For months, the Cowboys and the Sanders name have been loosely linked—Deion, Shedeur, and sometimes even Travis Hunter. It always felt like there was a spark there. But with the NFL Draft drawing near and everything in flux, Jerry Jones seems to be rethinking his next big splash. Sure, Dallas still needs a backup quarterback, and maybe they grab one late. But with Dak Prescott as the clear starter—and CeeDee Lamb needing a true partner on the field—the Cowboys face a much bigger decision.

Do they make a blockbuster move for a unicorn like Travis Hunter? Or do they play it smart and swing for the perfect fit? Let’s start with Hunter. He’s electric. In 2024, he put up 1,258 receiving yards and four interceptions, proving he’s a rare two-way talent and a flat-out showman. According to Dianna Russini, Jerry Jones is “enamored” with his star power. And honestly, who wouldn’t be? But Hunter’s price tag is steep. As a projected top-5 pick, he’d cost Dallas multiple high picks—maybe too much, considering their other needs.

Now enter the 1319 yards WR…

On the March 31st episode of Yahoo! Sports, CBS Sports’ analyst Chris Trapasso made a bold pitch to Cowboys Nation. “I think the Cowboys just need an ex-receiver so badly, and that is precisely what T. McMillan is,” Trapasso said. And the stars might be aligning—if [Tetairoa] McMillan falls to Dallas at No. 12, this could be the perfect match. But why is McMillan such a hot name?

For starters, he’s built for the role. At 6’4”, 220 pounds, he’s a big-bodied, contested-catch machine. He spent 75% of his snaps on the outside at Arizona, racking up 1,319 yards, 8 touchdowns, and 84 catches in 2024. “He’s a good contested catch receiver. He’s not Mike Evans, but he can rebound and box out,” explained Trapasso. “He’s not going to get open a ton, but he’s really good after the catch because he’s just a moose. He’s big. And he wants to create in those situations.”

And it’s not just about stats—it’s about fit. For Dak Prescott, McMillan would be a game-changer. “I think it would prolong Dak Prescott’s prime—if you want to think that he’s still in there—and directly impact CeeDee Lamb to play on the inside a lot more, where he’s so dynamic in the slot,” said Trapasso. Then he added, “I think this would be a splash pick that Jerry Jones would want to make, and it would actually be pretty logical too.”

Let’s face it, the Cowboys have struggled in the red zone, finishing 31st in efficiency last season. That’s unacceptable for a team that’s supposed to be contending. Adding McMillan gives them a big, physical target—exactly the kind of weapon they’ve been missing on those short-yardage TD chances. Pair him with CeeDee, and defenses are suddenly in big trouble.

Even Pro Football Focus’ Dalton Wasserman chimed in on X to shut down any doubts: “There’s a lot of overthinking with McMillan. The way he moves at 6-foot-4 is unusual.” At just 21 years old, McMillan was one of college football’s top deep threats last season—and he’s only getting better.

So, while Travis Hunter is flashier and more versatile, McMillan is tailor-made for what Dallas needs right now: a physical WR2 to take pressure off CeeDee and help Dak stretch the field. Speaking of Dak, here’s the update fans have been waiting for.

Dak Prescott’s comeback is on

After a monster 2023 season—leading the league in touchdown passes and finishing second in MVP voting—Prescott’s 2024 campaign was a disaster. The Cowboys struggled all over the field, and then things went from bad to worse when Dak tore his hamstring. The tendon literally detached from the bone. Brutal. He was placed on injured reserve and underwent season-ending surgery. But now? He’s back throwing. And there’s hope.

Cowboys EVP Stephen Jones gave fans a dose of optimism: “Dak’s doing great. He’s coming along. He’s very thrilled with where he is. And I know the trainers are too. I feel like he’s doing a hell of a job.” Video recently surfaced showing Prescott back in action, tossing passes during rehab. He’s not 100% yet, and Jones admitted there will be “some limitations” during the offseason program. But the outlook is trending up.

Still, Prescott is entering his age-32 season and recovering from the second major injury of his career. Dallas can’t afford to leave him hanging without help—not this time.

The Cowboys’ offseason additions so far? Running backs Javonte Williams and Miles Sanders, WR Parris Campbell, and OL Robert Jones. Not exactly needle movers. They still need depth across the board—especially at WR and RB. So here we are, just weeks away from the NFL Draft, with Jerry Jones at another crossroads. He could chase the splash of Travis Hunter, or go with the smart, steady play in McMillan.