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Cowboys assign UDFA jersey numbers; recycle Kneeland's No. 94
As the Dallas Cowboys' three-day rookie minicamp continues over the weekend, seven draft picks and 11 undrafted free agents are among those hard at work on learning the system and impressing the Dallas coaches, hoping to turn this invitation into an actual spot on the team roster come fall.For now, they're at least dressing the part.The Cowboys have issued jersey numbers for the entire rookie class. Numbers belonging to Caleb Downs, Malachi Lawrence, and the other draft selections can be found here, with a few newcomers stepping into some storied digits.The UDFA jersey assignments will likely cause a few raised eyebrows, with the team needing to re-use a few number combos that have belonged to Super Bowl champions, Ring of Honor members, Hall of Famers, and even a recently-fallen teammate whose loss still stings the current locker room.All jersey numbers are, of course, subject to change. Some will have to, as a couple of these numbers are still listed as belonging to current Cowboys. For now, though, the undrafted first-years are looking to make these numbers their own.WR Camden Brown: No. 6 - The Georgia Southern product spent his first three seasons at Auburn. He'll take over the No. 6 jersey previously worn by Donovan Wilson, ex-punter Chris Jones, kicker Nick Folk, and- once upon a time- Luis Zendejas of "Bounty Bowl" fame.WR Jordan Hudson: No. 16 - Coming off three years at SMU, Hudson will wear No. 16. Jalen Cropper had it last season and Will Grier the year prior. Past No. 16s in Dallas include T.Y Hilton, Jesse Holley, Vinny Testaverde, and Ryan Leaf.RB Dominic Richardson: No. 43 - According to the team website, Richardson has been given Malik Davis's number. No switch for Davis has been announced. Gerald Sensabuagh, Izell Reese, and Ring of Honor members Cliff Harris and Don Perkins all wore No. 43 previously.TE Michael Trigg: No. 46 - The UDFA considered to have perhaps the best chance to make the team starts his journey in the same digits once worn by running back Alfred Morris and two-time Super Bowl champion cornerback Mark Washington.ILB Langston Patterson, No. 47 - The Vanderbilt linebacker has an opportunity to start a brand-new legacy for the No. 47 in Dallas. The most recognizable names to wear it previously are dynasty-era cornerback Clayton Holmes and 1980s safety Dextor Clinkscale.TE DJ Rogers: No. 49 - A five-year man from TCU, Rogers steps into another jersey that has a pretty limited history with the Cowboys. Tight end Peyton Hendershot wore it for a brief time in 2022; fullback Jamize Olawale also donned it for his two-year stint with the club.DT D.J. Withers, No. 59 - This jersey has seen some big-name action over the years. While Kenneth Murray's time in it was largely forgettable, Anthony Hitchens, Dat Nguyen, and Darrin Smith all took a turn wearing No. 59 for Dallas defenses past.OG Sidney Fugar, No. 69 - The big O-lineman is listed as keeping the jersey number he wore with Baylor, but those digits are also worn by current tackle Ajani Cornelius. Past wearers of No. 69 include Henry Melton, Jason Fabini, Ross Tucker, and George Hegamin.OL Shiyazh Pete, No. 75 - At nearly 6-foot-9, Pete will definitely stand out on the field. Wearing No. 75, though, he may remind fans of past generations of Marc Colombo, Marcellus Wiley, Brandon Noble, Tony Casillas, or even the legendary Jethro Pugh.DT Kelvin Gilliam, No. 94 - Putting Marshawn Kneeland's No. 94 back in circulation is bound to stir up some emotions. But the jersey also belonged to Randy Gregory, DeMarcus Ware, Michael Myers, and Charles Haley. Big shoes to fill now for the Virginia Tech prospect.DT Tommy Dunn, No. 95 - With Kenny Clark returning to his old No. 97 (vacated by Osa Odighizuwa), Dunn assumes the No. 95. It's certainly been around. Johnathan Hankins, Brent Urban, David Irving, Jason Ferguson all wore it, as did the great Chad Hennings.Todd is on X at @ToddBrock24f7. Also, follow Cowboys Wire on Facebook to join in on the conversation with fellow fans!This article originally appeared on Cowboys Wire: Cowboys issue UDFA jersey numbers; reassign Marshawn Kneeland's No. 94
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