​  The Dallas Cowboys entered last training camp with a bit of an unknown situation at tight end. Head coach Brian Schottenheimer and his staff was hoping they would see some improvement out of 2023 second-round pick Luke Schoonmaker as he entered his all-important third year behind a seemingly regressing starter in Jake Ferguson. Behind them, they were hoping to see an expansion of impact from their UDFA find from the University of Minnesota.Brevyn Spann-Ford made an immediate impact in 2024 as the team’s blocking tight end, logging 300 snaps and earning a chance to expand his role in his second season. He appeared in all 17 games once again, and turned in an almost identical stat line, tempering expectations for where his ceiling resides. Now he enters his Year 3 season, with a group of UDFA signings behind him.Sep 21, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Dallas Cowboys tight end Brevyn Spann-Ford (89) runs after a catch against the Chicago Bears during the second half at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Marton-Imagn ImagesPosition: Tight EndAge: 27Height: 6-foot-7Weight: 270 poundsHometown: St. Cloud, MinnesotaHigh School: St. Cloud Technical (MN)College: University of Minnesota (Highlight Video)Draft: 2025 UDFAContract: Three-year deal (2024), $2.85 million includes signing bonus of $20,0002026 Base Salary: $1.08 million | Cap Hit $1.08 million, per Over The CapJul 27, 2025; Oxnard, CA, USA; Dallas Cowboys tight end Brevyn Spann-Ford (89) carries the ball at training camp at the River Ridge Fields. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn ImagesThere was a lot of bluster about Spann-Ford’s improvements in catching targets, a skill he clearly needed to work on after some awkward attempts in 2024. The upgrades were negligible though, as after catching nine passes on 14 targets as a rookie, he caught nine passes on 13 targets in 2025. Part of that was opportunity. Even though Dallas ran way more two-TE sets with Schottenheimer in charge, quarterback Dak Prescott added All-Pro wideout George Pickens to the mix, meaning targets for everyone aside from him and CeeDee Lamb were going to be capped regardless.Still, more was hoped for from Spann-Ford, just like it will be this coming season. Ferguson, despite a high touchdown total, is giving the team nothing after the catch and this will be the final year of guaranteed money on his contract extension signed last year. But just like Spann-Ford has the chance to climb the ladder, he also must now protect against a fellow UDFA. Former Baylor Bear Michael Trigg is the exact opposite of Spann-Ford, a player who has amazing ball skills that will give him an opportunity to contribute as a rookie.Follow Cowboys Wire on Facebook to join in on the conversation with fellow fans!This article originally appeared on Cowboys Wire: Cowboys player profile for TE Brevyn Spann-Ford      ​Read More