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1(32) - Justin Evans S 6-0/200 Texas A&M
Comes in and starts at strong safety. Along with Byron Jones, he solidifies the Cowboys safety play for the next several years.
Quotes - "This kid jumps off the tape. He's a better player than (2016 first-round pick) Karl Joseph. He's a ferocious hitter and he can cover a lot of ground. He will be a top-20 pick this spring," the executive told Daniel Jeremiah.
2(64) - Daeshon Hall DE 6-5/270 Texas A&M
Cowboys run right back to the Aggie well; Hall will compete for the anchor spot allowing Demarcus Lawrence to permanently move to right end.
Quotes – “Hall has many attributes that NFL scouts drool over. He has the prototypical NFL pass rusher size and provides great length. He displays a combination of height and arm length that give him an advantage in a one-on-one situation.” – Riley Rogers, The Draftser
3(96) - Chidobe Awuzie CB 5-11/190 Colorado
Awuzie is a Marinelli-type corner with great tackling and blitzing skills to go with great coverage ability. Should compete with last year’s draft pick Anthony Brown for the 3rd corner job.
Quotes – “Awuzie can read and break on the ball extremely well, and it will be important to see him when matched up against some of the top passing offenses littering the Pac-12.” – Steve Palazzolo, Pro Football Focus
4(128) - Jalen Reeves-Maybin LB 6-0/230 Tennessee
What is a Cowboys draft without an injury gamble? Reeves-Maybin fits the new safety-linebacker hybrid position, similar to Arizona’s Deone Bucannon and LA Rams Mark Barron.
Quotes – “Reeves-Maybin's athleticism and instincts allow the Volunteers to slide him outside to nickel cornerback on occasion. His prior experience at safety shows with his comfort with his back to the ball. He's also a savvy blitzer, showing good timing, burst and active hands to defeat blocks.” – Rob Rang, CBS Sports
5(160) traded to Buffalo
6(192) - Devon Allen WR 5-11/185 Oregon
Speed kills and Allen has plenty of it. He finished 5th in the 110-meter hurdles in the recent Olympics. He tore an ACL in 2016, and has a career in track to consider, but definitely well worth the risk in the late 6th round.
Quotes - "I think he has some toughness to go along with that speed and agility, to be at least a valuable kick returner or a third receiving option. I don't believe he's only a track guy who can't handle physicality, and he should only get stronger in an NFL club's strength and conditioning program." – Chad Reuter, NFL.com
7a(203) from Buffalo - Deatrich Wise Jr. DE 6-5/271 Arkansas
Another value pick, Wise is too good to pass up here. Lack of explosiveness causes him to fall in the draft but he could be in the mix for a back-up spot as one of Marinelli’s Rushmen.
Quotes – “Wise is successful because of his length and long arms. He’s able to keep blockers off his frame and quickly disengage. That arm length also helps him get his hands on the quarterback or football. His non-stop motor is another thing that helps his production. Wise doesn’t quit on the play and will routinely be seen chasing the ball several yards down the field.” – Jon Dove, Fansided
7b(224) - Andreas Knappe T 6-8/319 Connecticut
Knappe is the definition of a project player. Nick-named Thor, he didn’t start playing football until he was 18. He has time to develop behind the talented Cowboys offensive line.
Quotes - "Smart, conscientious, intelligent, obviously a large-bodied guy to do a job. Those were my initial impressions. Listen, he was mature when I met him. He inspects and takes accountability. He hasn't had to re-invent himself too much. He's the right kind of guy.” – Bob Diaco, UConn Head Coach
Draft order from: 2017 First-round Selection Order - Great Blue North Draft Report
Draft Board: NFL Draft - 2017 NFL Draft Prospects - CBSSports.com - NFLDraftScout.com
Comes in and starts at strong safety. Along with Byron Jones, he solidifies the Cowboys safety play for the next several years.
Quotes - "This kid jumps off the tape. He's a better player than (2016 first-round pick) Karl Joseph. He's a ferocious hitter and he can cover a lot of ground. He will be a top-20 pick this spring," the executive told Daniel Jeremiah.
2(64) - Daeshon Hall DE 6-5/270 Texas A&M
Cowboys run right back to the Aggie well; Hall will compete for the anchor spot allowing Demarcus Lawrence to permanently move to right end.
Quotes – “Hall has many attributes that NFL scouts drool over. He has the prototypical NFL pass rusher size and provides great length. He displays a combination of height and arm length that give him an advantage in a one-on-one situation.” – Riley Rogers, The Draftser
3(96) - Chidobe Awuzie CB 5-11/190 Colorado
Awuzie is a Marinelli-type corner with great tackling and blitzing skills to go with great coverage ability. Should compete with last year’s draft pick Anthony Brown for the 3rd corner job.
Quotes – “Awuzie can read and break on the ball extremely well, and it will be important to see him when matched up against some of the top passing offenses littering the Pac-12.” – Steve Palazzolo, Pro Football Focus
4(128) - Jalen Reeves-Maybin LB 6-0/230 Tennessee
What is a Cowboys draft without an injury gamble? Reeves-Maybin fits the new safety-linebacker hybrid position, similar to Arizona’s Deone Bucannon and LA Rams Mark Barron.
Quotes – “Reeves-Maybin's athleticism and instincts allow the Volunteers to slide him outside to nickel cornerback on occasion. His prior experience at safety shows with his comfort with his back to the ball. He's also a savvy blitzer, showing good timing, burst and active hands to defeat blocks.” – Rob Rang, CBS Sports
5(160) traded to Buffalo
6(192) - Devon Allen WR 5-11/185 Oregon
Speed kills and Allen has plenty of it. He finished 5th in the 110-meter hurdles in the recent Olympics. He tore an ACL in 2016, and has a career in track to consider, but definitely well worth the risk in the late 6th round.
Quotes - "I think he has some toughness to go along with that speed and agility, to be at least a valuable kick returner or a third receiving option. I don't believe he's only a track guy who can't handle physicality, and he should only get stronger in an NFL club's strength and conditioning program." – Chad Reuter, NFL.com
7a(203) from Buffalo - Deatrich Wise Jr. DE 6-5/271 Arkansas
Another value pick, Wise is too good to pass up here. Lack of explosiveness causes him to fall in the draft but he could be in the mix for a back-up spot as one of Marinelli’s Rushmen.
Quotes – “Wise is successful because of his length and long arms. He’s able to keep blockers off his frame and quickly disengage. That arm length also helps him get his hands on the quarterback or football. His non-stop motor is another thing that helps his production. Wise doesn’t quit on the play and will routinely be seen chasing the ball several yards down the field.” – Jon Dove, Fansided
7b(224) - Andreas Knappe T 6-8/319 Connecticut
Knappe is the definition of a project player. Nick-named Thor, he didn’t start playing football until he was 18. He has time to develop behind the talented Cowboys offensive line.
Quotes - "Smart, conscientious, intelligent, obviously a large-bodied guy to do a job. Those were my initial impressions. Listen, he was mature when I met him. He inspects and takes accountability. He hasn't had to re-invent himself too much. He's the right kind of guy.” – Bob Diaco, UConn Head Coach
Draft order from: 2017 First-round Selection Order - Great Blue North Draft Report
Draft Board: NFL Draft - 2017 NFL Draft Prospects - CBSSports.com - NFLDraftScout.com
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