ESPN: Best fits for top 50 free agents (RB fits Cowboys)

[Risen Star]

ESPN assigns best fit for each of the top free agents. A few are Cowboys related.

20. Tyron Smith, OT
Best team fit: Kansas City Chiefs

The availability concerns for Smith are real; he has missed 33 games over the past four seasons with the Cowboys. But when healthy, Smith is a detailed technician with the physical demeanor to win on the edge. And he would absolutely upgrade the left tackle position for the Chiefs, limiting pass-rushers and keeping the throwing platform clean for quarterback Patrick Mahomes.

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35. Josh Jacobs, RB
Best team fit: Dallas Cowboys

With the expectation Tony Pollard does not return to Dallas, the Cowboys could pivot to Jacobs. He has been a volume grinder for the Raiders, with the low pad level to finish runs and the quickness to make defenders miss. Jacobs, who led the NFL in rushing in 2022, could also be utilized as a receiving option for Dak Prescott on swings, screens and unders.

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46. Tony Pollard, RB
Best team fit: Washington Commanders

With Antonio Gibson heading to free agency, the Commanders could target someone like Pollard on a short-term deal to create a backfield rotation with Brian Robinson Jr. I like that duo. Washington could then reduce the workload for Pollard while maximizing his dual-threat ability. In five pro seasons with the Cowboys, Pollard had 179 receptions, and in 2023 he rushed for over 1,000 yards for a second straight season.

 

[ATXSRT]

I'd love Josh Jacobs. Altho last year I wanted David Montgomery to spell Pollard that would have taken us to another level offensively.

If we don't get any of these RBs in FA, I'd like to draft Corum or Marshawn Lloyd.

 

[Ekspozed]

Often injured and probably will he the highest paid. No thanks.

 

[Risen Star]

I could see Pollard gashing us with Washington.

 

[big dog cowboy]

35. Josh Jacobs, RB
Best team fit: Dallas Cowboys

I'd rather just draft a RB and spend the money somewhere else.

I have no clue what Jacobs is looking for. But if it's more than the vet minimum, it's a hard NO for me.

 

[menolian]

I'd rather just draft a RB and spend the money somewhere else.

I have no clue what Jacobs is looking for. But if it's more than the vet minimum, it's a hard NO for me.

A great year to get a decent RB for hopefully cheap with Jacobs, Chubb, Pollard, Barkley, Henry, eckler, Jones all hitting free agency. Anyone else I miss

 

[Hawkeye0202]

My fellow posters keep assuring me Tyon Smith isn't going anyway............

 

[MikeT22]

Tough trying to find a RB in FA when they are all going to be at least 5 yr vets going into the season. The whole, 'don't draft a RB in the 1st' is largely due to RB's falling off after 5-6 years, so signing a 5-6 yr vet. RB for far more than a rookie would cost seems foolish.

 

[StarBoyz83]

Jacob's was the best or 2nd best rb in the nfl 22-23 season. But probably will cost too much. Fa expectations are low like every season.

 

[Carson]

I could see Pollard gashing us with Washington.

Touchdown Tony Pollard! That cuts the score to Dallas 35 Washington 10

Cowboys!!!

 

[charron]

They need to draft a guy and sign a cheap veteran. Vaughn needs to step up or get cut.

 

[Aven8]

Braelon Allen will be on this team next year and you will like it!

 

[ElGatoGrande]

RB should be easiest.to.fix.... that's if they fix the OL of course. Mid to late round pick plus an FA and it's done... No more shrimps please.

 

[Coogiguy03]

Ronald Jones anyone lol

 

[Risen Star]

Jacob's was the best or 2nd best rb in the nfl 22-23 season. But probably will cost too much. Fa expectations are low like every season.

We are all in this year. Get your expectations up.

 

[TheDank]

Id rather Zach Moss on the cheap + Marshawn Lloyd in the 5th.

 

[rnr_honeybadger]

I could see Pollard gashing us with Washington.

Only because that gaping hole is the Defensive Line is left unaddressed

 

[Teague31]

No $ on a RB. Draft one in round 3.

 

[big dog cowboy]

Vaughn needs to step up or get cut.

ON draft day MM said they would have a package for him. Well, they didn't. All year. And only gave him a handful of carries. I don't see how any of that is Vaughn's fault.

 

[Ekspozed]

I could see Pollard gashing us with Washington.

I could see Gibson with us gashing Washington