What is one thing Dallas Cowboys fans have been begging for, for what seems like forever? Investing resources in a single-high safety, that’s what. The Cowboys took a flier on free agent Malik Hooker last year, and brought him back on a two-year deal this March. While he played well in his limited time; he has been plagued with injuries throughout his career and hasn’t yet returned to the promise of his time at Ohio State. A high-pedigree draft pick at the position still makes sense.
Illinois isn’t known as a football powerhouse but has produced some quality talent in the NFL. Safety Kerby Joseph may be the most talented to pass through Champaign in a long while. A rangy safety, Joseph is best utilized as a single-high who showcases impressive ball skills and good change-of-direction ability.