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Its work isn't close to being done, but the Dallas Cowboys front office has to be happy with the way the first round of the 2016 NFL draft played out Thursday night. The Cowboys opted for the win-now strategy and selected ex-Ohio State Buckeye Ezekiel Elliott with the fourth overall pick.
The addition of the 20-year-old running back gives Dallas a potent offense that will put up a ton of points if everyone can remain healthy. The Cowboys offensive line is the best in the NFL, and it can make any running back look good. But imagine how good it can make a player as good as Elliott look.
With Elliott in the fold, the Cowboys can go back to their 2014 game plan of controlling the clock and playing opportunistic football. This pick doesn't only help the offense, but it also improves the defense. If the Cowboys are able to hold on to the ball for long periods of time, it gives their defense time to remain rested throughout games.
Now, the Cowboys turn their attention to the second and third rounds on Friday as they continue to try to improve their team.
Without further ado, let's take a look at the top 100 prospects left in the draft and try to predict what the Cowboys might do with their remaining draft picks.
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The addition of the 20-year-old running back gives Dallas a potent offense that will put up a ton of points if everyone can remain healthy. The Cowboys offensive line is the best in the NFL, and it can make any running back look good. But imagine how good it can make a player as good as Elliott look.
With Elliott in the fold, the Cowboys can go back to their 2014 game plan of controlling the clock and playing opportunistic football. This pick doesn't only help the offense, but it also improves the defense. If the Cowboys are able to hold on to the ball for long periods of time, it gives their defense time to remain rested throughout games.
Now, the Cowboys turn their attention to the second and third rounds on Friday as they continue to try to improve their team.
Without further ado, let's take a look at the top 100 prospects left in the draft and try to predict what the Cowboys might do with their remaining draft picks.
Begin Slideshow
Continue reading...