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Adoree’ Jackson was atop Dallas’ wish list yet was no longer available when the ‘Boys were called to the clock in Round 1, so they went with Taco Charlton. The fierce edge rusher is an excellent fit for the Cowboys four-man front and comes with nice upside.
Cordrea Tankersley was initially targeted in Round 2 but when Chidobe Awuzie fell in their laps he was too good to pass up. Awuzie can line up on the outside, over the slot receiver and even play some safety. The feeling entering the draft was that Awuzie was a lock first-round pick, but as we reported a lack of length hurt the talented corner. The pick will end up being a steal for Dallas.
Jourdan Lewis is another who falls short for the tape measure, but like Awuzie he offers talent, versatility and excellent ball skills. Lewis will be a solid dime back at the next level, but he does have a court date on July 10 over a domestic violence charge.
Ryan Switzer in Round 4 was another solid pick. He was graded as one of the best route-runners in the draft and will line up in the slot on Sundays. His punt-return skills should secure him a spot on the roster.
I'm not a fan of sixth-round choice Xavier Woods. He's a one dimensional safety with average size. Marquez White was highly rated entering the season but looks very ordinary on film. He'll have to stand out on special teams to make the roster.
The team's three picks in Round 7 are intriguing.
Joey Ivie is a hustle guy who gets the most from his ability and may be tough to cut. Noah Brown offers a lot of potential but is rough around the edges and needs work on his game. I could see Brown ending up on the practice squad. I was given the heads up on Jordan Carrell after his pro day but didn’t think he was going to get drafted. Despite being the fourth-rated prospect on the Buffs defensive line he was the only one selected during the draft. Carell is an athletic guy with nice upside.
Dallas did not draft a tight end, but undrafted signee Blake Jarwin may have a future with the team. Jarwin has incredible measurables and offers a great upside but must starting playing to his potential on a consistent basis. Offensive linemen Dan Skipper and Nate Theaker were both terrific pickups and should be destined for the practice squad.
Analysis: Dallas is a playoff team hoping to take the next step, so they were looking for limited help through the draft; I believe they got it. Their top three picks should see action as rookies and many of their last-day selections will make a roster in the league, whether it's the practice squad with Dallas or the active roster for another franchise. Grade: B+
Grading the Draft: Dallas Cowboys | Draft Analyst
Cordrea Tankersley was initially targeted in Round 2 but when Chidobe Awuzie fell in their laps he was too good to pass up. Awuzie can line up on the outside, over the slot receiver and even play some safety. The feeling entering the draft was that Awuzie was a lock first-round pick, but as we reported a lack of length hurt the talented corner. The pick will end up being a steal for Dallas.
Jourdan Lewis is another who falls short for the tape measure, but like Awuzie he offers talent, versatility and excellent ball skills. Lewis will be a solid dime back at the next level, but he does have a court date on July 10 over a domestic violence charge.
Ryan Switzer in Round 4 was another solid pick. He was graded as one of the best route-runners in the draft and will line up in the slot on Sundays. His punt-return skills should secure him a spot on the roster.
I'm not a fan of sixth-round choice Xavier Woods. He's a one dimensional safety with average size. Marquez White was highly rated entering the season but looks very ordinary on film. He'll have to stand out on special teams to make the roster.
The team's three picks in Round 7 are intriguing.
Joey Ivie is a hustle guy who gets the most from his ability and may be tough to cut. Noah Brown offers a lot of potential but is rough around the edges and needs work on his game. I could see Brown ending up on the practice squad. I was given the heads up on Jordan Carrell after his pro day but didn’t think he was going to get drafted. Despite being the fourth-rated prospect on the Buffs defensive line he was the only one selected during the draft. Carell is an athletic guy with nice upside.
Dallas did not draft a tight end, but undrafted signee Blake Jarwin may have a future with the team. Jarwin has incredible measurables and offers a great upside but must starting playing to his potential on a consistent basis. Offensive linemen Dan Skipper and Nate Theaker were both terrific pickups and should be destined for the practice squad.
Analysis: Dallas is a playoff team hoping to take the next step, so they were looking for limited help through the draft; I believe they got it. Their top three picks should see action as rookies and many of their last-day selections will make a roster in the league, whether it's the practice squad with Dallas or the active roster for another franchise. Grade: B+
Grading the Draft: Dallas Cowboys | Draft Analyst
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