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Undrafted free agent from Georgia Southern who went unnoticed until his final college year (65 catches, 1,079 yards at Auburn/Georgia Southern). His size and catch radius have been on full display in preseason, dazzling fans with amazing catches against the Seahawks. However, he lacks breakaway speed, which limited his ability to score on a long reception against the Cardinals. His first-team reps and unhideable highlights indicate the Cowboys either have to keep him or lose him, as his chances of clearing waivers and making it onto the practice squad are slim. He either beats out Jonathan Mingo or the team opts to keep six WRs.

Undrafted free agent from Georgia Southern has impressed in Cowboys preseason with his size and catch radius, hauling in everything thrown his way and dazzling fans with amazing catches against the Seahawks. His first-team reps and unhideable highlights indicate the Cowboys either have to keep him or lose him, as his chances of clearing waivers and making it onto the practice squad are slim. However, he lacks breakaway speed, which kept him from turning on the jets on his long reception against the Cardinals.

Camden Brown was the target of a 70-yard touchdown strike from Joe Milton in the second preseason game against Arizona. The completion set up Milton's 1-yard touchdown run on the next play, demonstrating Milton's ability to make big plays down the field.

Camden Brown is making spectacular plays in a bid for a roster spot during Oxnard training camp, described as becoming the pet cat and competing for a position on the Cowboys roster.

Brown has made the 53-man roster projection as a wide receiver, replacing Anthony Smith and earning a roster spot after a strong preseason showing.

Brown nearly had another touchdown in preseason Week 2, recording a 69-yard catch-and-run that demonstrated his playmaking ability in the preseason.

Nearly had another touchdown in preseason Week 2, with a notable 69-yard catch; the source refers to him as a 'Preseason Hall of Famer,' suggesting he has been productive in preseason action.

Camden Brown posted a 5.15 yards per route run (YPRR) across two preseason games, creating clear separation at wide receiver; ranks 10th among all wide receivers in preseason YPRR, with a metric that would be elite (≥2.0) over a full regular season, suggesting highly encouraging efficiency despite small sample size.

Brown was promoted to starter in week 2 and earned a 70.5 PFF grade in the Cardinals game; he ranks 5th among all NFL wide receivers in preseason grades (89.75 overall) after two weeks, showing strong early development despite a week-to-week grade decline.

Camden Brown posted an elite 5.15 YPRR (139 yards on 27 routes) across two preseason games, ranking 10th among all wide receivers this preseason. The source notes that Brown and Jonathan Mingo are creating clear separation at the position, with these numbers described as highly encouraging despite the preseason context.

Brown was promoted to starter in week 2 after not starting in week 1, earning a 70.5 PFF grade in the Arizona game. Despite the week-to-week grade decline from 91.5 to 70.5, she ranks 5th among all NFL wide receivers in preseason grades (89.7 overall), indicating strong early development as a rookie.

Brown, not expected to make the roster entering camp, has emerged as a lock to make the team through consistent highlight plays. Jon Machota noted he made a highlight grab pretty much every practice, which carried over into the preseason. Brown set a school record last season at Georgia Southern with 14 touchdown catches and flashed that ability in practice, then showed it on the big stage against the Seattle Seahawks in the preseason opener with two highlight-reel touchdown catches. He's competing with Jonathan Mingo and seventh-round pick Anthony Smith for one or two spots, but the fact that Brown is in the conversation is impressive. He garnered four votes as a 2026 Camp MVP Runner-up.

Undrafted rookie out of Georgia Southern has ascended from training camp darling to a standout performer, posting a two-touchdown performance against the Seahawks. Cowboys coach Brian Schottenheimer said, 'The game's not too big for him,' signaling confidence in Brown's ability to handle increased responsibility.

UDFA Camden Brown is forcing Dallas's hand in the wide receiver room; the source indicates both Mingo and Brown have forced Dallas to go heavy at WR on the 53-man roster to keep both players. Brown looks poised to make the final 53-man roster.

Brown, a UDFA fan-favorite, had a 69-yard catch and run that came one yard short of a preseason touchdown, keeping the WR depth chart fight with Jonathan Mingo entertaining. His performance demonstrates he remains a legitimate contender in the receiver competition.

Brown, a UDFA fan-favorite, had a 69-yard catch and run that was a yard away from being another preseason touchdown, keeping the WR depth chart fight with Jonathan Mingo entertaining and demonstrating continued competitiveness in the competition.

Camden Brown has made the roster in the minds of most observers; the source notes he had already secured his spot before the preseason game and his strong catch against Arizona removed any remaining doubt about his roster status.

The source identifies Brown as a Stock Up player and roster lock. The source states 'Camden Brown had already made the roster in many people's minds, but in case you were still doubting: We have seen more than enough at this point in time.' The source highlights a significant catch late in the game and references the iconic Dez Bryant catch, suggesting Brown's contested-catch ability is now proven.

The undrafted rookie receiver had impressed in the prior week and continued to perform well in this preseason game, 'doing his thing again' shortly after Mingo's touchdown. The source notes the fifth receiver competition has narrowed to Brown and Mingo, with some believing Brown had locked in a spot after last week's performance.

The undrafted rookie receiver is competing with Jonathan Mingo for the fifth receiver spot. Brown stole the show in the previous week, and in this game he continued to make plays shortly after Mingo's touchdown. The source notes the competition is interesting because some figured Brown had locked in a spot after last week, but Mingo's attention to detail keeps the battle open.

Camden Brown nearly scored a touchdown on a huge gain from Joe Milton in the second quarter, demonstrating his ability to get open and make plays in the Cowboys' passing game during the preseason.

Camden Brown was involved in a huge gain from Joe Milton and nearly scored another touchdown in the second quarter, showing offensive involvement and red zone opportunity access with the QB2.

Undrafted rookie has far exceeded anyone's expectations; has been one of the stars of training camp and carried it over into the preseason. He's very close to locking down a roster spot.

Schottenheimer named Camden Brown among 10 players exceeding expectations. The undrafted rookie has far exceeded expectations, been one of the stars of training camp, and carried it into preseason; he's either locked down or very close to locking down a roster spot.

Camden Brown stole the show against the Seattle Seahawks in the preseason, making a strong case for the fifth receiver role and putting pressure on Anthony Smith and other depth receivers to compete for roster spots.

Camden Brown stole the show against the Seattle Seahawks and has made a strong case for the fifth receiver role; his arrival has intensified competition for the final receiver spot on the roster.

The undrafted rookie wide receiver has generated significant hype after cutting hype checks in camp and cashing them in preseason game 1, where he was responsible for all two of the Cowboys' touchdowns with amazing catches; his strong performance makes the team's final WR roster spot decision feel easy, though he faces competition from Jonathan Mingo.