The Dallas Cowboys are pursuing interior line depth after Cooper Beebe landed on IR with a right ankle injury. Dallas hosted centers Jacob Bayer and Wesley French and guard Thomas Perry for workouts as they evaluate options behind Beebe. With Beebe out, Brock Hoffman is expected to step in at center, giving the staff an early look at how the unit might function without its starting anchor. Bayer brings Bills familiarity, French Colts experience, and Perry a Middlebury Shrine Game background, signaling a broad search spanning NFL and college ranks to stabilize the line.

The Green Bay Packers are set to host an official pre-draft visit with Arkansas State center Jacob Bayer on April 7. The 6-2, 315-pound Bayer has a strong collegiate background, boasting 46 career starts at center and being a two-time All-Sun Belt selection. Despite suffering an ACL injury in April 2024, he impressively returned to play 12 games in his final collegiate season.

Bayer showcased solid performance metrics, allowing just three sacks and 19 total pressures over the last two seasons, earning high run blocking grades from Pro Football Focus. His ranking as the seventh-best center by overall grade in 2024 highlights his potential. Scouting reports suggest that while his movement skills are below average, his size and strength could make him a valuable backup with room for development during his rookie contract.