Offseason positional needs!

[quickccc]

Priority:

DT-decision needs to be made on Osa, have zero depth at the position. Run defense remains a huge concern.
WR-Cooks isn't expected back, they do not have a true #2 receiver on this roster
RB-our lead back scored just 2 rushing TD's all season long.

Secondary:

Corner/LB due to the injuries of Diggs/Overshown-depth at both positions is very thin.
Guard/Tackle-might be a year to see if our young prospects can be productive starters
Safety-both our starting safeties struggled this year and are playing on their last yr of their contracts
Edge-Sam Williams is still under contract, will DLaw be resigned? Could sign another Lawson/Fowler type for depth

RB and WR are very high priority in the NFL draft, imo

- Vastly expect a starting RB within rounds 1 and 2. .
We wont look away from RB past 2nd round, imo

- Despite Mingo 4th rd pick, i still want to pursue that No.2 WR,.. i've the feeling we will trade back in 3rd rd to regain that 4th rd Mingo back .

- McCarthy really mis-chemed and failed speedy WR vet Cooks, and we''l need a big possession that fits McCarthy Tex Coast offense
(Mingo or Flournoy ?) .. Tolbert is more of a 4th WR type despite a good knack for red zone/goal line - he is pure possession type without
great separation run skills or over top demon speed.

- Worth Repeatin' .....We have to establish a true, dangerous, productive No.2 WR opposite Lamb,..
a Jameson Williams Detroit , Tee Higgins Cincy , Devontae Smith, Philly Puka Nacua, Rams Stephon Diggs, Hou. types
to combine with Lamb

- Rico seems a solid spell/relief backup type, but doesn't have threatening splash skills- not a dangerous difference maker.
Barkley, Gibbs, Henry, James Cook, McCaffrey (healthy) ... these guys are difference makers that defenses fear . we really need
that kind n the front line. ..

- i really think TE Ferguson in a great coach scheme, can be a Pro Bowl level TE ..- but not in McCarthy offense.
Zero TDs means our play caller is very lacking to utilize Fergy's skill set.

 

[Cowboyny]

RB and WR are very high priority in the NFL draft, imo

- Vastly expect a starting RB within rounds 1 and 2. .
We wont look away from RB past 2nd round, imo

- Despite Mingo 4th rd pick, i still want to pursue that No.2 WR,.. i've the feeling we will trade back in 3rd rd to regain that 4th rd Mingo back .

- McCarthy really mis-chemed and failed speedy WR vet Cooks, and we''l need a big possession that fits McCarthy Tex Coast offense
(Mingo or Flournoy ?) .. Tolbert is more of a 4th WR type despite a good knack for red zone/goal line - he is pure possession type without
great separation run skills or over top demon speed.

- Worth Repeatin' .....We have to establish a true, dangerous, productive No.2 WR opposite Lamb,..
a Jameson Williams Detroit , Tee Higgins Cincy , Devontae Smith, Philly Puka Nacua, Rams Stephon Diggs, Hou. types
to combine with Lamb

- Rico seems a solid spell/relief backup type, but doesn't have threatening splash skills- not a dangerous difference maker.
Barkley, Gibbs, Henry, James Cook, McCaffrey (healthy) ... these guys are difference makers that defenses fear . we really need
that kind n the front line. ..

- i really think TE Ferguson in a great coach scheme, can be a Pro Bowl level TE ..- but not in McCarthy offense.
Zero TDs means our play caller is very lacking to utilize Fergy's skill set.

Fully agree about the need at both wr and rb. Many dispute the receiver need, but we do not have anything past Lamb. Tolbert has been given every opportunity and just has proven to be that guy

 

[Cowboyny]

DEFENSE
- uncertainty with DLaw future - re-sign or cap casualty in 2025 ?
- Williams will need a ACL recovery year in 2025 - uncertain production
- Kneeland missed time wth injury, still developing,c ould be Dlaw replacement
- I'd return vet DE Carl Lawson to a vet 1 to 2 yr minimal deal, ditto DT Lindell Joseph
- Continue draft DL DT/DE prospects
- Return vet LB Hendricks in a backup role, pursue 2-3 more LBs

- Juanyeh vs Hooker ? Bell will be solid backup to Wilson
- I'm not for drafting safety ..unless he is a true, super-blue chipper in 1st rd. (per Cowboys philisopy)
- I want a better scheme than Zimmer -who de-emphasizes INTs.
- Re-sign vet Lewis if possible. draft another mid-late rd draftee ala Bland, Anthony Brown to develop at slot CB
- Continue to develop rookie CB Carson who struggled outside
- Unless unknown medical issues- Premature to draft CB very high with Diggs/Bland set in place.

With so many needs it’s going to be hard to address all of them. Focus on run defense first and then figure the rest out. Lewis is an important resign and probably makes sense to add another veteran corner with the Diggs injury. I’m on the fence about resigning OSA as I don’t see him as a star at the position, but he’s is going to be paid like one. Did a lot of research, strong run defenses have big personnel. They have to move away from those quick twitch players that Marinelli, Quinn coveted with players who can win at the point of attack

 

[Cowboyny]

Osa is part of the reason we suck vs the run, but he is a decent pass rushing DT. Probably not worth breaking the bank over.

In a rotation would be better, but not paying a one dimensional player pro bowl money

 

[Cowboyny]

- DT is a dire need ...but also the hardest, most difficult to acquire in NFL draft. and that's why it's a sky rocket price to buy in FA.
We'll draft a DT high in 2nd to 4th rd. if Osa walks . but expect a vet bargain 3-tech in the meantime.

- I have both RB .. WR and LB very high on the priority needs the most.

- Overshown horrific injury changes everything at our LBs, good thing is rookie LB Marist Liufau ended a solid rookie year - and really turned it on at end.
he's one young LB to build around - he should eventually be starting middle LB, be great to return vet Hendricks in a backup role .
Always try to upgrade depth - competition vs average LB Damon Clark

- We have to establish a true, dangerous, productive No.2 WR opposite Lamb,.. a Jameson Williams Detroit , Tee Higgins Cincy , Devontae Smith, Philly Puka Nacua, Rams Stephon Diggs, Hou. types
to combine with Lamb . (I say again .. Horrible scheme/mis-use by Mccarthy per Brandin Cooks) i'd love a speedy Jameson/Stephen Diggs type but hes' gonna be schemed as a big possession type
under McCarthy, imo

Great incoming DT class with a ton of 1 tech’s. Come over to the draft zone, we have been discussing these subjects for a few weeks already.

Many things you are saying, I have been discussing like veteran receivers to target

 

[IceStar-D7]

Anybody wanting the DE from Penn State?? Wears number #11 also.... I'd think serious about taking him. Then I'd go Ohio State with the next pick-Henderson at running back...AND SPEAKING ABOUT OHIO STATE!!!! GO BUCKS!!!!!!!!!!!!

 

[quickccc]

Fully agree about the need at both wr and rb. Many dispute the receiver need, but we do not have anything past Lamb. Tolbert has been given every opportunity and just has proven to be that guy

We've already spent a 3rd rd pick (Tolbert0 .... traded a future 4th rd pick (Mingo) ...and traded for a vet speedy WR in Cooks, ....and we've still not produced a difference making No.2 WR.

But we must still pursue such a player - most likely in the NFL Draft.

 

[Cowboyny]

We've already spent a 3rd rd pick (Tolbert0 .... traded a future 4th rd pick (Mingo) ...and traded for a vet speedy WR in Cooks, ....and we've still not produced a difference making No.2 WR.

But we must still pursue such a player - most likely in the NFL Draft.

Both the fa market and draft lacks depth. Burden is a yac monster, a smaller version to Lamb. Raw as a route runner, but explosive when he gets the ball. He has a chance to be there at 12. Ebuika from Ohio State is more like an ideal 2, good route runner, but not as explosive

Free agency has Diggs brother, Cooper and Higgins who is probable out of our price range

 

[Cowboyny]

Anybody wanting the DE from Penn State?? Wears number #11 also.... I'd think serious about taking him. Then I'd go Ohio State with the next pick-Henderson at running back...AND SPEAKING ABOUT OHIO STATE!!!! GO BUCKS!!!!!!!!!!!!

Will be long gone, top 5 pick

 

[CATCH17]

We need a new team outside of Lamb, Parsons, Bland.

 

[conner01]

Just resign Osa and in free agency sign a strong run defensive tackle.

I would be shocked if the sign Osa. He’s gonna get a very big payday. I’d love to but don’t see Jerry paying what he’s gonna get. That’s why I think they sign gholston because he’s gonna be a third the price

 

[CCBoy]

I would be shocked if the sign Osa. He’s gonna get a very big payday. I’d love to but don’t see Jerry paying what he’s gonna get. That’s why I think they sign gholston because he’s gonna be a third the price

You either invest in a top shelf defense or play act. They have funds to accomplish an irrefutable unit on defense.

 

[CCBoy]

Defensive Preferences​

The emphasis on defensive line rotation and pass rushers is a driving force behind their draft choices.

They aggressively pursue linebacker/edge hybrid players who exhibit the flexibility to succeed in different schemes. Micah Parson, Osa Odighizuwa, and Marcus Kneeland are prime examples.

Cornerbacks with length and strong press-man skills take precedence, and they intentionally address the safety position in the later rounds to maximize their early-round resources.

https://insidethestar.com/analyzing-the-dallas-cowboys-unoriginal-draft-strategy

As we look toward the 2025 draft, we can assertively predict that the Cowboys will:

– Actively pursue offensive line reinforcements early if any starters leave.
– Seek depth along the defensive line throughout the draft process.
– Focus on acquiring versatile linebacker talent.
– Strengthen the secondary in the middle rounds.
– Add receiving threats if notable players exit.

(Dallas doesn't focus on a running back in the first round nor top speed wide receiver there as well)

 

[doomsday9084]

Random comment: I didn't like Beebe as a center but I liked him as a player. IMO, he should go back to his natural position of guard. Between him and Bass, I think the team is fine then at G. Get a better quality center and a lot of things would go better. Dallas does not get enough grief for coming up with the idea "hey, let's draft a guard in the middle of the draft and make him starting center!!!!" That was dumb. Still is.

Second comment: Guyton was so bad that you can't just assume he is going to be fine as LT this year. Edoga doesn't cut it either. IMO LT is an issue.

 

[conner01]

You either invest in a top shelf defense or play act. They have funds to accomplish an irrefutable unit on defense.

I’d love to see it but just not optimistic they will. If they want a competitive playoff team we need to build the interior Dline and add help for Lamb

 

[Cebrin]

This isn’t rocket surgery, fix both lines and the rest will look better. The trenches cover deficiencies elsewhere.

Say it louder for the back of the room.

 

[Chasing6]

1. NT/DT
2. RB
3. LB
4. CB
4 Major needs due to lack of players and talent level. 2+ acquisitions each position.

5. OG
6. TE
7. WR
3 positions with plenty bodies, but could use 1 really good player to make the whole group and offense better.

8. OT
9. QB
0. FS
Underperforming positions with significant money or resources involved, so the players have to improve moreso than make a move.

*I'm content at DE, but I'm always open to a talented rusher opposite Micah.

1. GM
2. President
3. CEO

 

[Mr_437]

1. GM
2. President
3. CEO

 

[FVSTONE]

Priority:

DT-decision needs to be made on Osa, have zero depth at the position. Run defense remains a huge concern.
WR-Cooks isn't expected back, they do not have a true #2 receiver on this roster
RB-our lead back scored just 2 rushing TD's all season long.

Secondary:

Corner/LB due to the injuries of Diggs/Overshown-depth at both positions is very thin.
Guard/Tackle-might be a year to see if our young prospects can be productive starters
Safety-both our starting safeties struggled this year and are playing on their last yr of their contracts
Edge-Sam Williams is still under contract, will DLaw be resigned? Could sign another Lawson/Fowler type for depth

Cowboy needs are too many to mention!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

 

[snadler]

New coach, new owner, new gm