Matt Weletzko

[LACowboysFan1]

Such as what past NFL teams in the top 10 overall ?

I'd be interested to know that as well...

 

[Pass2Run]

Rosenthal would have been a good udfa signing.

He has similarities to Weletzko but not to Tyler Smith.

Yeah, after looking into the players, I think we're better off with Waletzko. Maybe Rosenthal could pan out, but he looks flabby and I think NFL is going to test his game.

Waletzko has a super high RAS, which I like, because we're trying to be the more athletic team on offense and defense. So, I just didn't have enough time to properly evaluate, since I kinda came in late this year. So I gotta give it to the Cowboys for doing their homework.

It's hard to guess the late round picks anyway. I also wasn't paying much attention to the Cowboys 30 visits.

Lesson learned.

I actually like Ball better than Waletzko, right now. Although that could change depending on how he plays.

 

[RonWashington]

From what is thrown around the plan is for this Giant of a tackle to be # 77’s insurance plan . Looks like he may get some prime time action

 

[Pass2Run]

From what is thrown around the plan is for this Giant of a tackle to be # 77’s insurance plan . Looks like he may get some prime time action

I think that's the plan. He's sort of the swing tackle.

 

[RonWashington]

I think that's the plan. He's sort of the swing tackle.

With Josh Ball backing up Steele

 

[Pass2Run]

With Josh Ball backing up Steele

That's right. I think Steele has the position right now.

We'll see what Ball does with an offseason.

 

[jrumann59]

Something wrong with Steele? He did very well last year at RT. Not so much LT but he was good at RT.

Depends on Steele's continued growth, if he plateaus he will be due up a new contract at the end of the year I believe, if you have a prospect that is equal to you let Steele walk and backfill with either, Ball, Waletzko, FA (LOL) or another candidate.

 

[RonWashington]

If Steele shuts down the edge from the right side plays a full season without injury or failing the bathroom experiment like Collins ….I say reward him give a contract . One less position to fill .

 

[jrumann59]

If Steele shuts down the edge from the right side plays a full season without injury or failing the bathroom experiment like Collins ….I say reward him give a contract . One less position to fill .

I disagree. Unless he is pro bowler then yes. if he is above average and the other guys are at or just below him you let him walk. You really should not be extending average to slightly above average talent. You need to manage the cap and churning guys like Steele if they do not continue to develop is key. Its awesome what he has accomplished as a UDFA but unless he is prow bowl or All-pro he should be considered replaceable.

 

[Pass2Run]

I disagree. Unless he is pro bowler then yes. if he is above average and the other guys are at or just below him you let him walk. You really should not be extending average to slightly above average talent. You need to manage the cap and churning guys like Steele if they do not continue to develop is key. Its awesome what he has accomplished as a UDFA but unless he is prow bowl or All-pro he should be considered replaceable.

I won't be surprised if Ball takes his spot.

 

[RonWashington]

I disagree. Unless he is pro bowler then yes. if he is above average and the other guys are at or just below him you let him walk. You really should not be extending average to slightly above average talent. You need to manage the cap and churning guys like Steele if they do not continue to develop is key. Its awesome what he has accomplished as a UDFA but unless he is prow bowl or All-pro he should be considered replaceable.

Ok let’s have a revolving door at tackle with a 140 million $ QB ….especially with 77 on the other side of his career you would be looking at both tackles open . I’m not suggesting breaking the bank for Steele but if he continues to progress a sensible contract might be worked .

 

[FuzzyLumpkins]

His upside is Doug Free who was a similar player coming out. I don't hold my breath on these guys that need to get stronger.

 

[jrumann59]

Ok let’s have a revolving door at tackle with a 140 million $ QB ….especially with 77 on the other side of his career you would be looking at both tackles open . I’m not suggesting breaking the bank for Steele but if he continues to progress a sensible contract might be worked .

I understand the sentiment but because we have 140m on QB and have so many holes else where and smith may retire soon, martin has a few more years as well. Keep drafting well and spackle holes on the OL, if Steele is playing pro bowl caliber of course sign him but if not there are plenty of candidates to look at. Honestly I see steele getting to the doug free level of play, good but not spectacular and he will have you howling at the TV some weeks.

 

[RonWashington]

I understand the sentiment but because we have 140m on QB and have so many holes else where and smith may retire soon, martin has a few more years as well. Keep drafting well and spackle holes on the OL, if Steele is playing pro bowl caliber of course sign him but if not there are plenty of candidates to look at. Honestly I see steele getting to the doug free level of play, good but not spectacular and he will have you howling at the TV some weeks.

Doug Free was a solid part of a very dominant OLine . I guess first of all Steele has to win the job in camp fending off Josh Ball and if Steele is steady and serviceable like Doug Free I’m all in on say 2 yrs 7 mill .

 

[LACowboysFan1]

He was ok. I wouldn't say he did very well. He is passable, but he got help on the right side

Most any RT would look pretty good playing next to Martin...

 

[RonWashington]

I won't be surprised if Ball takes his spot.

He had quite the hype post draft and I guess a high ankle sprain kept him gone all year. Not even sure he played that last game regular season exhibition in Philly , a lot of backups got snaps that night .

 

[xwalker]

We are in transition at the position, Collins is already gone and Tyron probably play another 1-2 seasons. We now have Steele who will be a fa after the season, Ball, Wel and Tyler Smith. Let's hope our long-term starters at the position are already on the roster.

Restricted Free Agent.

 

[Pass2Run]

He had quite the hype post draft and I guess a high ankle sprain kept him gone all year. Not even sure he played that last game regular season exhibition in Philly , a lot of backups got snaps that night .

I had almost forgotten about him. But he helps me feel better about the overall state of the offensive line because he adds competition and depth.

 

[kskboys]

Wally will be our staring OLT in 2024

 

[kskboys]

Yeah, after looking into the players, I think we're better off with Waletzko. Maybe Rosenthal could pan out, but he looks flabby and I think NFL is going to test his game.

Waletzko has a super high RAS, which I like, because we're trying to be the more athletic team on offense and defense. So, I just didn't have enough time to properly evaluate, since I kinda came in late this year. So I gotta give it to the Cowboys for doing their homework.

It's hard to guess the late round picks anyway. I also wasn't paying much attention to the Cowboys 30 visits.

Lesson learned.

I actually like Ball better than Waletzko, right now. Although that could change depending on how he plays.

Wally has a higher upside, just isn't ready.