Revisiting team priority needs

[Cowboyny]

Why not? A year ago that would have been perfectly correct. That injury wasn’t career ending, but expecting him to be 100% for September wasnt the best gamble.

Tolbert may head directly to bustville, but there’s no reason to think Gallup will not return to form this year.

Gotta roll the dice in several spots as long as there’s a salary cap and trying to replace Gallup is going to have them gambling elsewhere.

If Dak is getting a ton of pressure it’s not going to matter who his weapons are.

Gallup was injury prone even before the acl injury. Who knows what they will get out of both Tolbert/Semi. They need to cover themselves or could be 1 injury away from even being worse then last yr as both Shultz/Brown are no longer here.

Pressure on Dak wasn't the issue last season, their issue was they couldn't run the football at all once Steele when down with a injury. Have to upgrade both guard and running back.

 

[baltcowboy]

Defense

-Three issues throughout last season were:

1. Run Defense-especially those stretch runs to the weakside
2. Big passing plays given up by the corner opposite Diggs, even Brown had his struggles
3. Pass rush was non-existent late in the season when Parsons wore down

-#2 corner has been upgraded, but depth behind the starters is concerning.
-Perhaps adding a 4i DE is more of need to stop the run, one of those strong side DE's, who can kick inside against the pass.
-Depth at linebacker is very concerning, especially with two starters with neck concerns
-Quinn has to find ways to keep Parsons from waring down, but adding another pass rusher would be a good investment.

Offense

1. Team has to upgrade their receiving weapons, especially after the poor season from Gallup and Tolbert contributing very little.
2. Have to replace the loss of Dalton Shultz's production in the passing game, he was the team's #2 receiving option.
3. Need a starting caliber running back, Zeke is gone, but also Pollard is coming off major injury and hasn't carried the load since high school.
4. What is their plan with the starting OL? Best 5? Need a contingency plan for Tyron and must add depth, especially within the interior

-Cooks was a big addition, but was it enough? They may need 1 more weapon as they don't know what they are going to get from Gallup/Tolbert.
-They can replace Shultz with the positional group or draft a day 1 starter at the position.
-Protected themselves with Ronald Jones, but would like to have a better option.
-Drafting another versatile lineman makes a ton of sense if the aging Tyron and Martin.

Special Teams

Fassel has to find a quality kicker, you can draft one, sign a fa, but they currently have no real options on their roster.

Priority Draft needs:

1. One receiving weapon either at WR or TE as they cannot rely on either Gallup or Tolbert from producing
2. Starting caliber running back, Pollard coming off major injury and hasn't carried the load since high school
3. Interior Lineman-one who can compete to become a spot starter in event Tyron goes down
4. DE/DT-need that DE to set the edge in the run game, allow Parsons to play more off the ball in obvious run situations
5. Starting caliber Linebacker as our two starters have a questionable injury history
6. More depth at Corner/Edge
7. Kicker

Remember the Cowboys have plenty of money to spend in free agency where there are plenty of pass rushers, defensive tackles, cornerbacks, and guards to sign to one year contracts. For this reason I think the Cowboys will go bpa for the most part especially after the first two rounds. I hope they don’t but I could see them drafting a kicker and backup quarterback this draft.

 

[gtb1943]

Remember the Cowboys have plenty of money to spend in free agency where there are plenty of pass rushers, defensive tackles, cornerbacks, and guards to sign to one year contracts. For this reason I think the Cowboys will go bpa for the most part especially after the first two rounds. I hope they don’t but I could see them drafting a kicker and backup quarterback this draft.

Would not mind using say a 6th rd pick on a kicker. Maybe even a fifth if they really think they have found a guy who can do it when it matters.

 

[Cowboyny]

Remember the Cowboys have plenty of money to spend in free agency where there are plenty of pass rushers, defensive tackles, cornerbacks, and guards to sign to one year contracts. For this reason I think the Cowboys will go bpa for the most part especially after the first two rounds. I hope they don’t but I could see them drafting a kicker and backup quarterback this draft.

That money could be for some of those big extensions needed for next offseason: Lamb, Diggs and Steele/Biaz.

 

[gtb1943]

That money could be for some of those big extensions needed for next offseason: Lamb, Diggs and Steele/Biaz.

lets be blunt here: you know the clown show is not going to spend big money on a FA not our own no matter what.

 

[baltcowboy]

That money could be for some of those big extensions needed for next offseason: Lamb, Diggs and Steele/Biaz.

Yeah but extensions usually decreases the cap number especially Dak’s and CeeDees. Plenty of funny business with the cap. The Cowboys can do what they want.

 

[fivetwos]

Gallup was injury prone even before the acl injury. Who knows what they will get out of both Tolbert/Semi. They need to cover themselves or could be 1 injury away from even being worse then last yr as both Shultz/Brown are no longer here.

Pressure on Dak wasn't the issue last season, their issue was they couldn't run the football at all once Steele when down with an injury. Have to upgrade both guard and running back.

I think if WR is added, it’s about being the best bet to add another playmaker, not really a true need. I do think it’s reasonable to count on Gallup to come back better. I’m not ready to toss him aside because he couldn’t play at a high level off a knee injury within a calendar year. Also, after watching the extremely impressive WR classes of recent history, I’m quite underwhelmed this year. Add a smaller, shifty guy later, if anything.

I’m beginning believe the best thing that can happen is Skronski falls to 26. Unless there’s a serious OL run between 12-20, which could happen, man ONE of these OL has to slip, no? That’s really what we need to happen.

Remember that what we are attempting to do here is find a starting player at a point in the first round beyond the number of first round grades. 26 is where a decent off ball LB or C/G ought to go.

It’d be nice to upgrade TE1 or WR3, but we can live with status quo if need be, and we upgrade elsewhere.

 

[Cowboyny]

lets be blunt here: you know the clown show is not going to spend big money on a FA not our own no matter what.

No, but they have found bargains post draft

 

[Cowboyny]

Yeah but extensions usually decreases the cap number especially Dak’s and CeeDees. Plenty of funny business with the cap. The Cowboys can do what they want.

They can also do the opposite and take on more money now and lessen it later when they need to resign Parsons

 

[baltcowboy]

They can also do the opposite and take on more money now and lessen it later when they need to resign Parsons

Parsons is a year away. His contract is ear marked. This board is funny. There was a thread trying to trade Parsons for two first round picks during the season. We have a Hall of Fame caliber player and our fake fans want to trade him. Runner up for defensive player of the year his first two seasons, First Team All Pro first two seasons and made our defense one of best in the league. Can’t ask for more then that with the number 1 pick in the draft. Two seasons this man has played.

 

[Hawkeye0202]

We cannot just assume Gallup would improve nor Tolbert will improve enough to make an impact.

You lost me a bit here.........Gallup had ACL surgery In Feb 2022, missed all training camp and preseason but still returned mid-October and started 11 games. This was trying to return from an injury that generally takes 11-12 months. To be blunt, no way in hell he was ready and it showed big time.

This season with a full TC and over a year and half since the surgery, I don't see any reason we should expect him to return and play at his original level. I'm in favor of drafting a late-round WR but I don't see a WR in this draft that would be an upgrade over a HEALTHY Michael Gallup and/or Cooks. Just my take, I think this is the exact reason they made the trade for Cooks coz the odds of getting an upgrade from the draft weren't good.

As for Tolbert, he's just in his 2nd year. We know he's working hard and want a chance to contribute........

https://www.dallascowboys.com/news/progress-report-how-gallup-regains-his-stride

Needs Some Work: For Gallup, it came down to consistency. And once again, a lot of thought could and should be contributed to the injury. And while ACL injuries are always difficult for any player to return from, it's certainly more challenging to the receivers who rely on their knees to run, cut and jump on every play. Gallup's best game was just a five-catch for 63-yard game at Minnesota. He had 12 other games where he did not reach 50 yards receiving. The Cowboys are hopeful for a bigger impact for Gallup in 2023.


His Best Work: The stats have been better for Gallup earlier in his career. This year was more about getting fully back from injury. But he did have some big moments, including a two-touchdown catch game against the Colts in early December. Gallup also recorded his second career touchdown in the playoffs with a nifty toe-drag catch in the back of the end zone against the Bucs.

Contract Consideration: Despite the injury last offseason, Gallup still signed a five-year deal worth $57. This year, he is expected to count $13.8 million against the salary cap, which includes an $11 million guaranteed base salary.

What's Next: Gallup seems to be one of those players who thrives the most when the chips are down. And while he should be fully healthy again in 2023, everyone likely expects more than a 39-catch season with 424 yards and four touchdowns. This year, with a full offseason program and training camp, Gallup should round back into form as the No. 2 receiver opposite CeeDee Lamb. The Cowboys will probably add some depth at receiver in the draft and/or free agency, but considering the contract for Gallup, he should have every opportunity to get back as the No. 2 receiver for this offense.

 

[morasp]

We cannot just assume Gallup would improve nor Tolbert will improve enough to make an impact. As for Gibbs, what’s happens if Pollard goes down, I worry he won’t be able to hold up. No doubt he is an electric talent, but more of a bell cow who be better served

Spot on and people want to blame it all on Dak.

 

[morasp]

The Cooks addition was fine for the price. Fans overlook the fact that he is on the small side, is on the wrong side of 30, and has a concussion history. Another concussion and he could be out weeks or months.

I see him as a bridge player for a season or two so they can upgrade the talent at the position.

 

[Jfconrow]

You normally only end up with 1 or 2 starters in a draft, so which of those would you want? The exception might be a RB in middle rounds tends to work out.

So I would go OL/DL and a LB. Then get a RB in the 3rd.

 

[LACowboysFan1]

The Cooks addition was fine for the price. Fans overlook the fact that he is on the small side, is on the wrong side of 30, and has a concussion history. Another concussion and he could be out weeks or months.

And he's on his 5th team, if he's that good why was he released/quit 4 times?

He's a backup plan, imho, in case Gallup doesn't do better than last year, Don't really see Dallas thinking Tolbert is going to be near the level of Lamb, he's also a backup, or is considered the 3rd or 4th receiver at best.

Really think Dallas will draft WR in the first round, even if it's not just because Jerry loves flash...

 

[LACowboysFan1]

You normally only end up with 1 or 2 starters in a draft, so which of those would you want? The exception might be a RB in middle rounds tends to work out.

So I would go OL/DL and a LB. Then get a RB in the 3rd.

I'd go OL and DL, which order depends on who's there when Dallas picks. It's still true - it starts up front....

 

[morasp]

You normally only end up with 1 or 2 starters in a draft, so which of those would you want? The exception might be a RB in middle rounds tends to work out.

So I would go OL/DL and a LB. Then get a RB in the 3rd.

They definitely could use help in those areas.

 

[Cowboyny]

You lost me a bit here.........Gallup had ACL surgery In Feb 2022, missed all training camp and preseason but still returned mid-October and started 11 games. This was trying to return from an injury that generally takes 11-12 months. To be blunt, no way in hell he was ready and it showed big time.

This season with a full TC and over a year and half since the surgery, I don't see any reason we should expect him to return and play at his original level. I'm in favor of drafting a late-round WR but I don't see a WR in this draft that would be an upgrade over a HEALTHY Michael Gallup and/or Cooks. Just my take, I think this is the exact reason they made the trade for Cooks coz the odds of getting an upgrade from the draft weren't good.

As for Tolbert, he's just in his 2nd year. We know he's working hard and want a chance to contribute........

https://www.dallascowboys.com/news/progress-report-how-gallup-regains-his-stride

Needs Some Work: For Gallup, it came down to consistency. And once again, a lot of thought could and should be contributed to the injury. And while ACL injuries are always difficult for any player to return from, it's certainly more challenging to the receivers who rely on their knees to run, cut and jump on every play. Gallup's best game was just a five-catch for 63-yard game at Minnesota. He had 12 other games where he did not reach 50 yards receiving. The Cowboys are hopeful for a bigger impact for Gallup in 2023.


His Best Work: The stats have been better for Gallup earlier in his career. This year was more about getting fully back from injury. But he did have some big moments, including a two-touchdown catch game against the Colts in early December. Gallup also recorded his second career touchdown in the playoffs with a nifty toe-drag catch in the back of the end zone against the Bucs.

Contract Consideration: Despite the injury last offseason, Gallup still signed a five-year deal worth $57. This year, he is expected to count $13.8 million against the salary cap, which includes an $11 million guaranteed base salary.

What's Next: Gallup seems to be one of those players who thrives the most when the chips are down. And while he should be fully healthy again in 2023, everyone likely expects more than a 39-catch season with 424 yards and four touchdowns. This year, with a full offseason program and training camp, Gallup should round back into form as the No. 2 receiver opposite CeeDee Lamb. The Cowboys will probably add some depth at receiver in the draft and/or free agency, but considering the contract for Gallup, he should have every opportunity to get back as the No. 2 receiver for this offense.

Gallup was a shell of his former self, understandable he was coming off an late yr acl injury, but he was awful. If I'm correct, didn't have a single catch over 20 yards last season, his route running was awful and never seemed to go get the football. Blame what you want on Dak, but he certainly could of broken up several interceptions. He was only good at the scramble drills near the goaline. Noah Brown was the far better player. He will be given an excuse, but if he has a similar season, you can bet the team will be looking to move on.

As for Tolbert, he was given every chance to make an impact and he basically was a healthy scratch. The receiving core desperately needed a player to emerge, but he or anyone else never did. We can blame it on overloading him or him coming from a small program, but in my opinion, had a total bust of a rookie season. He must move show signs of improvement or he could become on the roster bubble. His draft status probably keeps him safe for another season but he must start to produce and be an active contributor.

Team just cannot rely on either player at this juncture, if Gallup's yr was more due to the injury, great, but they have to prepare for the worst. There is a reason why they are looking at so many receivers as they don't trust who they have!

 

[Cowboyny]

Parsons is a year away. His contract is ear marked. This board is funny. There was a thread trying to trade Parsons for two first round picks during the season. We have a Hall of Fame caliber player and our fake fans want to trade him. Runner up for defensive player of the year his first two seasons, First Team All Pro first two seasons and made our defense one of best in the league. Can’t ask for more then that with the number 1 pick in the draft. Two seasons this man has played.

Here the same with Diggs, we have been demanding for a ball hawking CB for years, but now people want to trade him cause he isn't a strong tackler.

 

[baltcowboy]

Here the same with Diggs, we have been demanding for a ball hawking CB for years, but now people want to trade him cause he isn't a strong tackler.

Wait until the 26th pick. We have not seen anything yet. I see Shan wants the Cowboys to draft Henson Hooker. What a clown.