In their latest mock, Draft Wire addresses some huge needs for the Cowboys based upon what they lost due to free agency.
The Cowboys lost their sack leader Robert Quinn to the Chicago Bears in free agency, leaving a major hole opposite DeMarcus Lawrence. LSU’s K’Lavon Chiasson, regarded as the second-best edge rusher in the draft, has had a virtual meeting with the Cowboys recently, and according to this mock draft, he’ll be in Dallas midway through the first round.
17. Dallas Cowboys| K’Lavon Chaisson| Edge | LSU
The secondary needs help, but the value isn’t there at corner or safety compared to other positions of need. Dallas fortified the interior of their defensive line with veterans in free agency, but they still need an edge rusher to pair with DeMarcus Lawrence. Chaisson has the physical tools and upside to become a dominant player.
Chaisson would instantly bolster the Cowboys defensive front who ranked 19th in sacks last season. The Cowboys are looking to use multiple fronts and have a SAM/DPR (Designated Pass Rusher) position which seems ideal for a player like Chaisson.
51. Dallas Cowboys| Antoine Winfield, Jr | S | Minnesota
Since the days of Darren Woodson and Roy Williams, the Cowboys have been trying to find their next stud at safety. Antoine Winfield, Jr makes for a nice complement opposite free safety Xavier Woods and add more young depth at the position with 2019 sixth-round pick Donovan Wilson.
82. Dallas Cowboys | Hunter Bryant | TE | Washington
Long-time veteran Jason Witten is now with the Las Vegas Raiders which means the evolution of Blake Jarwin is set to take place. However, adding another dynamic tight end like Hunter Bryant, who was first-team All-PAC 12 in 2019, would give Dak Prescott yet another shiny toy to play with.
123. Dallas Cowboys | John Hightower | WR | Boise State
The loss of Randall Cobb has left a hole at slot receiver. John Hightower of Boise State, who’s amassed over 1,400 yards and 14 touchdowns over the last two seasons, would fit right in at the slot receiver position as the third option behind Amari Cooper and Michael Gallup.
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