We are once again taking a look at potential draft targets for the Cowboys in 2027 from the biggest games on Saturday.
Texas begins SEC play with a difficult trip to Neyland Stadium, where both teams enter with 3-0 records. The Longhorns have already beaten Ohio State, while Tennessee has scored at least 42 points in every game. This will be the first meeting between the programs on either school’s campus and should give several highly rated prospects their strongest test since the opening weeks of the season.
**Texas: Cam Coleman, Wide Receiver**
Coleman arrived at Texas after two seasons with Auburn and has quickly become one of Arch Manning’s most dangerous targets. So far this season he has 11 receptions for 178 yards and four touchdowns through three games. His average of 16.2 yards per catch shows that Texas is using him to create explosive plays rather than relying on short, easy completions.
His size and body control stand out immediately. Coleman can reach passes outside his frame and win against tight coverage. He also accelerates well for a taller receiver, allowing him to threaten defensive backs deep before stopping or breaking across the middle. Four touchdowns from only 11 catches show how dangerous he already is near the end zone.
Coleman could give Dallas another large target without removing speed from the offense. His ability to win near the sideline would fit Dak Prescott’s willingness to give trusted receivers opportunities against one-on-one coverage. Putting Coleman opposite Lamb could also make it much harder for defenses to concentrate their coverage on one side of the formation. He is likely to receive first-round consideration.
**Tennessee: Arion Carter, Linebacker**
Carter returned for his senior season after withdrawing from the 2026 NFL Draft. He led the SEC with 7.6 tackles per game last year, finishing with 76 tackles and 1.5 sacks in ten appearances. He has accumulated 161 tackles and 13.5 tackles for loss during his Tennessee career.
Carter plays with speed and arrives at the ball with force. He reads running plays quickly, moves through traffic without taking a wide route and has enough acceleration to close on a runner before a small opening becomes a large gain. He can also attack as a blitzer or move into short-zone coverage. His main test will be showing greater control when changing direction against quicker players in space.
Dallas handed rookie Jaishawn Barham the green-dot helmet and the responsibility of communicating the defensive calls, but one young linebacker does not complete the position. DeMarvion Overshown has experienced major injury problems and has shown availability is an issue. That makes linebacker a big need next year.
Carter would bring experience, physical tackling and leadership to the middle of the defense. He could play alongside Barham on early downs, help defend mobile quarterbacks and add value as a blitzer. His ability to remain on the field in more than one defensive package would make him more valuable than a linebacker limited to stopping the run.
Oregon travels to the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum for a major Big Ten game against unbeaten USC. The Trojans are scoring more than 40 points per game, while Oregon’s defense is allowing only 110.7 rushing yards per contest.
**Oregon: Matayo Uiagalelei, Edge Rusher**
Uiagalelei is a 6-foot-5, 272-pound defender with the size to play with his hand on the ground or from a standing position. He recorded 34 tackles, 9.5 tackles for loss, six sacks, four pass breakups and two forced fumbles in 2025. He has added another two sacks through Oregon’s opening three games this season.
His combination of length and power makes him difficult for offensive tackles to control. Uiagalelei can extend his arms into a blocker’s chest and then decide whether to attack inside or around the edge. He is also strong enough to hold his position against the run rather than becoming a player who only helps on passing downs.
Uiagalelei has the frame to fit Dallas’ defensive front without becoming a weakness against the run. He could rotate initially and even move inside in certain passing situations. His versatility would allow the Christian Parker to change the front without replacing several players.
**USC: Elijah Paige, Offensive Tackle**
Paige is a 6-foot-7, 315-pound left tackle who has been starting for USC since the end of his true freshman season. He earned Freshman All-American recognition in 2024 and returned healthy in 2026 after surgery ended his previous season early.
His length makes it difficult for pass rushers to take the shortest route towards the quarterback. Paige can make contact before the defender reaches his body and use his size to guide speed rushers beyond the pocket. USC’s experienced offensive line allowed only one sack per game in 2025, and Paige remains one of its most important pieces.
Offensive tackle will come up here every week until Terence Steele gives us a reason not to. The Cowboys need more competition and better depth around Dak Prescott, especially after injuries have already tested the offensive line this year.
Paige has starting experience at left tackle, but his size could allow a team to test him on either side. Dallas could bring him in as competition rather than forcing him into the lineup immediately, giving the coaching staff time to improve his balance and hand placement.
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