OXNARD, Calif. -- Before we dive into the standouts at Dallas Cowboys training camp thus far, let’s look at a case study. Former first-round pick Mazi Smith, heading into his third season with the Cowboys, has had some good moments at camp. He’s had some unimpressive ones, too.

OXNARD, Calif. — The Dallas Cowboys have had nine training camp practices since arriving in California on July 20. Four have been in full pads. Seven practices and one preseason game remain before the team heads back to Dallas. To give you an idea of how things have been going, here are 10 players (six offense, four defense) who have stood out.

Through the first week of practices, these handful of Dallas Cowboys have stood out at training camp in Oxnard.

A joint practice with the Rams will give Dallas insight into how well its players have tested themselves in Oxnard.

The team put the pads on for the first time in 2025, with rookie RB Jaydon Blue one of several players taking their opportunities seriously.

Training camp for the Dallas Cowboys is the ultimate proving ground, where roster spots are won and lost under the intense summer sun of Oxnard. While stars like Dak Prescott and CeeDee Lamb have their roles secured,