Who is the best WR complement to CeeDee?

[Cowboyny]

I am zeroing in on the 1st rd receivers in Burden, Egbuka, Golden, assuming T-Mac is long gone. Who complements Lamb the best?

-Burden-a poor man's Lamb but not as explosive. Excellent yac receiver, but is very raw route runner. He is a type of receiver you find ways to get him the football. I have heard comparisons to Brandon Ayuik. #1 receiver upside

-Egbuka-unlike Burden, excellent route runner, highly experienced, but lacks high end explosiveness. Many see him similar to St. Brown from the Lions. Move the sticks type of receiver. Has been playing that Robin role throughout his college career. More of a steady #2 type that has a high floor.

-Golden-similar to Egbuka as a route runner, but is more explosive down the field. However, his slight frame causes struggles against press coverage. A bigger, less talented version of DeVonta Smith. Can he play on the outside?

 

[Gambit]

Depending on how they want to design the passing attack, a couple of guys to keep an eye on Savion Williams, though him not going to Senior Bowl cost him I think (this could just be a me thing, I would prefer dudes compete and not go into some lab to train)
Also Jack Bech, guy has the best catch radius of anyone coming out this year, he just catches the ball.

A lot of guys are going to love Tez Johnson, and they should, a lot to like there, a taller Tank Dell without the injuries. I don't think it has to be an X type of dude, but someone who put up some YAC, get separation (like Tez) and just cause Defenses to have to worry about them.

Of course, just having a solid running game with play action that holds people up just a tad would be a huge robin to CD's batman.

Higgins helped himself with a strong showing at Senior Bowl too. Quite a few options

 

[Cowboyny]

Depending on how they want to design the passing attack, a couple of guys to keep an eye on Savion Williams, though him not going to Senior Bowl cost him I think (this could just be a me thing, I would prefer dudes compete and not go into some lab to train)
Also Jack Bech, guy has the best catch radius of anyone coming out this year, he just catches the ball.

A lot of guys are going to love Tez Johnson, and they should, a lot to like there, a taller Tank Dell without the injuries. I don't think it has to be an X type of dude, but someone who put up some YAC, get separation (like Tez) and just cause Defenses to have to worry about them.

Of course, just having a solid running game with play action that holds people up just a tad would be a huge robin to CD's batman.

Higgins helped himself with a strong showing at Senior Bowl too. Quite a few options

I don't think any of those day 2 receivers make an big impact in 2025. Don't want another Turpin sized receiver like Tez Johnson as they didn't use Turpin until year 3.

 

[big dog cowboy]

Don't want another Turpin sized receiver like Tez Johnson as they didn't use Turpin until year 3.

The reason why McCarthy didn't use Turpin until his 3rd year had nothing to do with his size.

 

[thunderpimp91]

Love the question, and I'm not sure there is a wrong answer here. The best WR for the Cowboys may depend on how serious Shotty is about making changes to the offense.

Based on how we ran things the last few years I think Golden is an ideal #2. Good at everything, doesnt seem great at anything type who has enough speed to stretch things vertically, also works great at the top of routes to create space, and might be a little underrated with his ability to go up and get the ball. Probably a limited ceiling, but assuming health is probably a plug and play high floor #2 starter who struggles at times against bigger DBs. His style of play may fit Daks strengths as a passer as well.

If they are serious about tighter formations and bringing in the WRs more Egbuka may be a great option as you can play both him and Lamb more inside to allow them access to those outbreaking routes and you dont have to worry as much about him being more of a slot guy.

Burden just seems like the ultimate toss up. If he can develop his game with pro coaching he may end up the best WR of the entire class. I also dont think anyone would be shocked if he ended up with the bust label and is moved by the team that drafts him before his rookie deal is up. Hes the type of player I would be fine with in a trade down where you can hedge your bets a little bit, but I would struggle to take him at 12 because the bust factor seems to be real here.

 

[Gambit]

I don't think any of those day 2 receivers make an big impact in 2025. Don't want another Turpin sized receiver like Tez Johnson as they didn't use Turpin until year 3.

Well, Turpin can't run routes, Tez can, so there is that. And I disagree, with us losing Cooks, surely a round 2 WR can help next year and beyond.

 

[Gambit]

The reason why McCarthy didn't use Turpin until his 3rd year had nothing to do with his size.

Right, it has to do with he is a poor route runner.

 

[Mr_437]

Burden and Ebuka work the same part of the field CeeDee does, so question is can they they play and win on the outside on a regular basis? I think these guys are overvalued in relation to the Cowboys. Golden is solid, but I don't see WR1 with him or the other two, and that's what you want from a 1st round WR.

I prefer the bigger round 2 WRs for Dallas needs like Ayomanor, Bech and Savion W..

 

[Dalmations202]

JMO, do not use draft assets on another WR, you already have your #1 in CD.
Stephon Diggs would be the best to compliment CD, in my opinion. You have Tolbert, Mingo, Brooks to develop and handle the 3-5 roles.

 

[cnuball21]

I am zeroing in on the 1st rd receivers in Burden, Egbuka, Golden, assuming T-Mac is long gone. Who complements Lamb the best?

-Burden-a poor man's Lamb but not as explosive. Excellent yac receiver, but is very raw route runner. He is a type of receiver you find ways to get him the football. I have heard comparisons to Brandon Ayuik. #1 receiver upside

-Egbuka-unlike Burden, excellent route runner, highly experienced, but lacks high end explosiveness. Many see him similar to St. Brown from the Lions. Move the sticks type of receiver. Has been playing that Robin role throughout his college career. More of a steady #2 type that has a high floor.

-Golden-similar to Egbuka as a route runner, but is more explosive down the field. However, his slight frame causes struggles against press coverage. A bigger, less talented version of DeVonta Smith. Can he play on the outside?

I’d be shocked if Burden isn’t a better athlete than Lamb. Lance Z’s comp was Garrett Wilson - not the same route runner coming out but the acceleration, burst, lateral agility etc matches well.

Egbuka is high floor but he doesn’t win down the field much.

Golden wins on all 3 levels and is a plus athlete but a bit of a 1 year wonder.

All 3 are way better than anything on the roster and would be a massive upgrade over Tolbert. As of now, I’m good with Burden at 12 and the others in a trade down.

 

[Cowboyny]

Love the question, and I'm not sure there is a wrong answer here. The best WR for the Cowboys may depend on how serious Shotty is about making changes to the offense.

Based on how we ran things the last few years I think Golden is an ideal #2. Good at everything, doesnt seem great at anything type who has enough speed to stretch things vertically, also works great at the top of routes to create space, and might be a little underrated with his ability to go up and get the ball. Probably a limited ceiling, but assuming health is probably a plug and play high floor #2 starter who struggles at times against bigger DBs. His style of play may fit Daks strengths as a passer as well.

If they are serious about tighter formations and bringing in the WRs more Egbuka may be a great option as you can play both him and Lamb more inside to allow them access to those outbreaking routes and you dont have to worry as much about him being more of a slot guy.

Burden just seems like the ultimate toss up. If he can develop his game with pro coaching he may end up the best WR of the entire class. I also dont think anyone would be shocked if he ended up with the bust label and is moved by the team that drafts him before his rookie deal is up. Hes the type of player I would be fine with in a trade down where you can hedge your bets a little bit, but I would struggle to take him at 12 because the bust factor seems to be real here.

Burden is a boom or bust prospect, but his upside is a #1 receiver, where I cannot say that about the other two.

 

[Cowboyny]

Well, Turpin can't run routes, Tez can, so there is that. And I disagree, with us losing Cooks, surely a round 2 WR can help next year and beyond.

The small outside receivers haven't worked well with Dak in the past. Cooks was a major disappointment here.

 

[TheDank]

I don't want any of the receivers in this draft in round 1 if Tet doesn't fall to us, but out of that group it's Egbuka for me.

A consistently good route runner with good hands to move the sticks and keep the offense churning. Give Dak some easy throws and take advantage of the space provided by CD's gravity.

Burden I feel like requires manufacturing touches/routes/opportunities which we won't be able to do well for both him and CD.

Golden I need to go back and seriously evaluate, I thought he would return but he doesn't feel polished from my watch of him in some broadcast games.

I would honestly rather sign a vet right now. Give me Diggs on a two year incentive laden contract.

 

[rambo2]

I am zeroing in on the 1st rd receivers in Burden, Egbuka, Golden, assuming T-Mac is long gone. Who complements Lamb the best?

-Burden-a poor man's Lamb but not as explosive. Excellent yac receiver, but is very raw route runner. He is a type of receiver you find ways to get him the football. I have heard comparisons to Brandon Ayuik. #1 receiver upside

-Egbuka-unlike Burden, excellent route runner, highly experienced, but lacks high end explosiveness. Many see him similar to St. Brown from the Lions. Move the sticks type of receiver. Has been playing that Robin role throughout his college career. More of a steady #2 type that has a high floor.

-Golden-similar to Egbuka as a route runner, but is more explosive down the field. However, his slight frame causes struggles against press coverage. A bigger, less talented version of DeVonta Smith. Can he play on the outside?

Jack Bech

 

[Cowboyny]

Burden and Ebuka work the same part of the field CeeDee does, so question is can they they play and win on the outside on a regular basis? I think these guys are overvalued in relation to the Cowboys. Golden is solid, but I don't see WR1 with him or the other two, and that's what you want from a 1st round WR.

I prefer the bigger round 2 WRs for Dallas needs like Ayomanor, Bech and Savion W..

That's a good point, but I envision Tolbert being that future Gallup down the field threat. That is one area in which he has performed well.

 

[Cowboyny]

JMO, do not use draft assets on another WR, you already have your #1 in CD.
Stephon Diggs would be the best to compliment CD, in my opinion. You have Tolbert, Mingo, Brooks to develop and handle the 3-5 roles.

You know how the Cowboys don't spend in fa, they may want to get younger and cheaper on a controlled contract.

 

[Cowboyny]

I’d be shocked if Burden isn’t a better athlete than Lamb. Lance Z’s comp was Garrett Wilson - not the same route runner coming out but the acceleration, burst, lateral agility etc matches well.

Egbuka is high floor but he doesn’t win down the field much.

Golden wins on all 3 levels and is a plus athlete but a bit of a 1 year wonder.

All 3 are way better than anything on the roster and would be a massive upgrade over Tolbert. As of now, I’m good with Burden at 12 and the others in a trade down.

I kind of like Egbuka the most: has experience being the #2 receiver, can play both inside/outside, knows how to find those open holes in the zone, has been apart of strong rushing attacks.

Now, I am not using the 12th overall pick on a future #2 WR. If I can get another 3rd in a trade back, sign me up, but not at 12.

 

[Cowboyny]

Jack Bech

He is my favorite day 2 receiver.

 

[Cowboyny]

I don't want any of the receivers in this draft in round 1 if Tet doesn't fall to us, but out of that group it's Egbuka for me.

A consistently good route runner with good hands to move the sticks and keep the offense churning. Give Dak some easy throws and take advantage of the space provided by CD's gravity.

Burden I feel like requires manufacturing touches/routes/opportunities which we won't be able to do well for both him and CD.

Golden I need to go back and seriously evaluate, I thought he would return but he doesn't feel polished from my watch of him in some broadcast games.

I would honestly rather sign a vet right now. Give me Diggs on a two year incentive laden contract.

I all for Diggs or Cooper on a short-term deal, but this is the scenario if they decide to address it inside the draft.

 

[thunderpimp91]

Burden is a boom or bust prospect, but his upside is a #1 receiver, where I cannot say that about the other two.

You wont get much of an argument from me on that, just depends on your philosophy when it comes to early picks. Is a safer high floor/low ceiling WR that gives you 10 years of #2 type production worth it? Or is it best to gamble on the high ceiling guy? I'm torn on that as im sure many are. I'd love to get the high ceiling guy as we dont pick top 12 every year, but I go back to the Philly 2021 situation as well. They have to be pretty happy with Devonta Smith, but passing on Parsons also has to be in the back of their minds at all times as well.