13 Draft picks who could fit into the Dallas Cowboys roster, across five positions

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With less than two weeks to go until the NFL Draft, the Cowboys need to be very well prepared for the most crucial moment of their offseason.

It’s undeniable that the Dallas Cowboys have been facing a rough and quiet offseason. The lack of significant moves in the external market and the absence of expressive changes within the roster have left fans and analysts worried about the future of the franchise, which claimed to be ‘all-in’ in 2024

The best options of available free agents in the market have dried up, and now all eyes turn to the NFL Draft, scheduled to take place between April 24th and 27th. Despite the limitations, there is still hope that the Dallas Cowboys can explore some young talents that will be available.

Meanwhile, internally, expectations are growing around the possible long-term renewals of key players such as Micah Parsons and Cee Dee Lamb. These negotiations will not only shape the future of the team but also have a significant impact on building the roster for the upcoming seasons.

What Dallas needs the most

The America’s Team has seven picks to make in the Draft and should focus on wide receiver, offensive tackle, running back, linebacker and center. There are also rumours about the possibly of that they could draft a quarterback.

• Round 1 – pick 24
• Round 2 – pick 56
• Round 3 – pick 87
• Round 5 – pick 174 (compensatory)
• Round 6 – pick 216 (compensatory)
• Round 7 – pick 233 (from LV)
• Round 7 – pick 244

Wide receiver:

• Brian Thomas Jr. (LSU): He has been rumoured for several teams. If he ends up landing in Dallas, he could be a reliable option. His good wingspan allows him to move well after the snap. Additionally, he has shown a lot of security in catching receptions.

• Adonai Mitchell (Texas): Tall, strong, and with good athleticism. Even standing nearly 6’3 tall, he is a high-level deep threat. The WR excels in one-on-one coverage.

• Malachi Corley (Western Michigan): Fast and has a lot of game strength, one of the best wide receivers in this class at gaining yards after the catch. Hard to bring down, he also demonstrates good vision with the ball in his hands. He could potentially be used as a running back.

Offensive tackle:

• Tyler Guyton (Oklahoma): A lot of mocks have put him as a good choice for the Cowboys. Explosive, excels in the first step and moves with ease, becoming important in open field situations. He’s great in one-on-one matchups and also good at protecting himself from contact.

• Kiran Amegadjie (Yale): Amegadjie is athletic enough to have all the necessary tools to start in the NFL. He has a great first step and good ability to sustain blocks.

• Anim Dankwah (Howard): He has long hands and knows how to be aggressive in matchups with pass-rushers. His footwork is solid and his wingspan contributes to taking care of the quarterback’s blind side.

Running back:

• Jonathan Brooks (Texas): It’s unlikely that he’ll be available for Dallas. Brooks stands out for his balance: even when hit hard, he manages to maintain his base and accelerate consistently. He has good field vision.

• Blake Corum (Michigan): Aggressive and winning mentality at the same time. He is precise in his reads, makes good decisions and knows how to protect the ball.

• Raheim Sanders (Arkansas): Good at breaking tackles, he is explosive and knows how to assert himself physically on the field, posing a threat to opposing defenders.

Linebacker:

• Curtis Jacobs (Penn State): He does a good job in zones, with good eyes and understanding of field areas and route combinations. He can close spaces and backpedal with good mobility and fluidity.

• Jaylan Ford (Texas): Shows good athleticism overall, especially in his first step and speed. Demonstrates good ability to attack the backfield.

Center:

• Hunter Nourzard (Penn State): Intelligent with quick reaction times. Very technical and strong, he has the potential to be a starter on the team.

• Tanor Bortolini (Wisconsin): He knows the unit well since he has played at every position on the offensive line. He easily identifies blitzes and understands the positioning of the second level of the defense.

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