The Dallas Cowboys added seven new players to their roster in the 2026 NFL Draft, and while it was a solid haul, not all of the rookies are going to make an impact in Year 1. While it isn't always the case, the typical order of things is the later the draft pick, the less likely that player is going to have a significant role in their first year. And that's pretty much how we see things playing out for Dallas in 2026. Here's a look at the Cowboys rookies we expect to actually make an impact in their first seasons in the NFL. S Caleb Downs Ohio State Buckeyes defensive back Caleb Downs. | Adam Cairns/Columbus Dispatch / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images Downs is the prize of the Cowboys' draft class. He's going to be a Day 1 starter, for sure, and because of his versatility , that could be at one of the two safety spots, and he can play in the nickel, too. "I would say if you watch my career, I've played in a lot of different positions," Downs said.…