Could the Dallas Cowboys have unearthed their next big-play weapon from the undrafted free agent pool? If early buzz is any indication, tight end Michael Trigg might just be the steal of the offseason.
This past weekend, the Cowboys welcomed their newest draft class to the fold, with most selections bolstering the defensive side of the ball. Buried beneath that defensive haul, however, is an undrafted gem from Baylor who has already captured the imagination of fans. Trigg, a former Bears standout, has been on the radar since a March video surfaced showing him working with Cowboys tight ends coach Lunda Wells at Baylor's Pro Day. Despite being projected as a fourth- or fifth-round talent by many analysts, Trigg went undrafted—but the pre-draft hype hasn't faded one bit.
Now, that hype has received a major endorsement from the Cowboys' offensive brain trust. During a recent press conference, offensive coordinator Brian Schottenheimer was asked which players stood out during early workouts. His answer? Michael Trigg.
"We've all seen the highlight reel catches and things that he did at Baylor; it's impressive," Schottenheimer said. "You talk about a guy that can stretch the field vertically and make game-changing 'wow' type plays attacking the middle of the field." That kind of praise from a seasoned coordinator isn't handed out lightly, and it perfectly aligns with what the tape shows.
So, what makes Trigg so special? For starters, he's essentially a slot receiver trapped in a tight end's body. At 6'4" and with surprising quickness, he can flex out wide or line up as a move tight end, creating mismatches all over the field. His ability to accelerate downfield looks effortless, and he uses a sophisticated swipe move to shed defenders and create immediate separation.
But Trigg isn't just a finesse player. His film reveals a bruising runner with elite contact balance, routinely bouncing off initial tackles to gain extra yards. For a Cowboys offense that loves to attack the seam—a staple of Dak Prescott's game—Trigg's combination of speed, physicality, and above-the-rim jump-ball ability could be a game-changer. Whether he's hauling in a deep strike or powering through a defender for a tough catch over the middle, Trigg looks like a mismatch waiting to happen.
While it's early, the pieces are in place for Trigg to become the latest undrafted success story in Dallas. And for fans looking to rep the next big thing, this is one name to keep on your radar.
