Cowboys News: Vander option declined, worst NFC East draft haul, new depth charts

It’s put up or shut up time for Leighton Vander Esch as his fifth-year option was declined. Various outlets grade the Cowboys draft picks.

The Dallas Cowboys drafted linebackers Micah Parsons and Jabril Cox this past week, which some thought spelled doom for the future of Leighton Vander Esch. That very well could be true as his fifth-year option was declined on Monday, making 2021 a contract year for him. The Dallas Morning News compiled a list of various outlets like ESPN, Bleacher Report, and CBS and showcased their draft grades for the NFC East, and the Cowboys, despite positive reviews, were ranked last.

Israel Mukuamu was overly emotional after the Cowboys drafted him. Once he gathered himself 24 hours later, he discussed his game and a variety of other topics in an exclusive sit-down with Blogging The Boys. DallasCowboys.com weighed in on their favorite picks of the draft, as well as the best-valued selections. What Micah Parsons brings to the Cowboys defense, grading the 2018 draft class, and more are covered in Monday’s news and notes.