Holden's preseason showing in Oxnard was a tangible punch of promise for Cowboys fans and fantasy managers alike. He entered late in the game and hauled in two receptions for 42 yards, ripping a 35-yard catch that helped set up a Dallas scoring drive. The moment underscored his mindset—stack days, stay relentless, and push for a roster spot even as an undrafted rookie. The immediate takeaway is simple: he can win on the field, but the bigger question is whether two more exhibitions and continued practice momentum are enough to pry a spot behind the trio of Lamb, Pickens, and Turpin.

Dallas’ WR room is crowded but not impregnable. Lamb is the clear foundation, Turpin provides a multi-role spark, and Pickens sits as a high-upside but still-established piece. Holden’s path hinges on sustaining the hot streak, excelling in practice, and showing value on special teams. If he can carry this into Game 2 against Baltimore, his odds of sticking on the 53-man roster rise from intriguing to realistic—and the fantasy upside, while niche, could emerge as a late-season surprise in best-ball and deep leagues.