Draft Day 2024 First round pick chat

[Shannon1]

We had a day one starting center looking at us in the face. We drop down in the FIRST round and pick a development guy that we hope pans out.

Exactly

 

[Cebrin]

Hear me out. Worst case scenario he's an awesome LG. Best case scenario he's a great LT. No L taken. Talent is there. Good pick. Moving on.

 

[gimmesix]

Yeah its the one position group I can't question them on early.

We turned Tyler from a penalty machine to an All-Pro, so I'm not counting Guyton out. The pick seems kind of similar, an unfinished product with all the measurables.

 

[CATCH17]

We had a day one starting center looking at us in the face. We drop down in the FIRST round and pick a development guy that we hope pans out.

There is more center available and Tackles are more of a premium position.

We also got an extra 3rd.


Solid deal.

Guyton or Barton aren’t changing the team but solidifying weak positions can improve the team.

We need QUANTITY.

 

[KingintheNorth]

Cowboys have great draft history with offensive linemen.

I think this is overhyped.

Offensive Linemen have the highest hit rate league-wide.

 

[maryquality]

What's with all our o-line picks named Tyler?

 

[conner01]

He is

Probably smith initially but Steele wasn’t great last year so if he doesn’t bounce back he might get pushed

 

[bsbellomy]

Diggs second and Bland was a diamond in the rough. We missed hard in the 2nd and 3rd that same year.

Bland was garbage in the last 5-6 games last year

 

[Jarntt]

What do people not like about Guyton?

He probably isn't ready and a little too boom or bust for the 1st round. I think everyone acknowledges he has a chance to be good though

 

[Tabascocat]

Dallas definitely didn’t get a week one starter tonight, Barton was right in front of you!!!

 

[SiCk_DiAbLo]

He's crying.

What a baby.

That's Passion...

 

[glimmerman]

Now we will use our picks to trade up to get Powers.

 

[MarionBarberThe4th]

What position he gonna play

 

[CATCH17]

How pathetic that our QB needs 3 1st rnd lineman....grrrrrr they blew this pick

How?

 

[DFWJC]

Tomorrow could be fun

 

[starfan1]

Another plus to this pick is a rookie may be protecting Prescott's blindside.

Let nature take its course.

Was wondering who would say that first congrats

 

[jterrell]

6. TYLER GUYTON | Oklahoma 6076 | 322 lbs. | 4JR Manor, Texas (Manor) 6/11/2002 (age 21.87) #60 BACKGROUND: Tyler Guyton grew up just outside of Austin and viewed himself a basketball athlete throughout childhood. His father (Alvin) played basketball at Midwestern State in the mid-90s. Guyton played a few seasons of youth football, primarily as a quarterback and running back. He attended Manor High School and played basketball for the Mustangs before joining the football team late. As a senior, Guyton started on the defensive line and earned second team All-District honors, as he helped lead Manor to an eight-win season and a spot in the 2019 state playoff quarterfinals. A three-star recruit, Guyton was the No. 70 offensive tackle in the 2020 recruiting class and the No. 110 recruit in Texas. During his senior year, his focus shifted to football as his best chance to play in college. Because of his lack of tape, though, interest and scholarship offers were slow to develop (his “hometown” school, Texas, never offered). TCU eventually offered him, shortly before signing day, and he committed almost on the spot in December 2019. He signed as an “athlete,” unsure which position he would play for the Horned Frogs. He was the No. 17 recruit in former head coach Gary Patterson’s 2020 class, which also included WR Quentin Johnston and RB Kendre Miller. The coaches moved Guyton to the offensive line, but he wanted to get on the field and jumped in line with the tight end s during practice. He made his first college start as an H-back against Oklahoma in 2021. After the 2021 season, Guyton entered the transfer portal and signed with Oklahoma for his final two seasons. He accepted his invitation to the 2024 Senior Bowl. YEAR (GP/GS)

POSITION NOTES 2020: (1/0) TCU; Enrolled in June 2020; Pandemic-shortened season 2021: (8/1) TE TCU; First career start came at TE/H-back; 6-yard receiving TD 2022: (10/5) 4 RT, 1 LT Oklahoma; Missed three games (injury) 2023: (10/9) RT Oklahoma; Honorable Mention All-Big 12; Missed two games (injury); Missed bowl game (opt-out) Total: (29/15) 13 RT, 1 LT, 1 TE HT WT HAND ARM WING 40-YD 20-YD 10-YD VJ BJ SS 3C BP
COMBINE 6076 322 10 1/4 34 1/8 82 1/4 5.19 2.97 1.76 34 1/2 8’11” 4.71 7.50 - (no bench press — choice)
PRO DAY 6077 330 10 1/4 34 3/8 82 3/8 - - - - - - - - (stood on combine; no bench — choice)
STRENGTHS: Very athletic build, long arms and minimal bad weight … stays light and balanced in pass protection,with the feet of a running back for easy lateral range and mirroring … tends to pop out of his stance and comfortably sinks his weight mid-slide … very alert and keeps his eyes connected to his feet … punches with patience and stabs are both direct and quick … does a nice job staying centered to blocks to avoid getting throw by shifty moves … fluid hips and body bend help strengthen his anchor for natural recoveries … plays with phenomenal foot speed and range in the open field to cover up second- and third-level defenders as a lead puller … raw strength in his hands shows when he latches in the run game … has come a long way in a short time and has considerable upside with continued reps on the offensive line.

WEAKNESSES: Just 15 career starts and lack of experience is evident … can be caught leaning, inviting defenders to pull him forward … inc onsistent leverage and technique in the run game … reaches defenders with ease but needs to use better hip roll to create displacement on down blocks … batting average can be better breaking down and picking off defenders in space (late to judge pursuit angles at times) … fairly aggressive as a blocker but would like to see him show a more nasty demeanor as a finisher … missed three games each of the last two seasons because of injuri es … vast majority of his offensive snaps came at right tackle (92.3 percent) and struggled with oversetting while playing left tackle during Senior Bowl practices. SUMMARY: A two-year starter at Oklahoma, Guyton was the starting right tackle in former offensive coordinator Jeff Lebby’s inside -zone, gap-focused scheme. A basketball-focused athlete much of his life, he moved to the offensive line while at TCU and later developed into a starter for the Sooners, protecting Dillon Gabriel’s blindside at right tackle. A nimble big man, Guyton stays square to pass rushers with balanced lateral steps to easily redire ct, and he does a great job working into open space with remarkable range (NFL scout: “The OU coaches just marvel at him. They call him different than everyone else they’ve had.”). He stays controlled with his punch to be a sticky blocker, although his accuracy and fit entry are underdeveloped, and his overall timing is not yet a strength to his game. Overall, Guyton is a work in progress in several areas and a steep learning curve should be expected for his rookie season, but he has the athletic tools and fundamental skills to develop into a high-level offensive tackle. He has the talent to play left or right tackle, although his comfort level is clearly on the right side . As long as he stays motivated and healthy, he will continue on an upward trajectory. GRADE: 1st-2nd Round (No. 27 overall

 

[CowboysDrew]

Well, if we haven't figured it out Cowboys are picking for the future not for today.

 

[J817]

Tyler Guyton:
PROS

• Great athlete
• Huge frame with long arms- great for a T
• Quick feet for pass protection
• Lots of upside

CONS

• Only started 14 games in college as a T
• Will probably need some time to develop.
• Not a plug and play guy

Those cons is what u want in 2nd or 3rd round pick (depending on the potential). Maybe 4th

 

[Yoshimitsu]

We had a day one starting center looking at us in the face. We drop down in the FIRST round and pick a development guy that we hope pans out.

Exactly. I don't understand the direction the team is going.