Luke Schoonmaker, the Dallas Cowboys' second-round pick, enters a crucial third year as the team looks to solidify their tight end position. After a lackluster rookie season, Schoonmaker faces mounting pressure to deliver after battling injuries that hindered his development. The Cowboys did not invest heavily in the tight end spot, signifying their confidence in Schoonmaker's potential. With an opportunity to impress new offensive coordinator Brian Schottenheimer, Schoonmaker must step up to avoid being labeled a bust.

In his second year, Schoonmaker showed slight improvements, particularly in his success rate on catches, which rose from 40% to 55.6%. This aligns closely with Jake Ferguson's performance, indicating he may have finally begun to find his footing. As the Cowboys move forward, Schoonmaker's growth will be pivotal in their offensive strategy, especially with the depth behind him in the tight end room being largely unproven.