Updated Offseason Moves

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1. Carl Nicks, Has ties to Bill Callahan and could solidify the left side of our offensive line for years to come.
2. Mike Adams, Somewhat old but knows the system and is a better cover safety than Elam. Started every game and thrived under Henderson during his time in Cleveland. Last year he had 64 total tackles, 6 defended passes, 3 picks, and a forced fumble.
3. Marcus Benard, Thrived in Rob Ryan’s system and could replace Kenyon Coleman. He is an instant upgrade over Coleman and would add more youth to the line. Under Rob Ryan Marcus racked up 11 sacks, 2 defended passes, and 42 total tackles.
4. Tracy Porter, Good young talent who is still getting better every year. Would be a huge upgrade to the position and could be brought in at a cheaper price than the other top talent that is out there.
5. Barrett Rudd, Could provide depth and contribute to the youth movement on the defensive side of the ball. He is a consistent contributor year in and year out and would be an excellent guy to have to help out Lee and Carter grow to be better players and leaders.
6. Aubrayo Franklin, A guy that you can sign to a 2 or 3 year contract and will allow Ratliff to switch to his true position of defensive end. He is an instant contributor and would bring a good force in the middle of the defensive line.

Cut

1. Terrence Newmann
2. Kenyon Coleman
3. Alan Ball
4. Martellus Bennett
5. Keith Brooking
6. Abram Elam
7. Kevin Ogletree
8. Derrick Dockery
9. Bradie James
10. Mat McBriar
11. Sammy Morris
12. Frank Walker

Re-Sign

1. Laurent Robinson
2. Anthony Spencer, only if the money is right
3. Montrae Holland, can provide exceptional depth at a position of need
4. Tony Fiammetta

Draft

1. David Decastro, G, Stanford. DeCastro can fit any blocking scheme. He has the mobility to be a zone blocker and the power to execute in a power-man blocking scheme.


2. Jayron Hosley, CB, Virginia Tech. Hosley led college football in interceptions in 2010 with nine picks. He had three interceptions against North Carolina State and two interceptions against North Carolina. Hosley also is a dangerous punt returner with a touchdown return as a freshman and as a sophomore. Virginia Tech has been a factory for defensive backs in the NFL. Hosley is fast with excellent instincts and hands. If he can develop his body more, he could be a top-notch NFL corner.


3. Kendall Reyes, DT, Connecticut. Reyes played well in 2011, recording 46 tackles with 13.5 tackles for a loss and 4.5 sack. He has some developmental skills. If Reyes gets good coaching at the NFL level, he could turn into a good value pick. Reyes has some nice speed and can get some pressure in the pocket. The redshirt senior is a bit of a tweener between end and tackle, therefore he could fit as a 3-4 defensive end.

4. Jerry Franklin, ILB, Arkansas. Jerry Franklin has played at outside linebacker and middle linebacker. He broke out with 13 tackles for a loss and 6.5 sacks last season, and was an All-SEC second-team selection. That came after a quality season as a sophomore, when he led the team with 94 tackles. He also had three interceptions, with five tackles for a loss and 1.5 sacks. As a freshman in 2008, Franklin was the starting middle linebacker and led the team in tackles with 87 stops. Franklin could be moved into a variety of roles in the NFL.

5. Phillip Blake, C, Baylor. Throughout 2011, Blake was an excellent pass protector for Robert Griffin III, and opened up holes in the ground game for running back Terrance Ganaway. Blake is a good athlete for his size. He has the strength to push tackles aside and surprising quickness to hit blocks on linebackers. For the past two years, Blake has been the starter at center, having begun his collegiate career at tackle. To close out 2011, he had a lot of success going against Washington Huskies defensive tackle Alameda Ta'amu in the Alamo Bowl. The Baylor Bears were able to have a massive game on the ground to the tune of 482 yards. In the NFL, Blake would probably fit best in a power man blocking scheme.

6. Asa Jackson, CB, Cal-Poly. An intriguing small-school corner with some natural fluidity, foot quickness and ball skills. Plays bigger than his frame would suggest because of length and at worst looks like a potential slot defender at the next level.

6. Tyler Urban, TE, West Virginia.

7. Chandler Harnish, QB, Northern Illinois. Harnish has completed 63 percent of his passes for 2,942 yards with 26 touchdowns and five interceptions. He also has run for 1,488 yards and 11 touchdowns. Harnish has been consistent this season except for not having a productive game against Wisconsin.

Line-Up

QB- Romo, Mcgee, Harnish
RB- Murray, Jones, Tanner, Fiammetta
WR- Austin, Bryant, Robinson
TE- Witten, Phillips, Provo
OL- Smith, Nicks, Costa, Decastro, Free

DL- Ratliff/Benard, Franklin, Spears/Reyes
OLB- Ware, Spencer
ILB- Lee, Carter
CB- Jenkins, Porter, Hosley, Scandrick
S- Sensabaugh, Adams
K/P- Bailey, Jones
 
You still have Costa starting at Center? After the season he had? He should be unemployed next season. Not starting.
 
Good mock and good free agent moves . The only pick that I would question would be Franklin with the 4th round pick .
 
3. Marcus Benard, Thrived in Rob Ryan’s system and could replace Kenyon Coleman. He is an instant upgrade over Coleman and would add more youth to the line. Under Rob Ryan Marcus racked up 11 sacks, 2 defended passes, and 42 total tackles.

This guy is an outside line backer,no the dlinemen, the other Benard is the one from the giants, Benard can rush the passer, that night the Browns beat the steelers had 3 sacks on Rothlisberger
 
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cowboyschmps3;4388576 said:
3. Marcus Benard, Thrived in Rob Ryan’s system and could replace Kenyon Coleman. He is an instant upgrade over Coleman and would add more youth to the line. Under Rob Ryan Marcus racked up 11 sacks, 2 defended passes, and 42 total tackles.



This guy is an outside line backer,no the dlinemen, the other Benard is the one from the giants, Benard can rush the passer, that night the Browns beat the steelers had 3 sacks on Rothlisberger. In Rob Ryans Defense, this year was injured cause of a motorcycle accident but was going to be a defensive end in a 4-3, he's 6'4" 270

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marcus_Benard
 
Yeah I like Bernard as a cheaper alternative to Spencer. If Cowboys add a starting type cb in FA, I don't think they should spend a high pick on another corner...but rather a pressure player.
 

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