It is hard to knock the talent the Dallas Cowboys front office accumulated for the 2023 season, but the draft class was certainly a letdown. Dallas went into the playoffs as the second seed, and their roster was loaded with talent despite a couple of significant injuries. They had a league-high nine All-Pro players and 10 Pro Bowl players.
None of those players, or even the two tiers below them of key players and solid contributors, were from the draft class. For a team that relies on the amateur haul, another draft like that could set the franchise back a long way. Dallas’ pick at 24 needs to play a significant role in the 2024 season for Dallas.
The Cowboys could find that by selecting a wide receiver or offensive lineman with this pick. The defense needs young playmakers, but at this particular time, the fit is more on the offensive end. The wide receiver and offensive line positions are loaded enough that a high-level prospect could fall into their lap at 24.