Is Indiana star D'Angelo Ponds a name to consider as Cowboys look to fill need at CB?
Cowboys insider Joseph Hoyt breaks down Ponds' playmaking ability, emphasizing why the 5-8 player could line up as an outside cornerback.
Indiana defensive back D'Angelo Ponds (5) returns an interception for a touchdown against Oregon quarterback Dante Moore (5) during the first half of the Peach Bowl NCAA college football playoff semifinal, Friday, Jan. 9, 2026, in Atlanta. (Mike Stewart/AP) In the past, the Dallas Cowboys targeted cornerbacks with certain traits.
A particular aspect they sought was for a player to have arms that were 32 inches or longer. With Christian Parker running the defense, it appears Dallas is moving on from that trait. Does that mean the team could consider a prospect like Indiana standout D'Angelo Ponds?
Cowboys insider Joseph Hoyt says the team could consider Ponds in Round 2 in the event of a trade back. While Ponds stands at 5-8, his playmaking impact is undeniable. He notably lined up as an outside corner and played a pivotal role in Indiana's recent national title run.
Ponds finished the 2025 season with 61 total tackles, four tackles for loss, two interceptions, one pick-six and a forced fumble. He also posted an impressive 42. 5-inch vertical at the NFL combine.