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Cowboys should absolutely regret drafting Shavon Revel over Nohl Williams

Shavon Revel is less than two seasons into his career, but the Cowboys clearly miscalculated by drafting him over Nohl Williams, who's becoming a star with the Chiefs.

Published: Thursday, 22 October 2026 at 11:00 AM
Cowboys should absolutely regret drafting Shavon Revel over Nohl Williams
Key Things to Know
  • Jerry Trotta argues the Cowboys should have drafted Chiefs cornerback Nohl Williams instead of Shavon Revel Jr.
  • Dallas selected Revel at No. 76 overall in 2025, nine spots ahead of Williams going to Kansas City.
  • Williams has emerged as a starting cornerback for the 5-0 Chiefs, allowing a 52.6 passer rating.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Landry Hat argues that the Dallas Cowboys should regret selecting cornerback Shavon Revel Jr. over Nohl Williams in the third round of the 2025 NFL Draft. Writer Jerry Trotta highlights Dallas' ongoing defensive struggles and poor recent drafting history, contrasting Revel's limited development and high target rates against Green Bay with Williams' breakout performance as a top cornerback for the 5-0 Kansas City Chiefs.

Trotta notes that Williams has excelled under defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo, ranking among the league leaders in passer rating allowed and completion percentage. Meanwhile, Revel has struggled with route coverage and consistency after missing most of his rookie season with a knee injury, leading Trotta to argue that Dallas missed an opportunity to secure a high-impact starter.

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