We continue our 2025 NFL Draft preview of draft prospects that could interest the Dallas Cowboys. Today we are looking at defensive lineman Tyleik Williams out of Ohio State.
Height: 6-foot-3
Weight: 334-lbs
Arm Length: 32”
Hand Size: 10 1/4”
Strengths:
+ Stout, well-built nose tackle with three-down ability
+ Hands are violent and relentless when working through blocks
+ Powerful human that does not get moved in the running game
+ Takes on double teams with good technique and strength
+ Sinks into hips and legs well when doubled to plug up holes
+ NFL size and athleticism to be an instant contributor
+ Maximizes his length to keep his chest clean and not get washed
+ Better athlete and pass rush profile than given credit for
Weaknesses:
- Needs to do a better job of firing off the ball to not get reached early in reps
- Plays a bit tall for a shorter interior lineman
- Hot motor leads to a bit of recklessness giving up gap integrity
- Lack of pass rush plans to a lot of stagnant rushes
- Needs to find a go-to counter to work off his bull rush
- Will need to see about the severity of the injury he suffered during his pro day
Round Grade:
2nd
Overall Summary:
The Cowboys need to improve their run defense along the interior in this year’s draft.