Cowboys to host sleeper RB prospect on visit ahead of NFL Draft

As the Dallas Cowboys look to bolster the running back corps, a sleeper running back prospect in the 2025 NFL Draft will be hosted by the team.

Miami running back Damien Martinez during the 2025 NFL Combine. / Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

The Dallas Cowboys will be looking to add talent in the offensive backfield this offseason, with starting running back Rico Dowdle set to hit NFL free agency as one of the best players available at his position.

The popular team linked to Dallas has been top 2025 NFL Draft prospect and Heisman Trophy runner-up Ashton Jeanty, who is a local guy who has expressed his interest in playing for the Cowboys.

However, the team will explore all options.

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According to a new report, the Cowboys will be hosting Miami Hurricanes running back Damien Martinez prior to the draft. Martinez, who previously played for Oregon State, became the first Hurricanes running back to surpass 1,000 yards in a season since 2016.

Miami Hurricanes running back Damien Martinez gestures to fans after running for a touchdown against the Syracuse Orange. / Rich Barnes-Imagn Images

Nick Harris of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram notes Martinez will not be a "Top 30 visit," but instead will be counted as a "Dallas Day visit" since he is also a local prospect.

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During his time at Oregon State and Miami, Martinez rushed for 3,169 yards and 26 touchdowns in three years.

National team running back Damien Martinez of Miami works through drills during Senior Bowl practice. / Vasha Hunt-Imagn Images

Martinez will certainly be a player to watch leading up to this spring's draft.

The 2025 NFL Draft will be held in Green Bay, Wisconsin, with the first round on Thursday, April 24. Rounds 2 and 3 will be held on Friday, April 25, while the final rounds will play out on Saturday, April 26.

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