Scouting Report: Former 1st-Round Pick, Cooper's Athleticism Is Intriguing

[Stash]

He does sound like a possible great pick up. Many wanted him in that draft.

All 'reward' and no 'risk' if you ask me. I can see no downside to this move. They've got several weeks to work with him up close and personally, and then they can decide whether or not to offer him a contract based on what they see.

 

[Stash]

I generally agree with the article. I thought his power was better than what they describe but I only reviewed the Bengals and Chargers game so I didn't see him against the big DT Dareus.

Yes, he is not as agile as he was in college but he looks a lot heavier. He was the quickest interior college player that I can remember watching so even losing some of that he still has good movement skills.

If they were to sign him for next season I think with a full training camp with the Cowboys he could be as good as Ron Leary. He's not as powerful but he does have quicker feet.

I think they sacrifice mobility for power with Leary. Better in a phone booth, but not as able to get to that second level blocking or out on screens. Pluses and minuses.

 

[NorthTexan95]

Collins will be a restricted Free Agent after next season since he will only have 3 accrued seasons. So unless he plays poorly I highly doubt they do not tender him with a first round tender for 2018 since it would be for less than $3 million. He more than likely has at least 2 years left in Dallas.

Collins will be a restricted Free Agent after next season since he will only have 3 accrued seasons. So unless he plays poorly I highly doubt they do not tender him with a first round tender for 2018 since it would be for less than $3 million. He more than likely has at least 2 years left in Dallas.

Good point. I didn't realize it was only $3 million.