Malachi Lawrence
22-Year-Old
2025 Defense Stats
TCKL
0
SACKS
0.0
INT
0
FF
0
TD
0
2026 Projections
Signed a four-year, $20.22 million contract with the Cowboys in June of 2026.
Picked by Cowboys
The Cowboys selected Lawrence in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft, 23rd overall.
ANALYSIS
After landing safety Caleb Downs with the 11th overall pick, the Cowboys continue to bolster their defense by adding Lawrence. The 6-foot-4, 253-pound edge rusher was one of the big winners at the combine, posting a 4.52-second 40-yard dash to go with a 40-inch vertical and 130-inch broad jump. Lawrence's explosive athleticism showed up in his UCF box score as well, producing 7.0 sacks and 11.0 tackles for loss as a senior in 2025, though the hope is that Lawrence's rare burst will allow him to make even more of a pass-rushing impact at the NFL level.
After landing safety Caleb Downs with the 11th overall pick, the Cowboys continue to bolster their defense by adding Lawrence. The 6-foot-4, 253-pound edge rusher was one of the big winners at the combine, posting a 4.52-second 40-yard dash to go with a 40-inch vertical and 130-inch broad jump. Lawrence's explosive athleticism showed up in his UCF box score as well, producing 7.0 sacks and 11.0 tackles for loss as a senior in 2025, though the hope is that Lawrence's rare burst will allow him to make even more of a pass-rushing impact at the NFL level.
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Measurables Review
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How do Malachi Lawrence's measurables compare to other linebackers?
This section compares his draft workout metrics with players at the same position. The bar represents the player's percentile rank. For example, if the bar is halfway across, then the player falls into the 50th percentile for that metric and it would be considered average.
Height
6' 4"Weight
253 lbs40-Yard Dash
4.52 secVertical Jump
40.0 inBroad Jump
130 inBench Press
0 repsHand Length
9.25 inArm Length
33.63 in
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In line for strong rookie season
Bucky Brooks of NFL.com believes Lawrence could earn Defensive Rookie of the Year honors.
ANALYSIS
Lawrence could see a lot of one-on-one matchups along the Cowboys' improved defensive line, with Quinnen Williams, Rashan Gary and Kenny Clark all drawing plenty of attention. While that trio will occupy offensive linemen, Lawrence will be able to hunt for big plays and turnovers, with the potential to have an attention-grabbing stat line that appeals to voters. Dallas selected Lawrence 23rd overall, and he should immediately have a role on pass-rushing downs.
Lawrence could see a lot of one-on-one matchups along the Cowboys' improved defensive line, with Quinnen Williams, Rashan Gary and Kenny Clark all drawing plenty of attention. While that trio will occupy offensive linemen, Lawrence will be able to hunt for big plays and turnovers, with the potential to have an attention-grabbing stat line that appeals to voters. Dallas selected Lawrence 23rd overall, and he should immediately have a role on pass-rushing downs.