Confidence can be a killer for a young NFL prospect. Too much of it? Poor decisions, poor preparation and reckless behavior. Too little of it? Second guessing, diminished reaction time and erratic play. Both extremes of the spectrum can result in poor performance.
The Cowboys have two former top-100 draft picks who appear to be severely lacking in the confidence department. The once highly-regarded prospects have been underwhelming as professionals and now find themselves fighting to live up to expectations and fighting for their jobs.
If they can get right mentally, their physical ability will likely allow them to fulfill their potential. If they can’t get over their mental barriers, they may never live up to their draft status or worse, not make the 53-man roster cut just over a month away.