who then moved back to select offensive lineman Kadyn Proctor.

Giants star Malik Nabers expressed his frustration over the move, noting the challenge of facing Downs twice a year in the NFC East.