DuPont Manual Louisville alum Malachi Lawrence was selected Thursday evening by the Dallas Cowboys in the first round of the NFL Draft. Cowboys See Versatility on Defense Dallas believes Lawrence provides immediate versatility for Christian Parker and the teams' defense. "He's a former outside linebacker converted to defensive end at the University of Central Florida, giving him experience in both roles as Dallas moves to a primarily 3-4 front with multiple looks,” read a statement posted on the Cowboys' official website. “His ability to climb the ranks of UCF's all-time sack leaders is due in large part to his above-average athleticism that isn't just above average — several of his measurables ranking in the 90th percentile or higher among his draft class.” Production at UCF Stands Ou t A two-year starter for the University of Central Florida, and billed as a 6-foot-4, 253-pound edge rusher, Lawrence received first-team All-Big 12 honors in 2025, was an honorable mention for All-Big 12 Defensive Lineman of…