A promising young football player, Anthony Hill Jr., has made an emotional appeal to join the Dallas Cowboys, hoping to follow in the footsteps of his fellow University of Texas alumni. The dream of being drafted by an NFL team is a monumental achievement, but for Hill, being selected by his hometown team would elevate that dream to extraordinary heights.
Having played as an off-ball linebacker for the past three seasons at the University of Texas, Hill has garnered attention for his impressive skills. He grew up in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, which adds a personal connection to his ambitions. Recently, speculation has arisen that he could be a target for the Cowboys in the upcoming draft.
The Cowboys currently have another former Longhorns linebacker, DeMarvion Overshown, on their roster. Overshown showed potential during his rookie season but faced setbacks due to injuries. Hill expressed his admiration for Overshown, stating, “There can”t be two Agent 0″s, so I know I”d have to get a new number. But it would be a blessing to play with him. I”ve been watching him my whole life. It”d be really cool playing with him, just learning from him, and kind of modeling my game after him while I”ve been at Texas.”
Following a disappointing 2025 season where the Cowboys missed the playoffs for the second consecutive year, the franchise is looking to rebuild. They finished at the bottom of the league in points and passing yards allowed. The recent trade that sent superstar edge rusher Micah Parsons to the Green Bay Packers has left fans frustrated, further underscoring the need for impactful players like Hill.
During his tenure at Texas, Hill recorded significant statistics, including 17 sacks, 31.5 tackles for loss, eight forced fumbles, and four passes defended. Although his performance in 2025 was affected by injury, limiting him to ten games, he still earned First-team All-SEC recognition for the second consecutive year. Analysts regard him as a “three-down linebacker with the playing demeanor and production of a future Pro Bowler,” recognizing his speed and athleticism as key assets. Hill may not be a first-round pick in the NFL draft, but his prospects on Day 2 appear strong.
Reports indicate that the Cowboys had a private dinner with Hill just before the Longhorns” Pro Day, suggesting they may have a better chance of selecting him. With an urgent need for pass rushers, Hill could be the player the Cowboys are looking for as they aim to optimize Dak Prescott“s prime years.
