Looking at some 2nd rd options for the Cowboys

[Cowboyny]

Unless something unexpected happens, I believe the team is going to target taking a corner at pick # 10. Either Farley or Surtain would be day 1 plug and play starters in which Brown shifts back to nickel.

Assuming we address corner in rd 1, who are some of the prospects we could be interested in rd 2, in no particular order:

Grant FS (think Moehrig goes in rd 1, Grant is the next best thing at the position, big drop-off after him)
Bolton/Collins LB (both have a good chance to be selected in rd 1, but 1 could slip)
Phillips DE (could be the best pass rusher available)
Onwuzurike/Nixon 3T (I actually think 1 of them could fall into rd 3)
Basham DE (inside/outside player who would be an upgrade over a younger Tyrone Crawford)
Cox/Browning LB (can 1 of them make to to 75?)
McNeil/Wilson NT (I just can't envision the Cowboys using their 2nd rd pick in this area)
Molden/Robinson SCB (they could really finish their rebuild at the corner spot if they double up)
Leatherwood, Jenkins, Cosmi OT (very possible the Tackle run stretches)

 

[darthseinfeld]

Unless something unexpected happens, I believe the team is going to target taking a corner at pick # 10. Either Farley or Surtain would be day 1 plug and play starters in which Brown shifts back to nickel.

Assuming we address corner in rd 1, who are some of the prospects we could be interested in rd 2, in no particular order:

Grant FS (think Moehrig goes in rd 1, Grant is the next best thing at the position, big drop-off after him)
Bolton/Collins LB (both have a good chance to be selected in rd 1, but 1 could slip)
Phillips DE (could be the best pass rusher available)
Onwuzurike/Nixon 3T (I actually think 1 of them could fall into rd 3)
Basham DE (inside/outside player who would be an upgrade over a younger Tyrone Crawford)
Cox/Browning LB (can 1 of them make to to 75?)
McNeil/Wilson NT (I just can't envision the Cowboys using their 2nd rd pick in this area)
Molden/Robinson SCB (they could really finish their rebuild at the corner spot if they double up)
Leatherwood, Jenkins, Cosmi OT (very possible the Tackle run stretches)

I think Tufele could be on there radar. Probably not a wow guy, but can come right in and play 1, 3, and 4 gaps

 

[Carson]

I think it’ll end up being a guy like Basham.

My gut feeling is the need guys (Grant, Cox etc.) go right before we do.

 

[JBS]

I really want to go b2b in the secondary

Cb-S

Farley - Moehrig

 

[morasp]

Radunz/Eichenberg

 

[Cowboyny]

I think Tufele could be on there radar. Probably not a wow guy, but can come right in and play 1, 3, and 4 gaps

His slotting is all over the place, some have him in rd 2, where others see him as an early day 3 player. Some actually see his teammate rated higher.

 

[Cowboyny]

I think it’ll end up being a guy like Basham.

My gut feeling is the need guys (Grant, Cox etc.) go right before we do.

I hoping for Grant and even would trade up to secure him, but if he is off the board, Basham would be an excellent pick. Good against the run and can kick inside as an interior rusher in the nickel.

 

[Cowboyny]

Radunz/Eichenberg

I think both are more 3rd rd players, but could be bump up due to the demand at the position. I wouldn't touch either at 44, way too rich for me.

 

[morasp]

I think both are more 3rd rd players, but could be bump up due to the demand at the position. I wouldn't touch either at 44, way too rich for me.

I'd be happy with either of them, I wouldn't be surprised if both of them are gone in the third. But this is the draft and there are no absolutes.

 

[Cowboyny]

I really want to go b2b in the secondary

Cb-S

Farley - Moehrig

I think the best way to make that happen, is trading up, either top of rd 2 or even get back into rd 1. 3rd rd comp gets us to the top of rd 2, our 3rd rounder could get us into the late 1st rd range.

 

[Cowboyny]

I'd be happy with either of them, I wouldn't be surprised if both of them are gone in the third.

As I said, due to the demand, they could go much earlier, but in my opinion, that is too rich for me.

 

[morasp]

As I said, due to the demand, they could go much earlier, but in my opinion, that is too rich for me.

I could be wrong but I think the draft analysts player rankings will change quite a bit the next month or so, especially after the top 25 or so. Eichenberg had Slater type numbers in terms of sacks and pressures and Notre Dame plays good teams.

 

[Cowboyny]

I could be wrong but I think the draft analysts player rankings will change quite a bit the next month or so, especially after the top 25 or so. Eichenberg had Slater type numbers in terms of sacks and pressures and Notre Dame plays good teams.

Eichenberg is a better fit in a power scheme then zone which we run. Excellent run blocker, but struggles in pass protection due to having slow feet. He reminds me of Marc Columbo. Slater is far and away the better prospect and he did have success against top competition.

 

[cnuball21]

Money round for CBs / OTs this year IMO.

 

[Croomraider]

Moehrig is my favorite but probably round 1 as stated.

My round 2 Safety Targets:

Andre Cisco Syracuse
Richie Grant UCF

Both are considered ball hawks.

 

[morasp]

Eichenberg is a better fit in a power scheme then zone which we run. Excellent run blocker, but struggles in pass protection due to having slow feet. He reminds me of Marc Columbo. Slater is far and away the better prospect and he did have success against top competition.

Slater is a better prospect and they probably won't but I would consider him at 10 but he won't be there at at 44. Eichenberg is very good in pass protection:

Notre Dame has one of the nation's best offensive lines, and Eichenberg served as its anchor. The Cleveland, Ohio native did not allow a single sack all season, and according to Pro Football Focus he allowed just one hit on the quarterback all season.

Notre Dame OT Liam Eichenberg Named ACC's Top Blocker - Sports Illustrated Notre Dame Fighting Irish News, Analysis and More

 

[conner01]

I hoping for Grant and even would trade up to secure him, but if he is off the board, Basham would be an excellent pick. Good against the run and can kick inside as an interior rusher in the nickel.

There is something about grant that intrigues me
I wouldn’t mind one bit throwing a late round pick at moving up a few spots to get him

 

[Risen Star]

I want to go cornerback in the first two rounds then a safety who could play corner in round 3.

 

[RS12]

I want to go cornerback in the first two rounds then a safety who could play corner in round 3.

I know what you maybe we could get 5 corners and 4 safties and still give up 5 yards at a crack against the run.

 

[Cowboyny]

Slater is a better prospect and they probably won't but I would consider him at 10 but he won't be there at at 44. Eichenberg is very good in pass protection:

Notre Dame has one of the nation's best offensive lines, and Eichenberg served as its anchor. The Cleveland, Ohio native did not allow a single sack all season, and according to Pro Football Focus he allowed just one hit on the quarterback all season.

Notre Dame OT Liam Eichenberg Named ACC's Top Blocker - Sports Illustrated Notre Dame Fighting Irish News, Analysis and More

Einchenberg is a good tackle in a deep class, but he isn't the best fit in a west coast offense with zone concepts.