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Can you guess this former number 2 overall pick in today’s trivia game?

Think you can figure out which Cowboys player we’re talking about? You’ll get five clues to figure him out in our new guessing game!

Hey Cowboys fans! We’re back for another day of the Blogging The Boys in-5 daily trivia game. Game instructions are at the bottom if you’re new to the game! Feel free to share your results in the comments and feedback in this Google Form.

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The goal of the game is to guess the correct Cowboys player with the help of up to five clues. We’ll mix in BOTH ACTIVE AND RETIRED PLAYERS. It won’t be easy to figure it out in one or two guesses, but some of you might be able to nail it.

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Source: https://www.bloggingtheboys.com/2025/4/11/24406029/sb-nation-cowboys-daily-trivia-in-5

 

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An improved Dak Prescott is an absolute must for the Cowboys this upcoming season

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The Cowboys have a lot of questions entering the new year, and the performance of their quarterback is one of them.

A year ago this time, the Dallas Cowboys were still licking their wounds after a playoff beatdown by the Green Bay Packers left a nasty aura lingering all through the offseason. Sadly, the Cowboys weren’t able to redeem themselves in any fashion as things went from bad to worse. The team lost games, their quarterback got hurt, and their head coach was fired. It was pretty bad.

But that’s all in the past, right? Mike McCarthy is gone, so hopefully, any bad mojo he had exited the building with him. Dak Prescott should return with a clean bill of health. With a clean slate and some new additions to the roster, the hope is that the Cowboys can right the ship and get back to their winning ways.

One element that isn’t talked about is the capability of Prescott. Don’t get us wrong, the Cowboys quarterback is the most polarizing player on the roster, and there are non-stop discussions about whether he’s the guy or not. Mostly, in this debate, there’s not a lot of middle ground. You either love him or want him gone.

But there is a third category that acknowledges that Prescott is a very good quarterback but also questions his performance at times. We know there are times he can light up the stat sheet and wreak havoc over NFC East teams, but what about other times when the rubber meets the road? Why does he get so frazzled at big moments? Is there something awry with his psyche in those moments?

The Green Bay debacle was a mess for all parties involved. Certainly, the loss doesn’t fall on the shoulders of Prescott. And while those carrots should be long cooked by now, how did the Cowboys quarterback respond after that disappointing playoff game? Well, let’s recap.

Prescott played eight games last year. The Cowboys lost five of those games. After Dak went down, the Cowboys kept losing games, but it didn’t get worse. It actually got better. The team had a slightly better winning percentage with Cooper Rush than Prescott. Of course, a lot of factors go into winning games, not just who’s playing quarterback. Let’s look at Prescott specifically.

He had the lowest touchdown percentage (3.8%) of his nine-year career. You’d have to go back 20 years to find a starting Cowboys quarterback who had a lower TD% than what Prescott had last season (Vinny Testaverde, 2004). He had the lowest yards-per-completion average (10.7) of his career. You’d have to go back to the turn of the century to find a starting quarterback with a lower average as not even Testaverde or Quincy Carter had seasons that low.

And if you think he was being too careful with the ball, that wasn’t it either. He was averaging an interception a game, which put him on pace to throw 17 picks for the season, two more than he had in 2022 when he led the NFL in interceptions. So, with low touchdowns, high picks, and low yards per completion, it shouldn’t be surprising that he finished with the lowest passer rating of his career.

And his season wasn’t a journey of highs and lows. When Prescott and the offense came out flat, they would fall behind in a hurry and usually end up on the losing end of a blowout. When they played okay, it usually came down to the wire. Gone were those big Prescott games where he would light things up and put up a 3+ touchdown game. Like, completely gone. Prescott had none of those games last year.

That graphic is a little alarming. We didn’t even see a flash of greatness from Prescott last season.

Between the Green Bay loss and the next regular season game, Prescott received a four-year, $240 million extension that solidified the notion that he’s their guy. The Cowboys are truly all in on Dak for the foreseeable future. And that shouldn’t be anything that worries fans, but it sure would be nice to see a version of Prescott that brings about hope. We need that MVP-like guy we’ve seen before. The Cowboys have a lot of questions to answer, and whether we like it or not, one of them is how good Dak Prescott is going forward.

Source: https://www.bloggingtheboys.com/202...tt-2025-season-touchdowns-interceptions-stats

 

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BTB Friday Open Thread: Who do you want to win The Masters?

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Here is our Friday open thread for discussion.

Happy Friday!

A newer development around here this offseason has been discussion threads that we have been dropping every single weekday. The idea is simple. We offer a prompt, more often than not one related to the Dallas Cowboys or NFL at large, and sometimes we steer away from the game of football. Fridays are usually the time for that.

Springtime is in full force as evidenced by the fact that some of our threads have touched on Major League Baseball and March Madness. If you are following the sports calendar then this means that The Masters is up next and today is officially the second round of the greatest tournament that golf has to offer.

Maybe you are not watching the tournament which is obviously fine, but I would imagine that you at least have some sense of it happening in the sports world at large.

For our Friday discussion we want to know (for those of you who are watching):

Who do you want to see win The Masters? Why?

Let us know in the comments below!

Source: https://www.bloggingtheboys.com/202...pen-thread-who-do-you-want-to-win-the-masters

 

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Cowboys 2025 7-round mock draft: Seattle makes first-round trade with Dallas

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If the Cowboys are thinking about trades... Seattle is a team that makes some sense.

The 2025 NFL Draft is merely weeks away (April 24-26) and the Dallas Cowboys have surprisingly given us little evidence as to how they plan on approaching things. We know they still have quite a few holes to fill on their roster, but how they go about addressing those needs is anyone's guess as of right now.

Today, with the big event drawing closer by the day, we have a seven-round mock draft for the Cowboys. Instead of standing pat with their current selections in each round, we decided to explore the possibility of making a first-round trade with the Seattle Seahawks.

For this exercise we used Pro Football Focus' mock draft simulator and also referred to Dane Brugler's draft guide, The Beast. As Dak Prescott would say, "Here… We… Go…".

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*TRADE*​

Cowboys send 1.12, 6.204 to Seahawks for 1.18, 3.82, 3.92​

The Cowboys make out like bandits from this hypothetical trade. Seahawks wanted to trade up for EDGE Shemar Stewart and in return the Cowboys received two extra draft picks the Top 100. In so doing though, they miss out on WRs Tetairoa McMillan and Matthew Golden.

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1.18 - EDGE Mike Green, Marshall​

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Mike Green has some character concerns that need to be cleared up, but pairing him with Micah Parsons, Sam Williams, and Marshawn Kneeland would give the Cowboys a fearsome foursome off the edge.

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2.44 - WR Jayden Higgins, Iowa State​

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Jayden Higgins is one of the best "X" WRs in the entire 2025 draft class. He's an intriguing height-weight-speed WR whose talent reminds of Nico Collins. He would pair nicely with the CeeDee Lamb on the outside and would give Dak Prescott another go-to target.

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3.76 - DT Alfred Collins, Texas​

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Dallas needs another 1-technique to pair with Mazi Smith and Alfred Collins checks all the boxes. At 6'5", 332-pounds with 35" arms and a 85" wingspan, the former Longhorn DT is a big-bodied, space-eater who would immediately upgrade Dallas' run defense.

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3.82 - RB Jordan James, Oregon​

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Jordan James may not be a homerun hitter, but he is going to pile up a lot of doubles. He is one of the most well-rounded RBs in the draft class and his vision, power, balance, and quickness will translate well at the next level. He'll push for the RB1 job as a rookie in Dallas.

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3.92 - CB Nohl Williams, California​

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Nohl Williams would be a great fit in Matt Eberflus' scheme. Not only is he one of the best tackling CBs in the draft class, but he's also one of the best ballhawks. He would provide much-needed insurance at the position as a rookie and compete for a starting job.

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5.149 - OT/G Emery Jones Jr., LSU​

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Emery Jones was a three-year starter at RT in LSU's pass-happy, inside-out zone scheme. He has the agility and length to remain at RT at the next level, but kicking inside to guard is probably best for his long-term future. That position flex could be invaluable in Dallas.

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5.174 - RB LeQuint Allen, Syracuse​

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LeQuint Allen is an intriguing RB who would bring something different to the position in Dallas. Not only is he an electric RB out of the backfield, but he's also a dynamic WR playing out wide or in the slot. He could be another versatile playmaker for the Cowboys.

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6.211 - LB Nick Martin, Oklahoma State​

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From his safety-like build to his sideline-to-sideline range and speed, Nick Martin is a little like DeMarvion Overshown. He would provide more depth as a WILL LB in Matt Eberflus' defensive scheme and be a core special-teams player early on as a rookie.

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7.217 - DB Jordan Hancock, Ohio State​

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Jordan Hancock is a versatile defensive back who played both free safety and nickel CB during his time at Ohio State. He's an above average run defender and is at his best in zone coverage, making him a good fit in Dallas. He could potentially replace Jourdan Lewis.

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7.239 - WR Konata Mumpfield, Pittsburgh​

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Konata Mumpfield may possess just average size and speed, but he is a QB-friendly WR with the ability to play inside or out. He is a route-running craftsman with an uncanny ability to poke holes in opposing defenses coverage to create open windows for his QB.

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7.247 - DT Zeek Biggers, Georgia Tech​

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At 6'6", 321-pounds, Zeek Biggers is another big-bodied, space-eating 1-technique who can add more depth to the Cowboys defensive line. He's probably nothing more than a two-down player, but he does have special-teams value (blocked four field goals in his career).

Source: https://www.bloggingtheboys.com/202...-trade-mike-green-jordan-james-jayden-higgins

 

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Second round might be the running back sweet spot for Dallas Cowboys

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The second round might be the right running back spot for the Cowboys.

The idea of taking a running back in the first round is one that very few NFL fanbases approve of in today’s day and age. Discussions about the position and its worth have run rampant over the last decade or so, and while we all acknowledge that there is a legitimate value to it, that does not change the idea that spending premium draft capital there feels unwise.

Consider our Wednesday discussion post here at BTB where we asked the class how they would feel about a running back at 12 (the likely option is Omarion Hampton to be clear). 42% led the way in terms of biggest majority and it was in being against the notion.

Maybe you voted no on the poll and maybe it was because Hampton was the runner who is most likely the pick at 12 specifically given that Boise State’s Ashton Jeanty will likely be gone. As noted, if Dallas takes a running back at 12 the most logical option is indeed Hampton which is arguably why Mel Kiper sent him to Dallas in his latest mock.

Beyond the cost of spending your most valuable draft asset on the position, the argument against a running back in the first round is generally that the position can be addressed elsewhere. Earlier this week our own Danny Phantom offered an exercise that gave an opportunity to assemble the best haul in the first round where running back, wide receiver and cornerback were each addressed. He noted that commenters were welcome to bring forth their preferred combination and this was one of the most rec’d solutions presented.

BlueFlash
Give me:
Tmac
Henderson
Parish

BlueFlash presented Tetairoa McMillan (Arizona), TreVeyon Henderson (Ohio State) and Jacob Parrish (Kansas State). Wide receiver, running back and cornerback all get love in this scenario.

If you browse the rest of the comments the most popular/rec’d answers tend to offer Henderson in the second round. It feels pretty consensus that this would be a great direction for Dallas to go in.

Consider that recently ESPN’s Jordan Reid noted that it seems more likely, in his estimation at least, that the Cowboys would go running back in the second round. He specifically noted Henderson as an option along with his fellow Buckeye in Quinshon Judkins.

What we’re hearing about the Cowboys’ draft: The Cowboys have been open about needing an explosive receiver opposite CeeDee Lamb, with Matthew Golden (Texas) being heavily linked to them at the No. 12 pick. Running back is also a need for Dallas. While there has been talk about the Cowboys taking Omarion Hampton (North Carolina) at No. 12, it seems more likely that they’ll use their second-round pick on a runner. The team has expressed interest in Ohio State running backs TreVeyon Henderson and Quinshon Judkins in that spot. — Reid

Thankfully it appears that the board is likely going to fall this way for the Cowboys. It is possible that things even go so well for them that they are able to pull off some sequence like this after even trading back in the first round.

But for the Omarion Hampton fans, running back at 12 seems to be the most inefficient way to go about building this year’s draft class. Who disagrees?

Source: https://www.bloggingtheboys.com/202...on-henderson-quinshon-judkins-omarion-hampton

 

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Dallas Cowboys draft: 6 prospects to keep an eye out for on Day 3

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Here are some late-round prospects to keep in mind.

As the draft approaches, you can formulate what direction the Dallas Cowboys may go with the 12th overall selection. When you assess Dallas’ pre-draft 30 visits with prospects, you can sense what positions they may choose at the top of their draft board. Dallas has taken a long look at defensive linemen, receivers, and running backs, meeting with Omarion Hampton, Matthew Golden, and Walter Nolen. The top of the draft isn’t what decides the entire class of rookies, but it dictates how the remainder of the board will be stacked for the Cowboys. Whether you argue in favor of one position over another, receiver, running back, edge rusher, or other, with the 12th pick, and Dallas chooses otherwise, don’t be disappointed. Different options are littered throughout the draft, even in the later stages. Here are some prospects to watch for on day 3 or later.

Bhayshul Tuten, RB, Virginia Tech​

While some fans have set their sights on Ohio State’s TreyVeyon Henderson in the second round, there’s reason to believe he will not be there once Dallas picks again at 44. If you covet a player with a similar profile and speed, look no further than Virginia Tech’s Bhayshul Tuten. He was an explosive runner last season, going for over 1,100 yards, and had 6.3 yards per attempt. He’s got some pass-catching upside as a third-down running back and should fit in well playing alongside Javonte Williams and Miles Sanders. Tuten ran a 4.32 40-yard dash at the combine and has home run potential. He can also contribute on special teams as he has two kickoff returns for touchdowns in 2023.

Bhayshul Tuten is a big play waiting to happen pic.twitter.com/JYljankqym

— Billy M (@BillyM_91) March 8, 2025​

Kalel Mullings, RB, Michigan​

The Cowboys have tinkered with Hunter Leupke as their short-yardage runner, but they don’t have the traditional bruising runner to fill that role. Kalel Mullings would serve that purpose. He’s a big, downhill runner who looks to lay the boom on opposing defenses. Mullins has a strong build with good leg drive to churn out tough runs. He can also be tasked to help on third downs as a pass protector and is willing to pick up the free rusher. Mullins could fall as late as the sixth round, where Dallas has the 211th overall pick.

Arian Smith, WR, Georgia​

Wide receiver is one of the most discussed topics when assessing what needs the Cowboys have. Whether you prefer Matthew Golden or Tetairoa McMillan, Dallas needs receivers with enviable characteristics to give the offense life and lessen the burden on CeeDee Lamb. If Dallas doesn’t miss out on early difference makers at wide receiver, choosing to bank on what they have on their roster and later in the draft, Arian Smith is a good choice.

The numbers won’t look great in 2024, but that’s because Georgia’s offense regressed and had inconsistent play at quarterback with Carson Beck and Gunnar Stockton. Smith has terrific speed and was clocked at 4.36 on his 40-yard dash. He’s also more physical at the line of scrimmage than one might expect for his build. If you get him the ball in space, Smith can take it the distance. His lack of production will hurt his draft stock and he could fall out of the draft entirely, possibly making him a priority free agent.

Kaden Prather, WR, Maryland​

Keeping up with the theme of traits and athleticism, Kaiden Prather also has some late-round aspects that Dallas could take a chance on. Like Smith, Prather doesn’t have elite production, causing some to question his overall outlook. However, when you examine his athleticism, size, and craftiness as a route runner, you get a prospect with a pretty high floor in contrast to where he projects to go in the draft. As a downfield threat, he knows how to stack a defender and position himself to high-point the ball over smaller defenders. Prather also has the grit to make contested catches over the middle of the field. He’d be a nice addition to the wide receiver room heading into rookie minicamp.

Jabbar Muhammad, CB, Oregon

The Cowboys have a pressing need at cornerback. Firstly, because of the health of their top two cornerbacks, Trevon Diggs and DaRon Bland. Secondly, and equally important, is the departure of Jourdan Lewis from free agency. Dallas has a glaring hole at slot cornerback that needs to be addressed. Jabbar Muhammad is an ideal play for the Cowboys. Muhammad was an exceptional player at Washington during their march to the national championship game in 2023. He took a step back after his transfer in 2024 to Oregon, and there were questions about his physical limitations, such as his speed and size. Yet, Muhammad understands receiver routes and has a nose for football. Off the field, he has great character and is a welcome addition to a locker room of professionals.

Every target or touch for All-Word WR Jeremiah Smith vs Jabbar Muhammad:

Targets: 6
Catches: 2
Completion percentage: 33.33%
Yards: 47
Long: 38
PBU: 2
INTs: 0
QB Rating: 62.0
Carries: 1
Yards: 5
TDs: 0
Total yards: 52

Coach Williams Ballhawk Grade: Pretty Damn Good!@jabbar7_ https://t.co/ZnxVbARee5 pic.twitter.com/yNF0bPhfw2

— Mighty Kaos aka Coach Williams (@mightykaos41) January 28, 2025​

Bihal Kone, CB, Western Michigan

Bihal Kone is a big corner with good strength and a solid press to jam receivers off the line of scrimmage. He’s a solid tackler on the boundary. Kone also has good athleticism in coverage and can make up for mistakes when beaten in coverage. He’s got a very good feel of when to play the ball in the air and get his hands out to deflect the ball at the right time without drawing unnecessary penalties downfield. Kone is a well-traveled prospect who has worked his way up from zero stars as a recruit to a D1 prospect with enticing physical traits. The Cowboys could find a diamond in the rough later that still polishing his game.

Source: https://www.bloggingtheboys.com/202...uten-kalel-mullings-arian-smith-kaden-prather

 

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Marshawn Kneeland is edging closer to starting in 2025

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Cowboys DE Marshawn Kneeland may be moving into a big role in his second season.

There’s been plenty of talk this offseason about the Cowboys’ likely reliance on young prospects on the 2025 roster. One such player is second-year DE Marshawn Kneeland, who could be looking at a starting job this year unless Dallas uses its first-round pick on his position.

Of course, the draft could change realities for plenty of guys depending on who the Cowboys draft early. But with Dallas expected to deal with holes at RB, WR, or CB with their first few picks, an immediate new starter at other positions seems less likely. They’ll likely lean into the development of OT Tyler Guyton, DT Mazi Smith, and others to shore up issues at those spots.

Kneeland, a second-round pick in 2024, is another guy the Cowboys may be counting on. With both DeMarcus Lawrence and Chauncey Golston leaving last month in free agency, Kneeland is the closest thing Dallas has currently had to a proper replacement. While Dante Fowler and Sam Williams’ returns will help with the pass rush, Kneeland’s size and game are closer to the run-stopping role that Lawrence and Golston helped fill.

The Cowboys also signed Payton Turner, a former first-round pick by the Saints in 2021, but he’s also more of a pass rusher. And really, with his career never taking off in New Orleans, he’s hardly coming into Dallas with any expectations of an immediate role. He’s more of a roll of the dice than anything.

Turner isn’t the first-round pick that Kneeland needs to worry about. It’s the next one, coming Thursday, April 24th, and the chance that Dallas could use it on one of the top edge prospects in this year’s class. That possibility certainly can’t be ignored given the potential “best player available” scenario, but at least the Cowboys have bigger needs to address once they’re on the clock.

Still, Dallas has met with Georgia’s Mykel Williams, Tennessee’s James Pearce, and Texas A&M’s Shemar Stewart in pre-draft visits. These are all players with strong first-round potential, so the Cowboys must at least be considering taking one if they’re not happy with their options at other positions. They could also be preparing in case one of them falls to the 44th pick, but that’s hardly something you can count on.

In terms of replacing DeMarcus Lawrence, though, Kneeland already has a solid claim. He, like Tank, was a second-round pick. He was even compared to Lawrence when drafted as a guy who, while being stronger against the run, possessed all-around upside. Kneeland flashed enough in his opportunities to give hope for better things to come.

One person inspired by Kneeland’s play was former Cowboys defensive lineman Tyrone Crawford, who posted the following on social media just a couple of weeks ago:

I know there’s two guys on the Cowboys roster right now that people don’t talk a lot about, but their names are gonna blow up next year!

— Tyrone Crawford (@TCrawford98) March 27, 2025​

In replies to that tweet, Crawford confirmed that one of the players he was praising was Kneeland. Granted, he’s only one guy and no longer involved with the organization in any official capacity. But as a longtime veteran leader on Dallas’ defense, Crawford’s high opinion of Kneeland at least gives us reason to be excited.

As with many other players come draft weekend, Marshawn Kneeland may see his fortunes change depending on who the Cowboys select. But for right now, he’s in a strong position to be a primary piece for Dallas’ run defense and perhaps more. It’s been a bit since the Cowboys hit big with a second-rounder (Trevon Diggs in 2020), so hopefully Kneeland can be one of the good ones. Dallas certainly needs him or someone else to step up and fill the void at defensive end.

Source: https://www.bloggingtheboys.com/202...defensive-end-demarcus-lawrence-micah-parsons

 

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Cowboys news: How Cowboys’ last five first-round picks have fared

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The latest buzz surrounding the Dallas Cowboys

From CeeDee Lamb to Tyler Guyton: How Cowboys’ last five first-round picks have fared - Chris Amaya, Dallas Morning News​

A look into the last five first-round draft picks for the Cowboys and how they are faring so far in the NFL.

2021 first-round draftee: Penn State LB Micah Parsons

Where he was drafted: 12th overall in the 2021 NFL draft (Dallas traded down from No. 10)

Stats since landing in Dallas: 256 total tackles, 112 quarterback hits, 63 tackles for loss, 52.5 sacks, nine forced fumbles and nine pass deflections.

Summary: Like Lamb, Parsons made an immediate impact upon joining the Cowboys. Although he was initially viewed as an off-ball linebacker, Parsons has made his presence felt as a pass rusher in the NFL. He has posted double-digit sacks in each of four seasons as a Cowboy, earning four Pro Bowl selections and three All-Pro honors. Parsons is also perennially in the discussion for Defensive Player of the Year.

The do-it-all weapon is currently seeking his second contract from the Cowboys. A new deal would likely make him one of the league’s highest-paid non-quarterbacks.

2022 first-round draftee: Tulsa OL Tyler Smith

Where he was drafted: 24th overall in the 2022 NFL draft

Stats since landing in Dallas: Has started 47 games over the last three seasons, playing 3,140 snaps. Has lined up at offensive guard and offensive tackle.

Summary: While their selection of Smith was initially met with some shock, the Cowboys have benefited from taking the North Crowley product. Smith has proven to be a versatile piece in Dallas, lining up at both left guard and left tackle. In his rookie year, Smith was immediately tasked with protecting Dak Prescott’s blindside after Tyron Smith went down with an injury. He excelled in that spot.

Smith has earned two Pro Bowl selections and an All-Pro honor throughout his time in Dallas. He’ll likely be a key piece of the team’s offensive line for years to come.

Possible Pick: R.J. Mickens presents an intriguing late round option - Tommy Yarrish, DallasCowboys.com​

If the Cowboys are looking to add more depth to the safety room, they could have a good option in R.J. Mickens in the later rounds of the draft.

Where He’s Projected:

Despite finishing his Clemson career with a productive fifth season, Mickens is looked at as a Day 3 pick, with some projections even seeing him go as late as the seventh round, presenting a chance for a late-round value addition.

How He Helps the Cowboys:

If the aforementioned projection stays true, Mickens gives Dallas an option to add to their safety room that brings back all five bodies that played for them in 2024. Malik Hooker and Donovan Wilson started alongside each other in all 17 games, but could the room use some more youth and depth?

Mickens give you a lot of reasons to say yes, as a high-IQ player who can be the quarterback of a defense with great instincts that allow him to play fast and confident and a willingness to get physical as a tackler. That sounds like the exact kind of player that the Cowboys defense is looking for under Matt Eberflus.

Concerns certainly lie in his top end speed, which is something to consider with coverage ability, but overall there’s a good body of work on tape for Mickens, and the football DNA that runs through the Mickens family reveals itself with R.J.

Cowboys’ DeMarvion Overshown isn’t ‘throwing away’ a Week 1 return - Koby Skillern, Sports Illustrated​

DeMarvion Overshown has high hopes for returning to the field in 2025.

As Overshown works his way back from his gruesome injuries, he remains candid and optimistic about when he will return to the field.

“Nowadays, being young in my career, it’s something that you don’t want to rush. I’ll probably start off on the PUP list, but I’m not throwing away starting off in Week 1. I’m never throwing that out the door. I’m working for it,” said Overshown.

Although Overshown isn’t ruling out a return in Week 1, Cowboys writer Clarence Hill believes November is a more realistic return date.

After watching Overshown showcase his immense talent, athleticism, and work ethic during his time in the NFL, Cowboys Nation would much rather see Overshown return to full health rather than risk re-injury.

Next Man Up: Sam Williams is starved, ready to feast for Cowboys in return from ACL injury - Patrik Walker, DallasCowboys.com​

The Cowboys have some holes to fill on their defensive line after the departure of DeMarcus Lawrence. Sam Williams is eager to get his shot at the opportunity.

The Present: What might’ve been, and was predicted to be, a potential breakout season — with both Dante Fowler and Dorance Armstrong departing for the Commanders in free agency — for Williams in 2024 immediately became disastrous when he went down on a routine non-contact drill at the beginning of training camp. It was discovered he’d torn his ACL and would be done for the season, completely deleting Year 3 from his NFL calendar in the process. Well, Fowler has returned to the Cowboys, but Lawrence has taken his talent to the Seahawks.

The Future: As Williams works his way back onto the field, it’s also Marshawn Kneeland, the 2024 second-round pick, that he’ll have to contend with going forward; but Williams’ could not be more driven to make 2025 his best season as a pro. It’s not simply his social media post that read “my turn” following the departure of Lawrence, but also the fact he’s entering a season that will likely determine the next step in his career and, yes, I’m also talking contractually and financially. It’s undetermined yet if Williams will begin this year’s training camp on the PUP (physically unable to perform) list, and that is something to keep an eye on but, once he does return to the field, you can expect to see a starved animal looking for a meal during every one of his snaps.

Cowboys should take a chance on Shilo Sanders in 2025 NFL Draft - Tyler Reed, Sports Illustrated​

Another option for the Cowboys to bolster their safety room in the draft is none other than Primetime’s son, Shilo Sanders.

Alex Kay recently crafted a list of 2025 draft prospects that could be potential steals in the later rounds. One name on that list is one that is very familiar with Cowboys fans.

Kay writes that former Colorado safety Shilo Sanders has the potential to be a diamond found in the rough during the 2025 NFL Draft.

“The elder Sanders’ draft stock received a boost last week when he ran an impressive 4.52-second 40-yard dash at Colorado’s pro day. While he didn’t quite hit the target that father and head coach Deion Sanders was hoping for—Coach Prime had promised to buy his son a new car if he ran a 4.4 or better—it’s one that should have scouts buzzing about his pro potential,” writes Kay.

Sanders has the speed to belong in the NFL, and getting the chance to play behind Malik Hooker and Markquese Bell could be the learning opportunity Sanders needs to become a household name on his own.

Source: https://www.bloggingtheboys.com/202...sons-tyler-smith-injuries-demarvion-overshown

 

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Cowboys news: Dak Prescott talks rehab approach after hamstring tear

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The latest news surrounding the Dallas Cowboys is here.

Dak Prescott: If I had to play a game today, I definitely could - Charean Williams, PFT​

QB1 says he could play today.

Dak Prescott won’t play a real game for another five months, and his surgically repaired hamstring is almost healed now.

“If I had to play a game today, I definitely could do that,” the Cowboys quarterback said Friday, via Nick Harris of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram. “It’s about moving forward healthy to make sure I can play 17-20 times when the time is right.”

Video on social media has shown Prescott throwing to teammates at a local high school in preparation for the opening of the team’s offseason program on Monday.

Prescott’s right hamstring tore off the bone in a Week 9 game against the Falcons, and he underwent surgery Nov. 13.

“I’m getting close to where I want to be,” Prescott said. “I don’t want to put a percentage on it. I know we got team activities coming up. I imagine myself being involved in some sort, if not all. Then again, understanding my age and what I’ve been through, it’s about being ready for the fall. I’m not rushing anything, but I’m where I want to be.”

How Cowboys' Dak Prescott approached changing his body after tearing hamstring - Calvin Watkins, Dallas Morning News ​

Dak Prescott has attacked his rehab full throttle, and it's paying off.

The videos of a slim down Dak Prescott caused a stir on social media recently.

On Friday night, the Cowboys quarterback told everyone to hold off on giving him the nickname Slim Dak.

How about Redistribution Dak.

Prescott said he’s moved some weight to his legs as part of the rehab process of his recovery from a torn hamstring injury, suffered in Week 8 against Atlanta in the 2024 season. If anything, Prescott said he weighs the same, listed at 238, it’s just moved around.

“It’s just the work I’ve put into it,” Prescott said before the annual Children’s Cancer Fund gala. “Unfortunately, I’ve been through this process of recovering from injuries before. I embrace it and I know a better version of me is on the other side. That’s just the way I approach this whole offseason, this whole rehab process and a sense of that I’ve moved weight around and I’ve lost weight. But I feel great and getting very, very close every day.”

When the Cowboys open voluntary workouts on Monday at The Star, Prescott will be in attendance but won’t participate much, as he’s still recovering from a hamstring injury in which the tendon tore off the bone. Yet, his movements in videos displayed on social media, where he throws passes to teammates at Celina High School, lead to some excitement that he has recovered.

“I’m getting close to where I want to be,” Prescott said. “I don’t want to put a percentage on it. I know we got team activities coming up. I image myself being involved in some sort, not all, but then again, understand my age (31) and what I had and what I went through, it’s about getting to the fall and being my best in the fall and not rush into anything.”

Next Man Up: Contract suggests new role for Bell? - Nick Eatman, DallasCowboys.com ​

Markquese Bell could play more than he ever has in 2025.

The Present: Like with most players when a new coaching staff comes in, the jury is out on Bell’s specific role with the defense. We haven’t been able to see how new DC Matt Eberflus will utilize Bell, but one thing seems pretty clear – he will at least have a bigger role this year. The reason for that is simply the fact the Cowboys chose to re-sign him to a three-year contract, avoiding restricted free agency with Bell, who is expected to earn anywhere from $9 million to $12 million with this contract, depending on his play-time and other incentives. But the Cowboys seem to have a bigger vision for Bell, perhaps in a similar way to what we saw two years ago when he surpassed the 100-tackle mark.

The Future: There might be other positions on the team that are deemed to be more intriguing, but safety should at least be in the mix, mainly because of the depth in numbers the Cowboys have accumulated at safety. Giving Bell a three-year deal suggests he’s a big part of the plans. But let’s not forget Juanyeh Thomas and Israel Mukuamu were both re-signed and those are just the projected backups behind Donovan Wilson and Malik Hooker, who both signed new contracts in the last two years. Bell getting the most recent three-year deal is a sign that he will compete for a starting job and should have a role that will keep him on the field both on defense and special teams. He’s got tackling ability like a linebacker with speed and size of a safety. That could be a dangerous combination for mismatches. But Bell also has to make sure he can shed blocks when he’s in the trenches and meets up with the oversized offensive linemen. Finding the role for Bell will be something to watch this offseason but the Cowboys have at least showed part of their hand – with the contact – that it’s a bigger priority this year.

Former NFL scout reveals his ideal top 3 rounds for the Dallas Cowboys - Mario Herrera Jr., Inside The Star ​

Bryan Broaddus picks would address some major needs on the first two days of the NFL Draft.

WR Tetairoa McMillan, University of Arizona

Selecting WR Tetairoa McMillan with the 12th overall pick would provide quarterback Dak Prescott with a formidable target.

McMillan’s impressive college career showcased his exceptional route-running, reliable hands, and ability to make contested catches.

Standing at 6’4″ with remarkable athleticism, he poses a significant red-zone threat and can stretch the field vertically.

Pairing McMillan with CeeDee Lamb would create a dynamic receiving duo, challenging opposing defenses and opening up the passing game.

CB Shavon Revel Jr., East Carolina University

At the 44th overall pick, CB Shavon Revel Jr. offers the Cowboys an opportunity to strengthen their secondary.

Revel Jr. is known for his agility, ball-hawking skills, and physical playstyle. His ability to read quarterbacks and anticipate routes makes him a valuable asset in pass coverage.

With Trevon Diggs recovering from injury and contract negotiations ongoing with DaRon Bland, adding depth at cornerback is a prudent move.

Revel Jr.’s presence would provide immediate competition and potential starting capability in the defensive backfield.

The East Carolina Pirate would be yet another first-round talent to drop in the draft because of injury, only to have the Cowboys scoop him up in the second round.

NFL Insider praises Jerry Jones for doing the bare minimum for Dallas Cowboys and it's just not right - Mauricio Rodriguez, AtoZ Sports ​

This was certainly a weird thing to give Jerry Jones kudos for.

Let me start off by saying: I love Albert Breer’s work as an NFL insider and as a writer on The MMQB. He’s one of the best in the business and I never miss his weekly column. But I’ve got to be honest with you: His take on Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones completely misses the mark of what’s harming the franchise on an every day basis.

On Thursday, Texas wide receiver Matthew Golden uploaded a picture with Jerry Jones from his pre-draft visit to Frisco, Texas, with the caption “Dat man” referring to the Cowboys owner. Naturally, it generated all kinds of reactions. But one stood out above all of them.

“I’ll give Jerry credit—at 82, the guy could be aboard his bazillion-dollar yacht literally anywhere he wants in the world,” Breer posted on X. “Instead, he’s in Frisco, taking part in 30 visits.”

I'll give Jerry credit—at 82, the guy could be aboard his bazillion-dollar yacht literally anywhere he wants in the world. Instead, he's in Frisco, taking part in 30 visits. https://t.co/z996fMCTL4

— Albert Breer (@AlbertBreer) April 10, 2025​

I can’t have it. That would be the perfect take if Jerry Jones was the team’s owner and nothing more. But he already gets more credit than he deserves by merely holding the title of “general manager.” Regardless of age, that is his decision and one he stubbornly defends on a yearly basis.

A general manager should be at a team’s Top 30 visits because it’s part of his job. Period. I don’t get praised at work for showing up to the weekly editorial meeting. This is what the kids call “doing the bare minimum,” like a boyfriend getting praise for simply being there for his girl if she’s feeling down.

Possible Pick: Nick Martin plays like a heat-seeking missile, flying under the radar - Tommy Yarrish, DallasCowboys.com ​

Linebacker Nick Martin could give the Cowboys good depth and a player with tremendous upside.

Name: Nick Martin

Position: Linebacker

College: Oklahoma State

Height/Weight: 5’11 ½ / 221

Did You Know? Martin, a graduate of Pleasant Grove high school in Texarkana, exploded onto the scene in 2023 when he tallied 140 tackles, the most by an Oklahoma State player since 1984. It was also the most from a Big 12 Conference player since 2018 and locked him into being a first-team All-Big 12 linebacker.

Where He’s Projected:

Because of a knee injury that sidelined him for most of the 2024 season and concerns about his size at the linebacker position, most projections have Martin being selected on Day 3.

How He Helps the Cowboys:

The Cowboys have beefed up their linebacker room this offseason with the additions of Kenneth Murray Jr. via trade and signing Jack Sanborn, plus already having young talent on the roster in the form of Marist Liufau and DeMarvion Overshown.

If Martin’s projection does end up being where he falls though, he’s a high upside player that plays like a heat-seeking missile when he’s fully healthy and his breakout year in 2023 puts it on tape. Cowboys defensive coordinator Matt Eberflus is a linebacker savant, and there’s a lot of traits to like from Martin’s game.

With Overshown set to miss some time in the 2025 season because of his knee injury, Martin would be a similar style of player in terms of his ability to fly to the ball and lay the lumber on ball carriers. His 4.53 40-yard dash at the NFL Combine was the fifth fastest amongst all linebackers in this draft class, a good sign considering the injury he’s returning from.

Source: https://www.bloggingtheboys.com/202...mstring-tear-markquese-bell-tetairoa-mcmillan

 

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Can you guess this Cowboys first-round pick in today’s in-5 trivia game?

Think you can figure out which Cowboys player we’re talking about? You’ll get five clues to figure him out in our new guessing game!

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The goal of the game is to guess the correct Cowboys player with the help of up to five clues. We’ll mix in BOTH ACTIVE AND RETIRED PLAYERS. It won’t be easy to figure it out in one or two guesses, but some of you might be able to nail it.

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Source: https://www.bloggingtheboys.com/2025/4/12/24406784/sb-nation-cowboys-daily-trivia-in-5

 

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NFC East news: Defensive options a draft focus for other division teams

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The latest news from around the division.

Commanders, Dan Quinn reportedly love Big Ten defensive standout - Serena Burks, USA Today​

Washington has eyes on beefing up the defensive line.

The Washington Commanders are continuing to monitor, evaluate, and go through their draft process ahead of the 2025 NFL draft in two weeks. They don’t need a lot of pieces from the draft, but they do need a few things. One of those things is to add depth to the defensive side of the ball, specifically on the defensive line.

One of the players they could look at in the second round is Nebraska defensive lineman Ty Robinson, who is projected to go on Day 2. NFL draft analyst Tony Pauline writes:

Teams absolutely love his versatility, and Robinson is a big, athletic defender who was used all over the line for Nebraska and produced. Washington Commanders head coach Dan Quinn has spoken highly of Robinson and loves the fact that he’s a three-down defender who can play in multiple schemes at multiple defensive line positions. League sources tell me he’s a more athletic version of Pittsburgh Steeler defensive lineman Cam Heyward.

Nebraska moved Robinson all over the place during his time there, and he’s a large part of the reason the Cornhuskers kept the Ohio State Buckeyes in check, losing by just four points to the team that would become the 2024 National Champions. He can line up anywhere on defense and puts forth maximum effort on every single play. In college, his weaknesses were overcome by his tenacity, but in the NFL, that will be more challenging.

Still, any defensive lineman compared to Cam Heyward should catch the attention of any defensive coach. Robinson may not be that type of star, but with that type of mentality and versatility, he is sure to make his presence known on the field.

Edge rusher Nic Scourton visits Eagles - Josh Alper, NBC Sports​

Philadelphia also needs to add defensive depth, after losing two edge rushers.

The Eagles have lost a pair of edge rushers since winning the Super Bowl with Josh Sweat leaving for the Cardinals and Brandon Graham announcing his retirement.

One potential addition to the group is in Philadelphia on Friday. Ian Rapoport of NFL Media reports that Nic Scourton arrived for a visit with the Eagles on Thursday.

Scourton played two seasons at Purdue before making the All-SEC team during his only season at Texas A&M. He had 37 tackles, 14 tackles for loss, five sacks, and a forced fumble for the Aggies.

Nolan Smith, Jalyx Hunt, Azeez Ojulari, Bryce Huff, and Josh Uche are some of the veteran options off the edge in Philadelphia and it seems like a decent bet that they’ll add Scourton or some other rookie to the mix before the draft is over.

Todd McShay mock draft: New York Giants trade back into Round 1 for risky quarterback - Ed Valentine, BigBlueView.com​

The Giants could add a huge piece to their defensive line.

NFL Draft analyst Todd McShay of The Ringer has the New York Giants taking a big swing for Alabama quarterback Jalen Milroe in his newly-released mock draft.

If you receive McShay’s newsletter, you can read the entire mock draft there. You can also watch McShay make and explain the picks on his YouTube channel.

McShay went what is increasingly becoming chalk for the Giants at No. 3, selecting Penn State edge defender Abdul Carter. The Tennessee Titans took Cam Ward No. 1 and the Cleveland Browns selected Travis Hunter No. 2, leaving the Giants to make a pick that seems more realistic with each passing day.

On YouTube, you can hear McShay’s explanation at the 9:37 mark (thanks, Chris!). In his newsletter, he wrote:

The reason the Giants can’t reach for a quarterback here—like Shedeur Sanders or Jaxson Dart—is because Carter is available. It’s that simple. You can’t pass up on a “tier 1” or “blue chip” talent for a quarterback who doesn’t carry that type of grade.

I view this as a huge win for the Giants, though. They get arguably the best player in the class—whose positional value is considered by most as second only to quarterback—at pick no. 3. Carter’s versatility will allow defensive coordinator Shane Bowen to drive opposing quarterbacks wild. Just imagine a third-and-long with Carter, Brian Burns, and Kayvon Thibodeaux stalking around before the snap, getting ready to hunt.

McShay indicated that both the Giants and Browns (with pick No. 33 at the top of Round 2), who we will get in a minute, have an “intention” of trading back into Round 1 “if the right opportunity presents itself and the cost is not prohibitive.”

McShay’s YouTube co-host, Steve Meunch, reacted this way:

“If you are Joe Schoen and you walk out of the first night of that draft and you have Abdul Carter and Jalen Milroe you know how the fan base is going to react to that. I might be walking around like [MMA fighter] Conor McGregor. That’s how excited I think people would be.”

Source: https://www.bloggingtheboys.com/202...ls-giants-commanders-abdul-carter-ty-robinson

 

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Cowboys fans confident this season will be better than last

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Cowboys fans made decision on win total over/under for 2025

For Dallas Cowboys fans, the 2024 season was a lost one. After three consecutive years when the team went 12-5 and made the playoffs, expectations were that the team would once again be competitive. We all know how that turned out.

The Cowboys 2024 season seemed to fall apart early and quickly. They were 3-2 after five games, but a few of those were non-competitive losses. Then a Week 6 blowout loss to the Detroit Lions sent things into a tailspin. Dak Prescott was lost for the season in the midst of a five-game losing streak which eventually lead to a 7-10 season.

We bring this up to say that with everything that went wrong in the 2024 season, including the stagnant offseason, the team still got to seven wins. That’s why it was surprising when we saw that FanDuel had the Cowboys current over/under for wins in 2025 at 7.5 wins.

With Prescott back, an active free agent/trade period, a shakeup in coaching, and a more clear direction in the offseason so far, it feels like the team should be better in 2025. It looks like most of you agree.

We asked what you would take in the over/under of 7.5 games, and you overwhelmingly took the over.

Any over of 7.5 would have to be at minimum an eight-win season. Thus, an improvement on last season’s seven wins.

Bonus question: How many wins do you think the Cowboys will get in 2025?

Source: https://www.bloggingtheboys.com/202...dak-prescott-brian-schottenheimer-free-agents

 

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2025 NFL Draft: Day 3 could be the sweet spot for Cowboys to find DT help

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Here are some defensive tackles who the Cowboys could target on Day 3 of the draft.

The Dallas Cowboys interior defensive line is still a work in progress despite re-signing Osa Odighizuwa and adding Solomon Thomas via free agency. There's hope Mazi Smith will finally live up to his first-round draft status in Year 3 with the Cowboys, but even if he does the position needs more talent.

Fortunately, one of the positions of strength in the 2025 NFL Draft is defensive tackle. Due to the depth of the position, the Cowboys can afford to bypass it if they choose with their draft picks in the Top 100 and wait until Day 3 to find a big-bodied, space-eating nose tackle to clog up the middle of their DL and upgrade their run defense.

According to The Athletic's Dane Brugler's recently released 2025 draft guide, The Beast, Day 3 might be a sweet spot for the Cowboys to add some DT help. Dallas currently has seven draft picks in rounds five through seven and fortunately for them there are several DTs in that range they could target. Below are five we'll be keeping an eye on.

Cam Horsley, Boston College (6’2”, 312)​

Fifth-round grade

Per Dane Brugler:

Overall, Horsley plays with size and power to reset the line of scrimmage when he stays leveraged, making it difficult for blockers to do their job. He has the talent to be a rotational nose for a long time in the NFL.

Yahya Black, Iowa (6’5”, 336)​

Fifth-round grade

Per Dane Brugler:

Overall, Black looks every bit the part of a “do your job” defender who clogs running lanes and does the dirty work, although he will need to improve his disruptive skills to be a three-down player. He offers scheme versatility to become a role player in any system.

Nazir Stackhouse, Georgia (6’3”, 327)​

Fifth/Sixth-round grade

Per Dane Brugler:

Overall, Stackhouse is a naturally powerful human who can two-gap, eat up double teams and make run stops at the line. He will add early-down nose tackle depth to an NFL defense.

Elijah Simmons, Tennessee (6’1”, 334)​

Sixth/Seventh-round grade

Per Dane Brugler:

Overall, Simmons has the natural body girth to grow roots and play stout against run blocks and double teams, but he will need to prove to NFL coaching that he can handle more of a workload to lockdown a roster spot. He projects as an early-down nose.

Zeek Biggers, Georgia Tech (6’5”, 321)​

Seventh-round grade

Per Dane Brugler:

Overall, Biggers is appropriately named - his size and ability look good on paper. The traits, however, need to translate better on the field for him to consistently impact the game. He has the tools to fit in even or odd fronts.

Source: https://www.bloggingtheboys.com/202...mith-cam-horsley-yahya-black-nazir-stackhouse

 

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Cowboys draft: Matthew Golden becoming a popular name connected to Dallas

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Matthew Golden and the Cowboys are starting to become tied at the hip

The Dallas Cowboys have had success drafting players in the first round. Since 2010, all of the Cowboys first-round picks have made a combined 40 Pro Bowls, the most of any team in the NFL.

Since 2010, the #Cowboys first-round picks have a combined 40 Pro Bowl nominations, the most of any team in the NFL.

Ten of their last 14 first-round draft picks have made at least one Pro Bowl.

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— Brandon Loree (@Brandoniswrite) March 27, 2025​

When it comes to their track record of selecting wide receivers in the first round, their history is just as spotless. CeeDee Lamb (4x Pro Bowler), Dez Bryant (3x Pro Bowler), Alvin Harper, and Michael Irvin (5x Pro Bowler) are the last four receivers selected by Dallas. Across the NFL media landscape, six analysts predict that the Cowboys will draft a wide receiver in the first round, two having the same name - Matthew Golden from Texas.

The 5’11”, 195-pound wide receiver from Austin has the potential to unlock the offense for Brian Schottenheimer and can be moved all over the offense in a variety of formations. Texas’ head coach, Steve Sarkisian, was on The Clean Pocket Podcast with Colt McCoy and discussed how Golden’s versatility was one of his biggest strengths.

He’s really versatile because of his strength and because of the strength of his hands and making contested catches,” Sarkisian said. “It’s easy to say make him on the backside, three by one, let him win one one one contested, but he can operate in the middle of the field, he’s not afraid. He can make those contested catches, third and six catches, with a guy on your back, choice route runner things of that nature. I think that’s where he creates value for himself is that versatility. He easily can be a “Z” and a motion guy and be a great blocker at the point of attack because he’s so strong. One of his strengths is his versatility, although he’s got the one thing you know he can rely on and that’s winning one-on-one.

Given the current depth behind CeeDee Lamb, it makes the No. 2 wide receiver even more of a glaring need on offense. Not to mention, the Cowboys have looked stagnant at times during the last few years under Mike McCarthy’s West Coast system.

Golden’s skill set is a solid complement to what Lamb presents as an offensive weapon. They both are moveable chess pieces and can line up anywhere along the offense anytime. The receiver’s versatility is why NFL Network’s Daniel Jeremiah paired him with Dallas in the first round.

NFL Draft expert @MoveTheSticks explains why he paired WR Matthew Golden with the #Cowboys in his recent mock draft.

( : Yahoo Fantasy Forecast on YT) pic.twitter.com/QWG9uzJFLR

— Brandon Loree (@Brandoniswrite) April 8, 2025​

Golden had a scheduled visit with the Cowboys on Thursday, where he met team owner and GM Jerry Jones. The Longhorns wideout was not on the original list Todd Archer reported, but Dallas seems to be highly interested in him, especially after the team already had a formal meeting with him at the NFL Combine.

Drafting an offensive player in the first round would significantly aid Brian Schottenheimer in shaping the offense in his vision. If the Cowboys select Golden with the 12th overall pick, there may not be a better mentor to guide him than Junior Adams, transitioning from the college ranks as the team’s position coach. Adams has helped develop stars like Cooper Kupp, Puka Nacua, and others around the league.

It’s only a matter of days before Dallas selects its next class of rookies to add to the roster. Golden is becoming the name to watch, potentially headlining the next crop of Cowboys at 12 overall.

Source: https://www.bloggingtheboys.com/202...afts-wide-reciever-ceedee-lamb-schottenheimer

 

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Poll: Will Micah Parsons have his contract extension before the NFL Draft?

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Do you think the Cowboys will take care of a Micah Parsons extension before the NFL Draft?

We are officially inside of two weeks to the NFL draft which means that soon enough the Dallas Cowboys roster will look much different than it does right now.

There are a lot of assumptions as to what the Cowboys are going to do during the draft and whether or not they are going to address certain positions. Some things feel very obvious, but you never know what the draft is going to offer and what directions it is going to take you in.

One of the most important questions we have about this team at the moment technically has nothing to do with the draft. We have all been on Micah Parsons Extension Watch all offseason (and all of last offseason) and to date there does not appear to be an end in view.

Like the draft though, that is something that can change quickly. One offer can be close to what the other side wants and things can really take off. We have talked endlessly about the process that the Cowboys have when it comes to these extensions and how antiquated it feels relative to the rest of the league, and it is hard to understand why they are the way they are about this stuff.

BURNING QUESTION: How much is Micah Parsons going to cost them?

It’s a little comical that there’s some element of suspense attached to the extension Cowboys owner Jerry Jones will surely eventually give Parsons. Of all the massive deals Jones has paid recently, this one would feature easily the best player on the other side of the negotiating table. Dak Prescott (who inked a four-year, $240 million extension last September) is a really good quarterback, and CeeDee Lamb (who landed a four-year, $136 million extension last August) is a phenomenal receiver. Neither has been as impactful as Parsons, a difference-maker ever since he showed up in Dallas. With that being the case, why would anybody think Jones wasn’t going to take care of the player with the fifth-most sacks (52.5) of anyone in the NFL over the past four seasons? If we’ve learned anything from the Cowboys, it’s that the biggest stars will get their due, sooner or later. Parsons will be the highest paid non-quarterback in the league. It’s seemingly just a matter of time before he joins the $40 million-per-year club.

The last part of this blurb is particularly important as it notes “if we have learned anything from the Cowboys” it is that (paraphrasing a bit here) they will eventually cave and meet the demands of the superstars.

There were obvious benefits to extending both Dak Prescott and CeeDee Lamb, but as noted, if those two ultimately got the green light from the front office, there is no doubt the light is the same color for Micah Parsons.

Parsons, quite simply, is one of the best players to come along in recent franchise history. He checks every single box in terms of being extension-worthy which is why it would have made sense to take care of it when he was first eligible (last year). If only there hadn’t been other contractual matters to tend to that were prolonged.

Sometimes the NFL draft can tell us about a team’s intentions with players on their roster. Recently here on the site, our own Jess Haynie discussed players currently on the roster who could find themselves in trouble (relatively speaking) following the draft. This is meant to say that these are players who could suddenly be pushed out sooner rather than later by replacements who are found in this year’s draft.

Now obviously the Cowboys are not going to draft someone that makes us believe Micah Parsons is in trouble, although interestingly when Parsons was drafted that served as the fullest and most visible signal that Leighton Vander Esch’s time with the team was coming to a close (he wound up getting more out of it to his credit).

But the point is that the draft is an inflection point of sorts so getting the Parsons extension done ahead of it would be good, smart and overall the best thing for everybody.

Source: https://www.bloggingtheboys.com/202...-extension-nfl-draft-dak-prescott-ceedee-lamb

 

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Cowboys news: What Dallas may end up doing along the interior offensive line

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Your Sunday morning Cowboys news.

Group Chat: Interior O-line saw addition and subtraction - Nick Eatman, DallasCowboys.com​

The Cowboys need to replace a legend.

What’s Up: Replacing Martin is certainly going to be a task and for now, it looks as if it’s the only one of the three interior positions with a question mark. At left guard, Tyler Smith has become one of the NFL’s best guard – earning two straight Pro Bowl selections. The next question for him will be “how much” the Cowboys pay him as he is now eligible for a new contract and Smith will likely be one of the next players on the roster to get an extension.

At center, Cooper Beebe is coming off a solid rookie season and from the sounds of things, Schottenheimer and the coaching staff are looking to keep him at center and build off of last year’s success. So that leaves right guard up in the air. Jones, Charles and the combination of players such as Brock Hoffman and T.J. Bass will all get the chance to compete for the job.

What’s Next: One way to try and replace one of the best guards of all time – a guard that was drafted 16th overall in the first round back in 2014 – is to repeat the process. The Cowboys have the 12th overall pick in the upcoming draft and offensive line could be an option yet again. The Cowboys drafted Tyler Guyton last year in the first round for an offensive tackle option but could go down that route again. There are plenty of options for college tackles that could actually slide inside to guard such as LSU’s Will Campbell, Missouri’s Armand Membou and Texas’ Kelvin Banks Jr. Just like Martin did back in 2014, these college tackles might convert better to the guard spot in the NFL. Maybe the Cowboys go down that route in the first round, or choose later rounds to add depth there. But the later they go in the draft to take a guard, the closer it could be talent-wise to the depth they already have. If they one an immediate impact and replacement for Martin, getting him at No. 12 or even at No. 44 in the second round could be the best option.

See which team former Cowboy Zack Martin hated the most - Staff, DMN​

The Force remains strong in Zack Martin.

The recently retired All-Pro guard for the Dallas Cowboys appeared on Chris Long’s podcast ‘Green Light’ where he began by answering Long’s question about who his most hated team was throughout his career.

“Philly by far. Not even close,” Martin said.

When Long asked him why, Martin gave a caveat.

“I hate them, by far my least favorite team, but I also loved playing Philly. I loved playing in Philly, it’s my favorite away stadium by far, not even close. Great grass. And every time we played there it was a Sunday night or a primetime Sunday afternoon game. So, it was always a great atmosphere, we always had good games. When I was in Dallas that was by far our biggest rivalry,” Martin said.

He added that the thing that made him the angriest about the Eagles was that they had two Super Bowl wins during his time, yet Martin felt like they had Cowboys teams that were just as good.

Cowboys QB Dak Prescott expects to be ‘involved’ in OTAs, could ‘play game today’ - Nick Harris, Star-Telegram​

The Cowboys - including Prescott - will report for in-house meetings on Monday before hitting the field for organized team activities (OTAs) in May.

“If I had to play a game today, I definitely could do that,” he said. “It’s about moving forward healthy to make sure I can play 17-20 times when the time is right.”

After two leg injuries, an outside dialogue has started about whether he will continue to be as mobile as he’s been throughout his career with his legs. For him, the rehab process is about making sure he can return to full mobility, where he sees his game at its peak.

“When I’m playing my best, I’m mobile,” Prescott said. “Whether it’s actually running past the line of scrimmage or scrambling and making plays with my arm, that’s vital for me and it’s a big part of this. I’ve been running more, obviously that’s part of it when you’re rehabbing a hamstring. I just want to stay on that trend of just getting better, staying mobile and doing it while getting healthy.”

Cowboys options at No. 12 - Saad Yousuf, The Athletic​

Yousouf takes a deep look the top 12 players in Dane Brugler’s Draft Guide (aka “The Beast”) to figure out what the Cowboys could do with their No. 12 pick.

1. Travis Hunter, CB, Colorado
2. Abdul Carter, edge, Penn State
3. Ashton Jeanty, RB, Boise State
4. Mason Graham, DT, Michigan
5. Jalon Walker, edge, Georgia
6. Will Campbell, OT, LSU
7. Armand Membou, OT, Missouri
8. Tyler Warren, TE, Penn State
9. Shemar Stewart, edge, Texas A&M
10. Mike Green, edge, Marshall
11. Colston Loveland, TE, Michigan
12. Tetairoa McMillan, WR, Arizona

Under the assumption that [QB Cam] Ward, goes in the top 11 and that Carter and Hunter are elite talents who have virtually no chance of slipping out of the top five, let’s look at how things may shake out from there, leading to the Cowboys’ selection.

The next five players — Jeanty, Graham, Walker, Campbell and Membou — are most likely to be selected in the top 10. There’s always a chance for a dark horse pick, but even after leaving a couple slots open for something weird, those eight players would be considered long shots for Dallas at No. 12.

If that’s the case, there will be five first-round graded players left with three selections before the Cowboys go on the clock. Two of those five players are tight ends, which is not a big need, and at least one of them — most likely Warren — should be gone before Dallas’ pick. Let’s assume the Cowboys would not be interested in drafting the other top tight end (Loveland). That leaves two more selections ahead of Dallas, and three players from the above list.

That means the Cowboys could at least have one of [DE Shemar] Stewart, [DE Mike] Green and [WR Tetairoa] McMillan.

Let’s Peek Inside the Joe Milton Mystery Box - Rivers McCown, D-Magazine​

McCown takes a long look at the Cowboys newest quarterback.

The standard of backup quarterback play in this league is poor and tends towards the predictable. We have a league where many coaches would rather embrace an older Case Keenum or Kyle Allen type who knows what he can’t do and will never attempt more than that. Milton’s arm talent allows him a chance to break that mold: to let him create in a way that is going to be agony and also utterly sublime. You’ll never know which one is going to happen, because if you did, Joe Milton would have been the first-round pick so many assumed he’d become ahead of his final year at Tennessee, when he and that preposterous arm stepped into the offense that made Hendon Hooker a dark-horse Heisman contender a year earlier (before Hooker tore his ACL).

Do I sit here watching the film confident that Milton has a chance to be something other than who he has been for five years? No. He’s slow to come off reads and did not diagnose the unpredictable very well; I don’t think that the Cowboys are suddenly going to get him processing at Dak Prescott’s level. And while the mobility is definitely there, l don’t think the way that Milton runs makes him some sort of upper-level dynamic threat. He’s going to deliver positive yardage in space, but you don’t want to design plays around Milton trying to make guys miss in the open field.

What I do think has happened is that the Cowboys managed to pay a fair price for a backup who provides them the ability to win a game here or there. Randomness can come with good outcomes, after all, and if Jameis Winston’s career arc has taught us anything, it’s that unpredictability can be tough to game plan against. Dallas needed to pay up to get someone with more upside than Will Grier, and the best young quarterback left on the market might be Desmond Ridder. Something else had to be done.

The low acquisition cost means Milton doesn’t have to be the next Tony Romo for the Cowboys to come out ahead. He just needs to be solid depth, and the Buffalo game is proof of concept that he can be at least that. Better still, he might be the perfect Cowboys backup quarterback, someone whose process won’t always be good but will always be entertaining.

And if you want to believe that Milton has the ability to be more than that—more than the low bar I want to clear—I can’t tell you you’re wrong.

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Could the Cowboys draft a star tight end in the 1st round? - Mark Heaney, Inside the Star​

Grab your pitchforks. Could Dallas draft another tight end?

For the Cowboys to consider a tight end this high in a draft, the prospect has to transcend the position. Penn State’s Tyler Warren does that.

An All-American and Mackey Award winner in 2024, this Nittany Lion lit college football on fire with his versatility, energy, and outright play-making. We’re talking about a guy who went from 34 catches in 2023 to 104 this past season.

Warren parlayed that catch increase to a staggering 1,233 receiving yards and eight touchdowns. Oh, and did I mention this 6’6″, 256-lb star rushed for over 200 yards?

His size, personality, and statistics (8.4 yards per carry and 77.1 receiving yards per game) make this kid one of the most fascinating draft prospects I have ever encountered. He is far from the traditional tight end.

It could upset the fanbase, and potentially rattle Ferguson’s feathers, but the best-player-available strategy only works if you actually stick to it.

Kellen Moore helps Cowboys pull off magical scenario in recent NFL mock draft - Jerry Trotta, The Landry Hat​

A little help from an old friend in this mock draft scenario.

If Mel Kiper’s newest (and final) mock draft is any indication, Moore and the Saints could do Dallas a huge favor on draft night.

Kiper mocked Colorado quarterback Shedeur Sanders to the Saints. Why is that good news for Dallas? Well, the Cowboys obviously aren’t targeting a quarterback. New Orleans drafting Sanders would knock other top prospects down the board, which could give America’s Team its pick of the litter in round one.

“If Sanders doesn’t go to the Giants, there aren’t many clear landing spots for him in the top 10 ... and he could slide,” Kiper writes. “I could see a team trading up for him — maybe even the Saints, who have nine picks — but most of these rosters are already set at quarterback. This is a great outcome for New Orleans, though. I like this match a lot.”

2025 NFL Draft: Day 3 could be the sweet spot for Cowboys to find DT help - Brian Martin, Blogging the Boys​

Here’s where Dallas can beef up their D-line late in the draft.

According to The Athletic’s Dane Brugler’s recently released 2025 draft guide, The Beast, Day 3 might be a sweet spot for the Cowboys to add some DT help. Dallas currently has seven draft picks in rounds five through seven and fortunately for them there are several DTs in that range they could target.

Cam Horsley, Boston College (6’2”, 312), Fifth-round grade

Per Dane Brugler: “Overall, Horsley plays with size and power to reset the line of scrimmage when he stays leveraged, making it difficult for blockers to do their job. He has the talent to be a rotational nose for a long time in the NFL.”

Yahya Black, Iowa (6’5”, 336), Fifth-round grade

Per Dane Brugler: “Overall, Black looks every bit the part of a “do your job” defender who clogs running lanes and does the dirty work, although he will need to improve his disruptive skills to be a three-down player. He offers scheme versatility to become a role player in any system.”

Nazir Stackhouse, Georgia (6’3”, 327), Fifth/Sixth-round grade

Per Dane Brugler: “Overall, Stackhouse is a naturally powerful human who can two-gap, eat up double teams and make run stops at the line. He will add early-down nose tackle depth to an NFL defense.”

Source: https://www.bloggingtheboys.com/202...k-martin-tyler-warren-kellen-moore-mock-draft

 

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Dallas Cowboys 2025 draft scouting report: Ole Miss CB Trey Amos

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Who exactly is Trey Amos?

We continue our 2025 NFL Draft preview of draft prospects that could interest the Dallas Cowboys. Today we are looking at cornerback Trey Amos out of Ole Miss.

Height: 6-foot-1
Weight: 195-lbs
Arm Length: 31 1/4”
Hand Size: 9”

Strengths:​

+ Pairs impressive size with high end athletic traits

+ Long speed to carry receivers deep is all over the tape

+ Can mirror receivers well off the line and out of breaks

+ Showed impressive instincts and breaks on the ball in off-coverage

+ Improved ball skill concerns over the course of the 2024 season

+ Scheme versatile player that can fit into any defensive system

+ Sound tackler on the boundary

+ Battles fearlessly through receivers hands to break up passes late

Weaknesses:​

- Lack of ball skills were noticeable in prior seasons

- Would like to see him continue to add strength to his frame to help play more physical in the run game

- Has very limited experience playing in the slot over his college career

- Strike placement in press can improve to impact receivers releases off the ball

- Not always the most aggressive pursuit in run support

- Can be labeled a bit of a “guesser”, leading to a handful of reps where he gets put in a spin cycle

Round Grade: 2nd​

Overall Summary:​

In a weaker cornerback class, Trey Amos should stand out due to his impressive tape, testing, and clean injury history. Amos has a shot to go at the back end of the first round, but would be an excellent fit for the Cowboys in the second round due to his coverage skills and athleticism and the strides he made taking the football away in 2024.

RAS Card:

Trey Amos is a CB prospect in the 2025 draft class. He scored a 8.37 RAS out of a possible 10.00. This ranked 450 out of 2752 CB from 1987 to 2025.https://t.co/0R3gGWhfQI pic.twitter.com/iqKerXOXKC

— Kent Lee Platte (@MathBomb) April 3, 2025​

Source: https://www.bloggingtheboys.com/202...scouting-report-ole-miss-cornerback-trey-amos

 

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How Iowa State stars make a nice backup plan if Cowboys miss out on a Day 1 receiver

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If the Cowboys don’t land a wide receiver in the first round, they might find their answer one of these two midwest pass catchers.

The Dallas Cowboys need to come out of the 2025 NFL Draft with a new wide receiver to pair alongside CeeDee Lamb. Failure to do so will mean another season of aggravation as we’ll spend way too much time complaining about the disappointment of Jalen Tolbert or how silly the front office was for giving up a draft pick to trade for Jonathan Mingo. Nobody wants that.

While all eyes are on the coveted 12th overall pick as the draft resource that lands the Cowboys a new wideout, there are no guarantees it will happen. There may be a “blinking light” talent not named Tetairoa McMillan or Matthew Golden that the team absolutely must have in the first round. If that happens, that puts a lot of pressure on round two to come away with a good receiver, as things get riskier the longer they wait.

Iowa State’s Jayden Higgins and Jaylin Noel are two players expected to be taken in the second round. While they are different types of receivers, there are similarities as they’re competitiveness and high-character nature make them a plus for any team. And only 11 yards separated these two last year, so both are appealing options and could be in the mix for the Cowboys if they target a receiver in round two.

Jayden Higgins​

Measureables: Age = 22 years, Height = 6’4”, Weight = 214 pounds, Speed = 4.47

Higgins is one of college football’s best-kept secrets. His journey started at the FCS level, playing for Eastern Kentucky his first two years. His talent was evident, and he moved up to the FBS level, joining Iowa State for his final two years. He got better each year, finishing his final season with 87 catches for 1,183 yards and nine touchdowns for the Cyclones.

With prototypical size and speed, Higgins is one of those box-checkers who isn’t exceptional at any one thing but good at so many things. As a former basketball star, he possesses nice athleticism. While his route-work is unrefined, he does display nice footwork and does a good job in and out of his release. Higgins’ pass-catching is a strength as he’s an excellent ball tracker with soft hands. If you throw it his way, he usually comes down with it. He’s not a big YAC guy, but he does have a little wiggle to him to extend plays. He’s a savvy receiver who does a good job of finding creases and quickly turns around to look for the ball. He plays with a purpose and is a guy who wants to make all the plays.

Jayden Higgins is a safe pick with untapped upside. He's smooth, he's savvy, and he's an excellent ball tracker. He might be one of the quietest Day 2 values of this WR draft class.pic.twitter.com/MeKe25mZLG

— Dan Rogers (@DannyPhantom24) April 12, 2025​

Where he fits with the Cowboys: Higgins is one of the safest receiver picks in the draft. While his ceiling might be questioned, he has all the physical tools and mental makeup to be an effective contributor to any offense. Similar to Lamb, Higgins is a versatile player who can line up anywhere, giving the Cowboys a lot of options. Dak Prescott loves guys who go where they’re supposed to go and who can haul down contested passes, and Higgins can do both of those things.

Consensus Board Rank: 49

Dane Brugler Big Board Rank: 45

Jaylin Noel​

Measureables: Age = 22 years, Height = 5’10”, Weight = 194 pounds, Speed = 4.39

Noel’s journey at Iowa State started sooner than Higgins as he’s been there all four years of college. He was even there during Brock Purdy’s final season in college, although his production, some might say, was irrelevant as he only had 269 yards and never found the end zone. Higgin’s improved each of his next three seasons, culminating an impressive final year where he finished with 80 catches, 1,184 yards, and eight touchdowns.

While Higgins projects as a well-rounded jack-of-all-trades receiver, Noel is mostly viewed as a slot specialist. He’s undersized at just 5’10”, but he doesn’t play like it as his strength and body control allow him to be a legit fighter for the ball. Like Higgins, Noel is a cerebral player, will attack defenders, and uses his quickness and sharp route-running to create separation. But the big reward with Noel is his explosiveness. His 4.39 speed makes him dangerous in the open field, and he will annihilate defenders if he gets a chance.

Jaylin Noel is an explosive slot guy who will run away from defenders, but he has some sneaky good physicality to his play. Don't let his size fool you. pic.twitter.com/hpgLsyVJm4

— Dan Rogers (@DannyPhantom24) April 12, 2025​

Where he fits with the Cowboys: While Noel does offer some ability to play on the outside, his strength is in the slot, and this is where he’ll be used the most. There’s enough flexibility to do a little mix-and-match to keep defenses guessing, but he’s more likely to fill into a complementary role whose explosiveness will provide big rewards from time to time.

Consensus Board Rank: 64

Dane Brugler Big Board Rank: 42

Source: https://www.bloggingtheboys.com/202...-jayden-higgins-jaylin-noel-tetairoa-mcmillan

 

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Cowboys draft poll: First-round picks, Matthew Golden, and the Dirty Dozen

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Asking for your take on these Cowboys’ draft scenarios

This week, we present five newly crafted draft-related questions, all obviously focused on the Dallas Cowboys. Cast your vote on each and leave your opinions in the comment section.

Ignoring BPA, what’s the biggest position of need to address in the first round?​

Many people believe wide receiver is the obvious answer here. The team needs a WR2 and this year’s wide receiver class isn’t the deepest we’re normally accustomed to. Cornerback is also a big need and has very little depth in this year’s draft class. Some will say offensive line is a first round need given last year’s complications, or even defensive tackle given the talent at the position in the first round and that it’s a huge need for Dallas.

Would you be happy with WR Matthew Golden at pick 12 for Dallas?​

There’s a lot of momentum on the “Matthew Golden to Dallas” talk at the moment. Most consider him a slam-dunk first-round selection, and his speed is exactly what Dallas needs. The team lost Brandin Cooks in free agency and have a great collection of WR3/4’s on the roster. Golden went blazing in the combine and blew up an impressive 4.29s in the 40-yard dash. He featured heavily in the Longhorns offense last season after transferring from Houston and started all 16 games in 2024. He led Texas with 987 receiving yards and nine receiving touchdowns, doing it from all three receiver positions. The issues are he never had a 1,000 yard season in college, has struggled a lot with drops, and contested catches have been a big problem for him, especially last year.

CB Trevon Diggs looks as though he will start the season on PUP, does this put cornerback as the team’s biggest weakness?​

Jourdan Lewis had a great 2024 season and Dallas could no longer afford his services and he has since signed with the Jacksonville Jaguars. Josh Butler showed promise last season in the couple of games he featured in, but he went down injured and will miss a large portion of the 2025 season. Some people inside The Star believe the situation with Diggs is far greater than some are letting on, and even speculate he could miss the start of the season. This means he will start the season on PUP and leaves only DaRon Bland as a sure thing among the team’s starting cornerbacks.

Which player would you say has been the team’s biggest bust?​

With the draft around the corner it’s a good time to look back at some of the team’s big time busts. Most fans will remember Taco Carlton as he’s the most recent. The team missed on T.J. Watt and went for the Michigan defensive end, only to watch Charlton struggle and be dropped from the team two years later. There is also cornerback Morris Claiborne. He was taken sixth overall by Dallas after the team traded up to get him. Claiborne was hindered in Dallas by a series of injuries and never lived up to the hype. Quincy Carter will still give some Cowboys fans shivers, and of course Rod Hill is still considered one of the team’s worst busts by Tom Landry back in the 80’s. Leave any names you consider a bust in the comments section.

Which defensive linemen has been the best historically?​

This year sees the 50th Anniversary of the great 1975 NFL Draft by the Dallas Cowboys that was nicknamed “The Dirty Dozen”. The draft class set the Dallas on a path to Super Bowl greatness and would dominate the mid to late 1970’s. Spearheading the draft was the great and powerful, Randy White (aka The Manster). The rookie class would end up with just a Hall of Famer but four other Pro Bowlers, and even included wide receiver Percy Howard, who would become the second rookie in NFL history to score a touchdown in a Super Bowl.

Source: https://www.bloggingtheboys.com/202...cks-matthew-golden-dirty-dozen-position-needs

 

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What the Cowboys looked like last time someone won the career grand slam before Rory McIlroy

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Rory McIlroy just achieved the career grand slam... here is what the Dallas Cowboys looked like last time someone did.

Rory McIlroy is at long last a Masters Champion. It took forever, but it finally happened.

Some are saying that if Rory can win a green jacket that the Dallas Cowboys can even win the Super Bowl. Whether or not that’s true certainly remains to be seen.

Maybe you have no idea what I am talking about. If you do not follow golf I imagine that you are at least somewhat familiar with The Masters, the most prestigious tournament that the game has to offer. Rory McIlroy has been among golf’s greatest and most successful stars for a decade and a half and prior to Sunday it had eluded him. That is no longer the case.

Beyond winning the coveted green jacket, McIlroy put himself in a different kind of sports immortality as The Masters was the last of golf’s four major championships that he had yet to win. Golf also offers the U.S. Open, Open Championship and PGA Championship. McIlroy won each of them early in his career and even won the PGA twice.

McIlroy’s most recent major championship was his second PGA which occurred in August of 2014. For some Dallas Cowboys perspective consider that Zack Martin was barely a rookie for the team and that he just recently officially retired.

McIlroy joined the most elite fraternity that the game of golf has to offer in terms of players who have won all four majors in their career, a feat that is often referred to as winning the career grand slam. Gene Sarazen, Ben Hogan, Gary Player, Jack Nicklaus and Tiger Woods now have a sixth player in their club in McIlroy, although it had been a quarter century since the last addition was made.

Tiger Woods was the most recent player to accomplish the career grand slam and did so in 2000. With McIlroy doing so on Sunday we thought it would be fun to take a look at what the Cowboys looked like the last time golf saw this particular accomplishment in its sport.

Here is what the Dallas Cowboys looked like the last time someone completed golf’s career grand slam before Sunday​

The final major championship that Woods won to complete his career grand slam was the Open Championship in 2000. To be more specific, it took place in July of that year.

The Dallas Cowboys were running on fumes at that time relative to their 1990s dynasty and in fact it was their first season of play without Michael Irvin on the roster since before it began. Deion Sanders and Daryl Johnston also did not return. It would wind up being Troy Aikman’s last one to boot.

With Irvin no longer present Jerry Jones was trying to extend the window of success that the Cowboys were getting far away from (imagine only being five years removed from a title game appearance!) and earned the wildcatter reputation that some still hold him to as he traded the team’s first-round pick (and the following year’s) to the Seattle Seahawks in exchange for Joey Galloway. Needless to say that did not work out well.

Tennessee cornerback Dwayne Goodrich was the team’s first draft selection and was taken in the second round what with the Galloway trade costing the team their first-round pick. While the NFL has become quite popular on an international level nowadays that was hardly the case in 2000, but the Cowboys did play a preseason game in Tokyo. It was a different time.

All told the Cowboys would only win six games across the 2000 season and saw it end on Christmas Day against the reigning AFC Champions in the Tennessee Titans (again, this was a long time ago). As far as the division was concerned the New York Giants won the NFC East and even reached the Super Bowl themselves, although they lost to Brian Billick’s Baltimore Ravens. Like I said... this was a very, very long time ago.

This was actually so long ago that the Giants won an NFC East that still featured the Arizona Cardinals as the league’s divisional alignment that we know today took place in 2002 when the Houston Texans joined. There had been no career grand slam in golf since prior to their existence!

As far as potential for future career grand slams the closest possible opportunity now officially belongs to Dallas Cowboys fan Jordan Spieth. All he lacks to this point is the PGA Championship, but his game has not necessarily been in a place as of late that would suggest this will happen anytime soon.

Whatever the case Rory McIlroy is part of the club himself now. Congratulations to him.

Source: https://www.bloggingtheboys.com/202...won-the-career-grand-slam-before-rory-mcilroy