Former Longhorn Anthony Hill Jr. is deep within the NFL Draft process, between the team's Pro Day and visits to prospective teams, but one head coach had the chance to grow their potential relationship.
Texas hosted its Pro Day on Tuesday, with several NFL teams heading to Austin to get the latest on all the prospects the Longhorns have to offer.
While there were plenty of opportunities to meet with NFL representatives during the event, former Longhorns linebacker Anthony Hill Jr. had the chance to get more time to talk with one professional head coach.
On the eve of Pro Day, Dallas Cowboys head coach Brian Schottenheimer was reportedly in Austin early for a dinner with Hill.
It was previously reported that Schottenheimer was particularly adamant about making it to Austin to meet with Hill. Dallas had previously set up a visit with him on Monday night and it seems Schottenheimer wanted the chance to get extra time with the linebacker while he was in town.
The showing is made even more impressive by the fact that Schottenheimer wasn't home in Dallas making the short cross-state trip to Austin, but instead was across the country in Miami for another Pro Day showcase on Monday.
It is no secret that Dallas needs help on the defensive front, especially at the linebacker position. The Cowboys have been stretched thin, with fellow former Longhorn DeMarvion Overshown and Shemar James expected to shoulder the load next season.
It seems the interest is mutual, as Hill shared his excitement about potential being drafted by the Cowboys.
"I'm a Dallas kid, so it'd be nice to play for the Cowboys," remarked Hill.
Dallas currently holds the No. 12 and 20 overall picks in the upcoming draft. Despite the double-dip in the opening round, Dallas has no selection in the second round.
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Most NFL Draft experts have solidified Hill into a late first-round or early second-round snag, which is outside of the range Dallas has headed into draft day.
Taking Hill off the board early could be a surprising move to those outside of Dallas, but the possibility seems stronger based on the interest shown by their head coach.
While he's already proven himself on the field, these more personal meeting with NFL staff could make the difference in one of the 32 teams turning in Hill's draft card.
With so many possibilities, trips and meetings, it is hard to tell for now what the future holds for the former Texas standout. However, the road will start to narrow soon, as the NFL Draft is less than a month away. Hill alongside other Longhorn prospects will look to begin their next chapter on April 23-25 in Pittsburgh.