Caleb Downs and Malachi Lawrence stand out at Cowboys training camp
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 2, 2026, 12:47 AM
Last updated Aug 2, 2026
At the Dallas Cowboys training camp in Oxnard, rookies Caleb Downs and Malachi Lawrence are making impressions ahead of the season. Both first-round picks have been effective in offensive drills, showcasing their skills in a new defensive scheme. Downs has shown playmaking ability, while Lawrence has been noted for his potential to enhance the pass rush. Jaishawn Barham, a third-round pick, has also been highlighted for his strong performances, actively disrupting offensive plays. Cowboys owner Jerry Jones commented positively on the trio’s early efforts as training camp continues.
- •Caleb Downs and Malachi Lawrence are impressing in early drills
- •Both rookies adapting well to Christian Parker's defensive system
- •Jaishawn Barham is actively disrupting the offense during practice
- •Jerry Jones praised the trio's instincts and potential
- •Training camp activity continues as the season approaches
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"Caleb Downs, Malachi Lawrence, and Jaishawn Barham are dominating early in Oxnard, disrupting the offense and flashing the elite playmaking instincts needed to transform the Dallas defense.
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