Dallas Cowboys Bleacher Report: 2013 Nfl 7 Round Mock Draft

[mrmason67]

Round 1: Chance Warmack, OG, Alabama
Jamie Squire/Getty Images
Height: 6’3”
Weight: 320 lbs
There are rumors surfacing thatChance Warmack could be a top-10 pick. The same thing happened last year with David DeCastro and look how far he dropped. The truth is that teams typically don’t like taking guards that high and their value typically outweighs their actual draft position.
Warmack is one of those guys.
Warmack is a big, strong, athletic guard that has become one of the better guard prospects over the last 10 years. His ability to get to the next level would allow the Cowboys run balanced offense to flourish.
While I think he’s a much better run-blocker than a pass-blocker, He is above average at both.
Warmack has excellent technique. He always keeps his assignment in front of him and maintains a square frame with a good center of gravity.
His footwork is among the best I’ve seen from an offensive lineman in some time.
There will be guys like John Jenkins and Sam Montgomery around but Warmack fits the bill as a high value player and fills a team need.

Round 2: D.J. Fluker, OT, Alabama
Chris Graythen/Getty Images
Height: 6’6”
Weight: 335 lbs
Not much to say about Fluker. He is a sure first-round prospect if it isn’t for the emergence of players like Luke Joeckel and Eric Fisher. The truth is that if there was a higher desire to take a tackle in the higher rounds Fluker would be gone.
Oh well, everyone’s loss is the Cowboys’ gain.
The Cowboys have the opportunity to add another high value, franchise caliber lineman to a very mediocre unit. Fluker is powerful and nasty. He has experience in a balanced offense and plays with incredible consistency.
Fluker has only one main weakness and that is his pass blocking. Still, he’s an upgrade over Doug Free and could really develop that aspect of his game from Bill Callahan. It’s a plus that his college teammate would line up right next to him.
If Fluker does get taken earlier, prospects like Ricky Wagner, OT, Wisconsin and Jake Matthews, OT, Texas A&M would be worth considering.

Round 3: Margus Hunt, DE, SMU
Ronald Martinez/Getty Images
Height: 6’7”
Weight: 288 lbs
Ok, lets get something straight before you guys get me in the comment section, Margus Hunt is my pet cat.
It’s hard not to love everything about Hunt as a prospect. He has tremendous size and athleticism and the combination makes him a dangerous weapon for the defense.
Hunt is physical monster. He exemplifies “beast mode” and the scary part is that he’s still getting better.
The guy does everything well. He’s an outstanding pass rusher, he’s improving his run defense techniques, and even has an interception.
The fact that Hunt is available in the third round is insane to me. However, the guy is still raw. He has a lot to learn in terms of technique and play recognition.
If he can increase his football IQ Hunt can be the steal of this years draft.
Other prospects available: Matt Elam, Landry Jones, and Eddie Lacy.

Round 4: Bacarri Rambo, S, UGA
Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images
Height: 6’0”
Weight: 218 lbs
Rambo’s name says a lot about him. The safety out of Georgia is an intense, physical playmaker who is around every play.
Rambo is likely a second round prospect in a smaller safety draft class but the depth this year is insane.
Rambo is what we’d call a prototype. He is fast, athletic, and strong. He has been a huge playmaker for the Bulldogs and has proven to be clutch.
He, like all players, has some work to do though. Rambo needs to be more disciplined. With some increased focus and work ethic he could be a great player.
Rambo is the definition of a high-reward player. In the fourth round he is the perfect gamble. Worst-case scenario is that you get Keith Davis in his prime, best-case scenario you get Ed Reed.

Round 5: Brandon Williams, DT, Missouri Southern
Photo Courtesy www.mssulions.com
Height: 6’3”
Weight: 325 lbs
Hands down, Brandon Williams is the most underrated, complete football player in this NFL Draft.
Look, it’s no secret that players who play in Division II Athletics are typically of a lower caliber. However, sometimes those players just weren’t looked at hard enough.
For Williams, it’s the latter.
This guy owns the school record for sacks in a career (27) and can play any position on the defensive line. He has a high motor, excellent burst, and fantastic football I.Q. He is one of those blue-collar players who works hard, plays hard, and stays out of trouble.
I haven’t watched all the tape on Williams and it’s extremely rare that I don’t identify player weaknesses to you guys but this time, I don’t really see any.
Williams is a force. He has awesome size, versatility, and technique. I would be shocked if his draft value didn’t spike. If he’s available and Jerry doesn’t take him, he’s an idiot.

Round 6: Ryan Nassib, QB, Syracuse
Rich Schultz/Getty Images
Height: 6’2”
Weight: 229 lbs
If you guys follow me at all through my articles you know I force feed you arguments that support the need for a developmental quarterback.
So why did I wait until round six to draft one?
The truth is the players available were just plain better in the earlier rounds.
Nassib is a zero risk, high reward player. He has above average arm strength and accuracy and is exceptional with play fakes. The problem? He tends to make bad decisions under pressure that result in turnovers.
I think that Nassib can translate well at the next level if he spends 3-4 years behindTony Romo. They have very similar playing styles and could run the exact same offense without any changes to the game plan.
If Nassib doesn’t work out you merely lose a sixth round pick and can refocus on quarterback next year or the year after when Johnny Manziel is available. Right?!

Round 7: Theo Riddick, RB, Notre Dame
Harry How/Getty Images
Height: 5’11”
Weight: 200
It’s not a secret that Felix Jones isn’t coming back. Phillip Tanner and Lance Dunbar offer good depth, but a player like Riddick offers a game breaker.
In a pass-happy league a third down back like Riddick offers a player who is competent enough to get a decent average-per-carry but is lethal in the passing game.
Riddick is an unrefined back that has problems with pass protection. However, if nothing else, he offers a player who can change things up a little bit.
You look at players like Alfred Morris and you think, “Man, maybe this can work out.” In the seventh round, you’re not really looking for anything but a decent gamble.
I like the odds.

[mrmason67]

Round 1: Chance Warmack, OG, Alabama
Jamie Squire/Getty Images
Height: 6’3”
Weight: 320 lbs
There are rumors surfacing thatChance Warmack could be a top-10 pick. The same thing happened last year with David DeCastro and look how far he dropped. The truth is that teams typically don’t like taking guards that high and their value typically outweighs their actual draft position.
Warmack is one of those guys.
Warmack is a big, strong, athletic guard that has become one of the better guard prospects over the last 10 years. His ability to get to the next level would allow the Cowboys run balanced offense to flourish.
While I think he’s a much better run-blocker than a pass-blocker, He is above average at both.
Warmack has excellent technique. He always keeps his assignment in front of him and maintains a square frame with a good center of gravity.
His footwork is among the best I’ve seen from an offensive lineman in some time.
There will be guys like John Jenkins and Sam Montgomery around but Warmack fits the bill as a high value player and fills a team need.

Round 2: D.J. Fluker, OT, Alabama
Chris Graythen/Getty Images
Height: 6’6”
Weight: 335 lbs
Not much to say about Fluker. He is a sure first-round prospect if it isn’t for the emergence of players like Luke Joeckel and Eric Fisher. The truth is that if there was a higher desire to take a tackle in the higher rounds Fluker would be gone.
Oh well, everyone’s loss is the Cowboys’ gain.
The Cowboys have the opportunity to add another high value, franchise caliber lineman to a very mediocre unit. Fluker is powerful and nasty. He has experience in a balanced offense and plays with incredible consistency.
Fluker has only one main weakness and that is his pass blocking. Still, he’s an upgrade over Doug Free and could really develop that aspect of his game from Bill Callahan. It’s a plus that his college teammate would line up right next to him.
If Fluker does get taken earlier, prospects like Ricky Wagner, OT, Wisconsin and Jake Matthews, OT, Texas A&M would be worth considering.

Round 3: Margus Hunt, DE, SMU
Ronald Martinez/Getty Images
Height: 6’7”
Weight: 288 lbs
Ok, lets get something straight before you guys get me in the comment section, Margus Hunt is my pet cat.
It’s hard not to love everything about Hunt as a prospect. He has tremendous size and athleticism and the combination makes him a dangerous weapon for the defense.
Hunt is physical monster. He exemplifies “beast mode” and the scary part is that he’s still getting better.
The guy does everything well. He’s an outstanding pass rusher, he’s improving his run defense techniques, and even has an interception.
The fact that Hunt is available in the third round is insane to me. However, the guy is still raw. He has a lot to learn in terms of technique and play recognition.
If he can increase his football IQ Hunt can be the steal of this years draft.
Other prospects available: Matt Elam, Landry Jones, and Eddie Lacy.

Round 4: Bacarri Rambo, S, UGA
Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images
Height: 6’0”
Weight: 218 lbs
Rambo’s name says a lot about him. The safety out of Georgia is an intense, physical playmaker who is around every play.
Rambo is likely a second round prospect in a smaller safety draft class but the depth this year is insane.
Rambo is what we’d call a prototype. He is fast, athletic, and strong. He has been a huge playmaker for the Bulldogs and has proven to be clutch.
He, like all players, has some work to do though. Rambo needs to be more disciplined. With some increased focus and work ethic he could be a great player.
Rambo is the definition of a high-reward player. In the fourth round he is the perfect gamble. Worst-case scenario is that you get Keith Davis in his prime, best-case scenario you get Ed Reed.

Round 5: Brandon Williams, DT, Missouri Southern
Photo Courtesy www.mssulions.com
Height: 6’3”
Weight: 325 lbs
Hands down, Brandon Williams is the most underrated, complete football player in this NFL Draft.
Look, it’s no secret that players who play in Division II Athletics are typically of a lower caliber. However, sometimes those players just weren’t looked at hard enough.
For Williams, it’s the latter.
This guy owns the school record for sacks in a career (27) and can play any position on the defensive line. He has a high motor, excellent burst, and fantastic football I.Q. He is one of those blue-collar players who works hard, plays hard, and stays out of trouble.
I haven’t watched all the tape on Williams and it’s extremely rare that I don’t identify player weaknesses to you guys but this time, I don’t really see any.
Williams is a force. He has awesome size, versatility, and technique. I would be shocked if his draft value didn’t spike. If he’s available and Jerry doesn’t take him, he’s an idiot.

Round 6: Ryan Nassib, QB, Syracuse
Rich Schultz/Getty Images
Height: 6’2”
Weight: 229 lbs
If you guys follow me at all through my articles you know I force feed you arguments that support the need for a developmental quarterback.
So why did I wait until round six to draft one?
The truth is the players available were just plain better in the earlier rounds.
Nassib is a zero risk, high reward player. He has above average arm strength and accuracy and is exceptional with play fakes. The problem? He tends to make bad decisions under pressure that result in turnovers.
I think that Nassib can translate well at the next level if he spends 3-4 years behindTony Romo. They have very similar playing styles and could run the exact same offense without any changes to the game plan.
If Nassib doesn’t work out you merely lose a sixth round pick and can refocus on quarterback next year or the year after when Johnny Manziel is available. Right?!

Round 7: Theo Riddick, RB, Notre Dame
Harry How/Getty Images
Height: 5’11”
Weight: 200
It’s not a secret that Felix Jones isn’t coming back. Phillip Tanner and Lance Dunbar offer good depth, but a player like Riddick offers a game breaker.
In a pass-happy league a third down back like Riddick offers a player who is competent enough to get a decent average-per-carry but is lethal in the passing game.
Riddick is an unrefined back that has problems with pass protection. However, if nothing else, he offers a player who can change things up a little bit.
You look at players like Alfred Morris and you think, “Man, maybe this can work out.” In the seventh round, you’re not really looking for anything but a decent gamble.
I like the odds.

[Derekmtl85]

I would love a draft like this, a couple D-line players, a couple O-line players, project QB, depth at S and a late RB in case we have injuries.

[iowast8rs]

rather have a NT with my first round pick.

[mrmason67]

The best mock draft I've found.

[supercowboy8]

replace round two with Thomas or Aboushi and that would be one great draft.
still would rather trade back and get Cooper and add a second round pick and get a safety there.
Then in the 4th we can get a RB.
Also we do not have a 7th round draft pick.

[robert70x7]

Bleacher Report finally does something worthwhile.

[xwalker]

Warmack is good, but will probably be over-drafted. Jonathan Cooper might be a better fit in Callahans' Zone Blocking Scheme and will be available a little later.

Fluker needs to move to OG in the NFL.

Hunt is a freak, but he is a high risk pick. He has not dominated at SMU like you would expect.

Rambo has character issues. Maybe not a Garrett RKG.

Brandon Williams would be terrific pick in the 5th. I posted a link to a video about his work ethic in the DraftZone.

I would be OK with Ryan Nassib in the 6th.

The Cowboys don't have a 7th round pick. Riddick would be a good later round pick. The Cowboys really need to draft a RB higher. I like Kenjon Barner or Stepfan Taylor in the 3rd/4th.

[burmafrd]

We get a guard and he needs to be someone that can do it all very well. Warmack is a road grader but I have questions about his ability to handle quick pass rushers.

[Manwiththeplan]

We get a guard and he needs to be someone that can do it all very well. Warmack is a road grader but I have questions about his ability to handle quick pass rushers.

yea, i would't hate it if he were the pick, but I wouldn't get excited either

[IAmLegend]

No way Fluker is around when we pick in the 2nd unless we trade back in the 1st and pick up another 2nd rounder. Plus, he needs to move to the Guard positon in the NFL cause he's too slow in pass protection. NFL DE/OLB's will eat him up. If Rambo is available in the 4th then we'd be dumb not to pick him. He has a high ceiling. His character issues are minor tbh. But, I think he'll be gone in the 3rd. Other than that, solid draft.

[Titleist]

Would love for this to happen, but it's unrealistic. No way we draft a G in the first round...JJ doesnt think that G is an impact position. We will most likely go NT in the 1st round; possibly Johnathan Jenkins/Hankins

[supercowboy8]

Would love for this to happen, but it's unrealistic. No way we draft a G in the first round...JJ doesnt think that G is an impact position. We will most likely go NT in the 1st round; possibly Johnathan Jenkins/Hankins

NT isn't a impact position. Tell me 3 NTs that were drafted in the 1st that are impace different makers.

[supercowboy8]

I don't understand why people think jerry won't pick a OG in the 1st. He wanted Iupati just a gew years ago.

[jobberone]

They are more likely to take an OT in the first rather than a G but an interior lineman in the latter first round. There are multiple plays in the first.

[Rack Bauer]

Round 7: Theo Riddick, RB, Notre Dame
Harry How/Getty Images
Height: 5’11”
Weight: 200
It’s not a secret that Felix Jones isn’t coming back. Phillip Tanner and Lance Dunbar offer good depth, but a player like Riddick offers a game breaker.
In a pass-happy league a third down back like Riddick offers a player who is competent enough to get a decent average-per-carry but is lethal in the passing game.
Riddick is an unrefined back that has problems with pass protection. However, if nothing else, he offers a player who can change things up a little bit.
You look at players like Alfred Morris and you think, “Man, maybe this can work out.” In the seventh round, you’re not really looking for anything but a decent gamble.
I like the odds.


This would be awesome but I doubt he falls that far.

And of course, Warmack in the first is my #1 hope in the draft.

[LatinMind]

Good draft except Dallas doesnt have a 7th. Rambo will be gone. And Margus hunt Same type of player Crawford is. Waste of a pick.

[Texan_Eph89]

I'd be cool with all these picks. Solid draft overall.

[dogberry]

Is there a list of the best pass blocking centers, guards, and tackles in the draft? I want them to protect Tony first.

[Manwiththeplan]

NT isn't a impact position. Tell me 3 NTs that were drafted in the 1st that are impace different makers.

Vince Wilfork, Casey Hampton and Kris Jenkins.

And if you want to be technical, Haloti Ngata plays the role of a NT.

[supercowboy8]

Vince Wilfork, Casey Hampton and Kris Jenkins.

And if you want to be technical, Haloti Ngata plays the role of a NT.

Kris Jenkins was a NT for what 2 years at the end of his career and was picked in the 2nd
Ngata is a DE, say what you want but he plays DE.

Majority of the NTs can be found in the middle rounds.
So really you have Hampton and wilfork and thata it over 10 years of drafts.
NT is not a game changing position that you have to take first round.
I want a difference make/game changer with my 1st round pick and I don't see any NT in this draft that will be available for Dallas.

[xwalker]

NT isn't a impact position. Tell me 3 NTs that were drafted in the 1st that are impace different makers.

I tend to agree with this statement. In the modern pass-happy NFL, the impact DLinemen are pass-rushers.

If I had the choice between the greatest NT that ever lived or J.J.Watt, I would go with Watt.

[Rack Bauer]

Kris Jenkins was a NT for what 2 years at the end of his career and was picked in the 2nd
Ngata is a DE, say what you want but he plays DE.

Majority of the NTs can be found in the middle rounds.
So really you have Hampton and wilfork and thata it over 10 years of drafts.
NT is not a game changing position that you have to take first round.
I want a difference make/game changer with my 1st round pick and I don't see any NT in this draft that will be available for Dallas.

I agree we don't need to draft a NT in the first round, but Ngata is not a DE. He's listed as a DT on their team's website. They put him outside in some packages, but he's mainly in the middle the majority of the time.

[jobberone]

NT isn't a impact position. Tell me 3 NTs that were drafted in the 1st that are impace different makers.

Off the top of my head you have Wilfolk, Ngata, and Suh who could easily play NT. Then there's Raji who was drafted in the second though.

DTs are a risk as they have to be taken high and they don't always pan out. The bust rate is pretty high.





































































































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[supercowboy8]

I agree we don't need to draft a NT in the first round, but Ngata is not a DE. He's listed as a DT on their team's website. They put him outside in some packages, but he's mainly in the middle the majority of the time.

Thats more this year than the past. After he was drafted he was a DE.
Most NTs drafted in the 1st turn out as just good players and not a big difference maker.
Raji was great only one year. I don't understand drafting DTs in the top half of the 1st.
Suh, Mccoy, and Darius are all great playera but pass rushers and shut down corners make a bigger difference IMO.

[supercowboy8]

Off the top of my head you have Wilfolk, Ngata, and Suh who could easily play NT. Then there's Raji who was drafted in the second though.

DTs are a risk as they have to be taken high and they don't always pan out. The bust rate is pretty high.

I don't know if Suh could, I think he could be a DE in a 34 but I'm mot so sure a NT. But what you said is the point I'm making.

I don't think there is a clear cut great Wilfork like NT in this draft

[silverbear]

The best mock draft I've found.

I dunno, I dock it some points for the 7th round pick, when the Boys don't have one of them...

[tyke1doe]

NT isn't a impact position. Tell me 3 NTs that were drafted in the 1st that are impace different makers.

Casey Hampton, Vince Wilfork, Haloti Ngata.

[Manwiththeplan]

Ngata is a DE, say what you want but he plays DE.

For the argument you are making, him playing DE is irrelevant unless you are only interested in arguing schematics.

What he does play in and play out, is what NT's typically do. If anything, 3-4 DEs are usually taken later than NTs, so if your point is NTs aren't game changers, then he's very relevant.

Majority of the NTs can be found in the middle rounds.
So really you have Hampton and wilfork and thata it over 10 years of drafts.
NT is not a game changing position that you have to take first round.
I want a difference make/game changer with my 1st round pick and I don't see any NT in this draft that will be available for Dallas.

And the same argument could be made for guards, yet you seem to be okay with that position in round 1.

For me, I'm not taking either position off the table in round 1.

[supercowboy8]

For the argument you are making, him playing DE is irrelevant unless you are only interested in arguing schematics.

What he does play in and play out, is what NT's typically do. If anything, 3-4 DEs are usually taken later than NTs, so if your point is NTs aren't game changers, then he's very relevant.



And the same argument could be made for guards, yet you seem to be okay with that position in round 1.

For me, I'm not taking either position off the table in round 1.

Sorry but your wrong with everything just said.
Also im not for drafting a OG early in round one, I want a game changer. If one isnt there then trade back. I would take a NT in a trade back but not where we are picking. Also a top OG can make a bigger difference for this team than a NT where we are picking or in a trade back.

All I'm saying is, if you cant get a for sure great NT then you can get a top OG.
Look at the history of the draft. NTs have a much bigger bust rating over OGs do.

[xwalker]

And the same argument could be made for guards, yet you seem to be okay with that position in round 1.


I would feel better about an OG in the 1st over a pure NT. Offensive linemen normally play 100% of the offensive snaps; whereas, NTs often come off the field in the nickel defense and are often in a rotation in the regular 3-4 defense.

A special talent like Star Lotulelei could probably play the nickel; however, he has shown limited stamina in college and would need to be in a rotation to be most effective.

[Manwiththeplan]

Sorry but your wrong with everything just said.

What exactly was wrong? That Baltimore uses Ngata like a NT? That 3-4 DEs are usually taken later than NTs? Or the same argument against NTs could be made against guards, because all 3 of those are true

Also im not for drafting a OG early in round one, I want a game changer.

Considering that we would pick 20th if the dratf order was set today, I don't think we'll be picking anyone early in round 1 unless we trade up.

If one isnt there then trade back. I would take a NT in a trade back but not where we are picking.

Getting cute and trading back would be a mistake. Whether we want a NT, G or some other position, as long as the value matches, take them.

Also a top OG can make a bigger difference for this team than a NT where we are picking or in a trade back.

Based on what? A top NT would completely change the way RRyan calls this defense almost ithout any other additions. It would free up Lee & Carter a lot more as well as force more 3rd and Longs where we could actually rush more than 3 guys. A top guard doesn't change as much considering we still need a new center and right tackle.

All I'm saying is, if you cant get a for sure great NT then you can get a top OG.

I'm for taking the best available guy at a number of positions, NT, G, T, DE, S, doesn't matter (although safety is a long shot). If they are #1 take them. However this draft has many quality NTs and Gs, so based on numbers I think it will be one or the other.

Look at the history of the draft. NTs have a much bigger bust rating over OGs do.

Yea, G is a safe pick, like I bet FB is too. Kickers and Punters that go in round 1 have a very low bust rate too.

[supercowboy8]

Manwithplan, no way I can answer all that on a forum.
All Im saying is I don't see a wilfork in this draft and dont see a NT worth taking in the first
If there was a top wilfork type then I would be all for it but in this draft NT isn't even top 5 positions for 1st round for me. But to each his own.

[AmishCowboy]

The best mock draft I've found.I would love this draft

[burmafrd]

I don't understand why people think jerry won't pick a OG in the 1st. He wanted Iupati just a gew years ago.

judging from his actual draft record since 1989 I think that was after the draft drivel from jerruh.

[Sam I Am]

rather have a NT with my first round pick.

How about Star Lotulelei? Too bad he will be long gone before we draft.

[RealCowboyfan]

NT isn't a impact position. Tell me 3 NTs that were drafted in the 1st that are impace different makers.

Haloti Ngata
Casey Hampton
Vince Wilfork

[RealCowboyfan]

Off the top of my head you have Wilfolk, Ngata, and Suh who could easily play NT. Then there's Raji who was drafted in the second though.

DTs are a risk as they have to be taken high and they don't always pan out. The bust rate is pretty high.



Suh is a DT not a NT

[ghst187]

Aren't we likely to get two 4th round comp picks for letting Jenkins and Jones walk in FA this offseason?

[xwalker]

Aren't we likely to get two 4th round comp picks for letting Jenkins and Jones walk in FA this offseason?

Only if the Cowboys don't sign any significant Free Agents. Signing FAs offsets loosing FAs in terms of comp picks.

[chuch]

Aren't we likely to get two 4th round comp picks for letting Jenkins and Jones walk in FA this offseason?

Those picks will not be assessed until the 2014 draft. For example, the team lost Steven Bowen in the 2011 off season and wasn't given that compensatory fourth until the 2012 draft. And, as xwalker mentioned, a compensatory pick will only be given if the sum of our own free agent acquisitions during the 2013 off season is less than what the team has lost.