March 25 Walter Football Mock

[Outlaw Heroes]

27. http://BAN-INCOMING-IN-3-2-1/images/fball/cowboysb_logo.gif Dallas Cowboys: P.J. Williams, CB, Florida State http://BAN-INCOMING-IN-3-2-1/college/FloridaState_logo.gif


The Cowboys desperately need help at cornerback. Morris Claiborne has been a huge disappointment, while Brandon Carr is extremely overpaid. Dallas could target a potential upgrade at the end of the first round.


60. http://BAN-INCOMING-IN-3-2-1/images/fball/cowboysb_logo.gifDallas Cowboys: Mario Edwards, DE/DT, Florida State http://BAN-INCOMING-IN-3-2-1/college/FloridaState_logo.gif



Dallas' defense was much better than anyone anticipated, but it was exposed during a stretch during the latter part of the season. There are still some weaknesses that need to be addressed - particularly in the interior of the defensive line, where Nick Hayden needs to be upgraded.

91.http://BAN-INCOMING-IN-3-2-1/images/fball/cowboysb_logo.gif Dallas Cowboys: David Johnson, RB, Northern Iowa http://BAN-INCOMING-IN-3-2-1/college/NorthernIowa_logo.gif

DeMarco Murray was too expensive to keep, so the plan was for Joseph Randle to become the new starting running back. The problem is that Randle was recently arrested for drug possession and domestic violence, so he could be suspended. If so, Dallas may spend a second-day selection on a back.

127.http://BAN-INCOMING-IN-3-2-1/images/fball/cowboysb_logo.gif Dallas Cowboys: Derron Smith, S, Fresno Statehttp://BAN-INCOMING-IN-3-2-1/college/FresnoState_logo.gif

The Cowboys have major issues in their secondary, so it shouldn't surprise anyone if they spend multiple picks on upgrades.

163.http://BAN-INCOMING-IN-3-2-1/images/fball/cowboysb_logo.gif Dallas Cowboys: Lorenzo Doss, CB, Tulanehttp://BAN-INCOMING-IN-3-2-1/college/Tulane_logo.gif

The Cowboys addressed both defensive back positions earlier in this mock draft, but they could stand to add more to their secondary.


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[Outlaw Heroes]

Personally, I hate it.

 

[dallasdave]

Personally, I hate it.

Agree, not a fan, hope the Cowboys go a different direction.

 

[Stash]

Personally, I hate it.

You and me both brother!

 

[xwalker]

Personally, I hate it.

They always mock picks to the Cowboys that they think would be a bad draft. Walter is an Eagles fan.

 

[Outlaw Heroes]

They always mock picks to the Cowboys that they think would be a bad draft. Walter is an Eagles fan.

Too funny. I should have known.

 

[CCBoy]

No. 1 Team Need: Running back

Silva's Analysis

The Cowboys have embraced a smash-mouth, run-based approach under OC Scott Linehan, but let DeMarco Murray walk in free agency after a nearly 400-carry season. Left behind are washed-up Darren McFadden, troubled Joseph Randle, 2014 practice squadder Ryan Williams and satellite back Lance Dunbar. This team needs a lead runner with three-down tools.

No. 2 Team Need: Defensive tackle

Silva's Analysis

Tyrone Crawford has locked down three-technique tackle, but incumbent nose guard Nick Hayden was one of the worst starters in football last season, leading to an exploitable Dallas run defense. Cowboys DC Rod Marinelli needs a "one-technique" tackle capable of holding his ground and tying up blockers in front of LBs Sean Lee and Anthony Hitchens.

No. 3 Team Need: Cornerback

Silva's Analysis

Orlando Scandrick is a solid starter, but LCB Brandon Carr has been a $50 million free agent disappointment and 2012 first-round pick Morris Claiborne is an injury-ruined bust. Owner/GM Jerry Jones openly discussed releasing Carr in January. Carr is ultimately likely to return, but should face competition. Marinelli runs a Tampa 2-style defense, but also uses plenty of man coverage based on opponent. Either way, Marinelli's corners must tackle. We only list three "needs" in this space. I would consider linebacker and strong safety question marks on Dallas' roster, as well.

http://sports.yahoo.com/news/nfl-draft-needs-cowboys-160300930--nfl.html

 

[Floatyworm]

They always mock picks to the Cowboys that they think would be a bad draft. Walter is an Eagles fan.

Well......that explains alot. Have always hated his mock drafts. Gotta give him props for all the work he puts into his website and mocks. But he is a terrible talent evaluator.

 

[tm1119]

3 picks out of 5 in the secondary? Horrible

David Johnson would be great in the 3rd and I wouldn't hate Doss in the 4th, but other than that I'd pretty much hate it.

 

[xwalker]

Well......that explains alot. Have always hated his mock drafts. Gotta give him props for all the work he puts into his website and mocks. But he is a terrible talent evaluator.

Yes it's a good website. He has influenced many people to look at unofficial forty times and ten yards times over forty times.

For years he had an entire section making fun of Emmitt's efforts to be a broadcaster.

 

[Outlaw Heroes]

For years he had an entire section making fun of Emmitt's efforts to be a broadcaster.

I loved Emmitt, but the truth is that his efforts to be a broadcaster needed to be made fun of.

 

[Alexander]

Personally, I hate it.

I agree. About the only choice I remotely like is Johnson. And three out of five picks to the secondary is demented.

 

[RamziD]

Yeah, WF's analysis is always "Cowboys have to take the best remaining player at X position because they were absolutely horrible at it last year". It's always some reach.

 

[endersdragon]

I like the first 3 picks just fine (though I would rather trade down, grab a third, and pick PJ Williams), the last 2... too much secondary, especially considering if Carr is on the team we won't really have that much room for another 2 CBs.

 

[endersdragon]

No. 1 Team Need: Running back

Silva's Analysis

The Cowboys have embraced a smash-mouth, run-based approach under OC Scott Linehan, but let DeMarco Murray walk in free agency after a nearly 400-carry season. Left behind are washed-up Darren McFadden, troubled Joseph Randle, 2014 practice squadder Ryan Williams and satellite back Lance Dunbar. This team needs a lead runner with three-down tools.

No. 2 Team Need: Defensive tackle

Silva's Analysis

Tyrone Crawford has locked down three-technique tackle, but incumbent nose guard Nick Hayden was one of the worst starters in football last season, leading to an exploitable Dallas run defense. Cowboys DC Rod Marinelli needs a "one-technique" tackle capable of holding his ground and tying up blockers in front of LBs Sean Lee and Anthony Hitchens.

No. 3 Team Need: Cornerback

Silva's Analysis

Orlando Scandrick is a solid starter, but LCB Brandon Carr has been a $50 million free agent disappointment and 2012 first-round pick Morris Claiborne is an injury-ruined bust. Owner/GM Jerry Jones openly discussed releasing Carr in January. Carr is ultimately likely to return, but should face competition. Marinelli runs a Tampa 2-style defense, but also uses plenty of man coverage based on opponent. Either way, Marinelli's corners must tackle. We only list three "needs" in this space. I would consider linebacker and strong safety question marks on Dallas' roster, as well.

http://sports.yahoo.com/news/nfl-draft-needs-cowboys-160300930--nfl.html

I definitely agree with those being our 3 biggest needs.