Donovan Ezeiruaku, the 44th pick in the 2025 NFL Draft, expressed his enthusiasm for his rookie season with the Dallas Cowboys, stating, "It's going really well ... I'm living the dream honestly." Despite his positive outlook, he is still waiting on a signed rookie contract, which has become a contentious issue for second-round picks. Ezeiruaku has observed the progress of fellow rookies and is eagerly learning from Pro Bowler Micah Parsons, who is mentoring him and the defensive line through minicamp.

With impressive stats from his college career, including 16.5 sacks at Boston College, Ezeiruaku is drawing praise from the Cowboys coaching staff for his performance in offseason workouts. Head Coach Brian Schottenheimer remarked on Ezeiruaku's great work ethic and adaptability in drills. As Ezeiruaku continues to impress on the field, he remains optimistic about finalizing his contract while focusing on his development as a player.