Petitti - If the mauler keeps his weight in check, the Cowboys may have something big here (no pun intended). Massive tackle who could grow into a really tough lineman here. If this kid can get through camp injury free and get the reps he needs, not only will he make this club, he could push for playing time this season. God help us all if this kid gets his confidence going into the season. I really feel the ability is there.
Peterman - I would really like to see this young man going well. After a tough rookie campaign on IR, nothing would make me happier than to see this kid compete for a spot behind Allen or Rivera. His progression would also give us some choices in terms of flexibility on the offensive line. Certainly, he's not ready to challenge either of the incumbents at guard. But if someone were to go down to injury, heaven forbid, my hope is this kid is ready to step in. Again, he must stay healthy through camp.
Beriault - While I don't see Berry-O challenging for the starting free safety spot out of the chutes, this kid just might be an absolute gem. I just hope he kills everything in sight on special teams. After that, simply learn, absorb, and develop.
K. Davis - Here's the easiest one for me. It will be interesting to me seeing where his ball skills are. Reading keys and reacting in a timely fashion will be so important for him as a candidate for the starting FS position. He has the range. Dallas needs ball hawks back there. We already have a hammer.
Ratliff - The final pick of our draft holds a significant amount of intrigue for me. I'm probably rooting for this guy more than any other. Not a lot of glamour out there for a 3-4 defensive end, but a lot of grunt work. I would really like to see this youngster make the club and be part of the DL rotation.
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