Cowboys bring in intriguing small-school LB ahead of draft
It was reported that the Dallas Cowboys have added Louisiana linebacker Jaden Dugger to their Top 30 visits
With just a handful of days remaining before the 2026 NFL Draft, the Dallas Cowboys continue doing their homework on under-the-radar prospects. The club has brought in a wide swath of the upcoming draft class, bringing in prospects ranging from top-5 pick contenders to UDFAs. This past Wednesday, Nick Harris of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram reported Dallas has added Louisiana linebacker Jaden Dugger to their 30 pre-draft visits.
Add another Cowboys 30 visit to the tally: Louisiana-Lafayette LB Jaden Dugger https://t. co/0anwezpVij — Nick Harris (@NickHarrisFWST) April 15, 2026 A Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania native who started his career at Georgetown, Dugger played safety for two years there. He recorded 58 tackles (35 solo tackles), three sacks, and an interception.
nine pass deflections and force fumble in 19 games at the FCS level. After the 2023 season, he entered the transfer and committed to play for the Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns. During the 2024 and 2025 seasons Dugger accumulated more than 2,000 snaps and achieved 162 tackles, including 86 solo tackles, five sacks, two forced fumbles, 12 quarterback pressures, and one interception.
In coverage he limited opposing receivers to an average of 9. 0 yards per reception, as reported by PFF. Jaden Dugger Pro day mesurements Jaden Dugger is a LB prospect in the 2026 draft class.