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First and maybe last mock draft this season. There are probably an infinite number of draft pick combinations that would improve the Cowboys roster. My premise for this one is there isn't a position on offense or defense that couldn't use an upgrade so for the first two days I picked the BPA using NFL.com draft grades. For day three I tried to pick players that could make the team, be contributors, and potential eventual starters. The simulator was NFL mock draft simulator.
Round 1 Bijan Robinson RB Texas draft grade 6.84 He will most likely be gone by 26 but in this draft he was there and had the highest grade of 6.84 so he was the pick. Run him into the ground for four or five years and go get another one. I think he would be a safe pick but get why people might be against it. Brian Baldinger was on GBAG radio show and he said people in Phildalphia are excited about possibly getting him at pick 10.
Round 2 Drew Sanders LB Arkansas draft grade 6.7 A pressure player with sideline to sideline range and lights out production in his first year at LB which should only get better.
Round 3 Matthew Bergeron OL Syracuse draft grade 6.39 An OT that could be better at OG. Needs work on hand placement and footwork in pass protection but already has excellent drive blocking and sustain at both levels in the running game.
Round 4 Nick Herbig LB/Edge Wisconsin draft grade 6.20 As you would expect with a day three pick he needs work on strength and technique but his production is outstanding with 20 sacks and 30 TFLs in his last two seasons. In fact 26% of his tackles were for a loss.
Round 5 Charlie Jones WR Purdue draft grade 6.17 Joel Klatt covers college football and gets to see the prospects close up. He likes Jones as a sleeper WR at around 10 minutes in the video below:
Overview
Exceptionally productive in his season at Purdue after transferring from Iowa, Jones will have trouble shedding tight, press-man coverage due to his lack of suddenness and blow-by speed. He possesses above average ball skills and has a feel for positioning and focus that creates a solid win rate on his contested catches. He can play zone-beater all day long and has the route savvy to keep improving his short-area separation. Jones is unlikely to work the deepest portions of the field but might find work in a possession-based passing game as a Day 3 draft pick.
Strengths
Overview
Scheme-versatile outside cornerback with the talent and skill to become a successful starter in the league. Wright possesses the physical traits to contest throws in the NFL, but it’s his footwork and anticipation that keep him near receivers to make plays on the football. He’s very agile to mirror and phase routes from man coverage but will need to play with a bit more awareness from zone. Wright’s ceiling could be determined by his ability to open and run with deep targets, and his willingness to step up a little more in run support.
Strengths
Round 7 Cameron Young NT Mississippi St. Draft Grade 6.20 A two down NT that may not fall to round 7 but may be available on day three. He checks the Arm length requirement at 34.5".
Overview
Naturally powerful prospect who is able to take on capable challengers and come out in good shape despite playing with an elevated pad level. Young plays with early hands and a heavy punch to gain positioning quickly against single blocks. He has the core power and contact balance to force double teams to work. Also, he does a nice job of fighting against wash-down blocks and maintaining gap integrity against zone. He has the size, length and strength to become a proficient run defender but offers very little as a pass rusher. While Young will be seen as a natural nose tackle, he could see snaps as a 5-technique as well.
Strengths
Round 1 Bijan Robinson RB Texas draft grade 6.84 He will most likely be gone by 26 but in this draft he was there and had the highest grade of 6.84 so he was the pick. Run him into the ground for four or five years and go get another one. I think he would be a safe pick but get why people might be against it. Brian Baldinger was on GBAG radio show and he said people in Phildalphia are excited about possibly getting him at pick 10.
Round 2 Drew Sanders LB Arkansas draft grade 6.7 A pressure player with sideline to sideline range and lights out production in his first year at LB which should only get better.
Round 3 Matthew Bergeron OL Syracuse draft grade 6.39 An OT that could be better at OG. Needs work on hand placement and footwork in pass protection but already has excellent drive blocking and sustain at both levels in the running game.
Round 4 Nick Herbig LB/Edge Wisconsin draft grade 6.20 As you would expect with a day three pick he needs work on strength and technique but his production is outstanding with 20 sacks and 30 TFLs in his last two seasons. In fact 26% of his tackles were for a loss.
Round 5 Charlie Jones WR Purdue draft grade 6.17 Joel Klatt covers college football and gets to see the prospects close up. He likes Jones as a sleeper WR at around 10 minutes in the video below:
Overview
Exceptionally productive in his season at Purdue after transferring from Iowa, Jones will have trouble shedding tight, press-man coverage due to his lack of suddenness and blow-by speed. He possesses above average ball skills and has a feel for positioning and focus that creates a solid win rate on his contested catches. He can play zone-beater all day long and has the route savvy to keep improving his short-area separation. Jones is unlikely to work the deepest portions of the field but might find work in a possession-based passing game as a Day 3 draft pick.
Strengths
- Runs routes with hip sink and crisp cuts.
- Generates good burst out of breaks.
- Clever hand usage for late separation.
- Bodies up defender, keeping catch space open.
- Sustains focus with coverage draped over him.
- Moves feet to work his way to the throw and catches with soft hands.
- Consistently productive as kick and punt returner.
Overview
Scheme-versatile outside cornerback with the talent and skill to become a successful starter in the league. Wright possesses the physical traits to contest throws in the NFL, but it’s his footwork and anticipation that keep him near receivers to make plays on the football. He’s very agile to mirror and phase routes from man coverage but will need to play with a bit more awareness from zone. Wright’s ceiling could be determined by his ability to open and run with deep targets, and his willingness to step up a little more in run support.
Strengths
- Premium size and length.
- Adequate patience with forceful punch from press.
- Able to phase routes with good stop-and-go body control.
- Quick to accelerate when changing direction with lateral breaks.
- Recovery speed to track down routes crossing the hash.
- Downfield ball tracking keeps him in proper position.
- Challenges a good number of throws.
- Prevents catch opportunities outside the numbers.
Round 7 Cameron Young NT Mississippi St. Draft Grade 6.20 A two down NT that may not fall to round 7 but may be available on day three. He checks the Arm length requirement at 34.5".
Overview
Naturally powerful prospect who is able to take on capable challengers and come out in good shape despite playing with an elevated pad level. Young plays with early hands and a heavy punch to gain positioning quickly against single blocks. He has the core power and contact balance to force double teams to work. Also, he does a nice job of fighting against wash-down blocks and maintaining gap integrity against zone. He has the size, length and strength to become a proficient run defender but offers very little as a pass rusher. While Young will be seen as a natural nose tackle, he could see snaps as a 5-technique as well.
Strengths
- Rare arm length for a defensive tackle.
- High win rate getting into the blocker with first hands.
- Rides zone blocks with good pacing and control to maintain his run fit.
- Unlocks hips/ankles to drop sturdy anchor against double teams.
- Does the dirty work to allow linebackers to flow freely.
- Impressive shed-to-tackle transitions.
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