Cowboys undrafted TE DJ Rogers faces tough competition for roster spot
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: May 31, 2026, 6:30 PM
Last updated May 31, 2026
DJ Rogers, an undrafted free agent tight end, is attempting to secure a place on the Dallas Cowboys' roster. Competing with veteran players and fellow undrafted free agent Michael Trigg, Rogers aims to improve his blocking and receiving skills. He had a productive final season at TCU but enters training camp with a low roster chance at 10%. The Cowboys currently have a crowded tight end position with experienced players like Jake Ferguson and Luke Schoonmaker. Rogers hopes to impress enough in training camp to earn a spot on the practice squad.
- •Rogers led TCU tight ends in receiving last season.
- •He signed with the Cowboys as a UDFA in 2026.
- •Currently facing stiff competition from established veterans.
- •Rogers has a projected 10% chance of making the roster.
- •Improvement needed in blocking and route running skills.
- 6:30 PMYahoo Sports — Cowboys 2026 roster rundown: TE DJ Rogers
"UDFA tight end is trying to sneak onto the Cowboys roster
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