This off-season has been somewhat different. Most Cowboys fans are accustomed to the experiences of past years, especially last year.
The Joe Milton trade addresses the backup quarterback spot. I wanted to see how things might play out in a few weeks. Dallas still has obvious needs with a number two wide receiver.
They also need a home run threat at running back and a clog at NT. Additionally, due to free-agent departures and injuries, there’s a need for depth at cornerback.
If Dallas can add some of these players to the guys they added this off-season, they will enhance their team. They have a great chance to return to the 2023 Cowboys instead of the 2024.
Of course, I did this mock with no trades. That is not a true mock since you can manipulate the whole process.
The ideal number-two wide receiver candidate for the Cowboys to pair with Lamb. Golden will make life that much easier this season for Lamb and Prescott. The other receivers will return to their more natural three, four, and five spots.
Limited starting experience but has the length and size that make him an intriguing choice and a starter shortly. Thomas is a very exciting prospect who should help replenish the secondary and possible elevate it.
Dallas benefits from a deep running back class and grabs the genuine homerun threat they have missed. Henderson will work well as part of the running back community early before taking over workhorse duties.
Four-year starter who will offer depth at first. He could take over at right guard (Zach Martin’s spot) once he gets some work. Most of his experience is at left guard. Teams can’t pass on a four year starter for a line that needs one more piece.
A massive human being at 6-6 and 328 pounds who will be needed to help finally stop the run. Jackson will be part of the rotation and is a good run defender and that is something Dallas desperately needs
Starting safeties are free agents after 2025 season (Wilson). They are also free agents after the 2026 season (Hooker). So, developing at least one replacement would be a wise move. He can be a special team asset this year and a strong safety long-term answer.
Dallas can always use depth at linebacker, and Oliver can develop as an OLB/Pass rusher for this team. The defense is being rebuilt, and depth at linebacker has been a priority all off-season.
Great value pick for a potential play-making corner. Harris is a little older for a rookie (25) so his learning curve should be short. Dallas’s secondary was decimated this off-season. Harris gives them a nice, cheap choice. He can likely turn into a long-term starter.
Bulldozing power back who would be a great short or goal line type answer. Will have to battle for a spot. He might find a nice spot on the practice squad while the dust settles. Eventually, it clears with all the new adds.
Another wide body (6-4 327) who number one priority will be to stop the run. Likely be a rotational linemen but could be an eventual starter. Great value at this spot hopefully he last that long for the Cowboys sake.
I have always believed that passionate fans have a deeper understanding of their teams and players than agenda-driven sports reporters. Fans are not concerned if a player was rude to a reporter in the locker room; instead, they focus on the player’s performance and character without being swayed by personal grudges.
These dedicated fans work forty hours a week and reserve their weekends in the fall to watch their teams compete. Many attend a few games each season and often create a special viewing area in their homes to cheer for their teams.
To gather honest opinions on the players from their schools who will be eligible for the NFL Draft, I decided to reach out to my passionate friends who support various teams.
First up is lifelong Penn State fan and former season ticket holder Scott, who discusses the first players expected to be drafted on day one of the NFL Draft.
Strength: Speed to rush the passer. He switched to DE from being a linebacker. Physical and aggressive.
Weakness: He still needs more time as an edge rusher. Can over pursue at times.
What was the best game or performance you remember him having during his career at Penn State? He had an outstanding playoff run. The play I remember most is when he broke through the Notre Dame line and sacked Riley Leonard using just one arm.
Is he destined for success in the NFL, CFL, or WFL?: First-round NFL draft pick
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