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A little more on this, pretty darn cool IMO- https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id...uce-vaughn-son-team-scout-6th-round-nfl-draft
Cowboysfan8
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$200,000 guaranteed for UDFA?
247sports.com
Former Kansas OT Earl Bostick reportedly set to sign UDFA deal with the Dallas Cowboys
The KU left tackle is headed to Dallas.
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styleride85
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Not sure he makes the roster, we'll see.
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The Dallas Cowboys selected DT Mazi Smith in the first round of the 2023 NFL Draft but they were close to losing out on him.
There's a brand new defender in the building and you're unlikely to miss him as the 325-pound defensive tackle Mazi Smith is officially a member of the Dallas Cowboys .
The prospect out of Michigan has Dan Quinn smiling like crazy in just about every clip you find of the defensive coordinator on social media and it's easy to understand why.
The Cowboys defense has its new nose tackle. Smith's presence on the defensive line will go a long way in improving the team's run defense as the freakish athlete is a force to be reckoned with. But the team is also excited about what the rookie can do as a pass rusher as he can even free up opportunities for Micah Parsons and DeMarcus Lawrence on the edges.
There's also one more reason why Quinn, Will McClay, and Mike McCarthy still seem ecstatic about the pick: They almost missed out on him. To be more specific, they almost traded away the selection only to see their guy, Mazi, drafted by another NFL team.
That's right. According to Patrik Walker, who covers the Cowboys for the team's official website, the team fielded a call from the Kansas City Chiefs as they mulled the possibility of trading back a few spots.
It could've happened, too. But it was then that the Chiefs inadvertently trumped the deal by letting out a piece of critical information: They wanted the 26th pick to draft Mazi Smith, too.
Oh, the NFL Draft. It's chaotic even when we don't find out about it until later.
This particular Draft Day nugget proves two things: The Cowboys were right to stay put at 26th and they weren't the only NFL team high on him. All that matters now though, as Jerry Jones hilariously pointed out in the team's press conference Thursday night is that they got him.
Smith will wear #58 for the Cowboys and he's the first defensive tackle selected in the first round by the franchise since 1991 when the team took Russell Maryland.
Cowboys dodged draft night bullet after Chiefs spilled the beans
By Mauricio RodriguezA to Z Sports
The Dallas Cowboys selected DT Mazi Smith in the first round of the 2023 NFL Draft but they were close to losing out on him.
There's a brand new defender in the building and you're unlikely to miss him as the 325-pound defensive tackle Mazi Smith is officially a member of the Dallas Cowboys .
The prospect out of Michigan has Dan Quinn smiling like crazy in just about every clip you find of the defensive coordinator on social media and it's easy to understand why.
The Cowboys defense has its new nose tackle. Smith's presence on the defensive line will go a long way in improving the team's run defense as the freakish athlete is a force to be reckoned with. But the team is also excited about what the rookie can do as a pass rusher as he can even free up opportunities for Micah Parsons and DeMarcus Lawrence on the edges.
There's also one more reason why Quinn, Will McClay, and Mike McCarthy still seem ecstatic about the pick: They almost missed out on him. To be more specific, they almost traded away the selection only to see their guy, Mazi, drafted by another NFL team.
That's right. According to Patrik Walker, who covers the Cowboys for the team's official website, the team fielded a call from the Kansas City Chiefs as they mulled the possibility of trading back a few spots.
It could've happened, too. But it was then that the Chiefs inadvertently trumped the deal by letting out a piece of critical information: They wanted the 26th pick to draft Mazi Smith, too.
Oh, the NFL Draft. It's chaotic even when we don't find out about it until later.
This particular Draft Day nugget proves two things: The Cowboys were right to stay put at 26th and they weren't the only NFL team high on him. All that matters now though, as Jerry Jones hilariously pointed out in the team's press conference Thursday night is that they got him.
Smith will wear #58 for the Cowboys and he's the first defensive tackle selected in the first round by the franchise since 1991 when the team took Russell Maryland.
BobbyLayne
Footballguy
yeah that was the best moment of the draft, pretty awesome stuff
Cowboysfan8
Footballguy
For those that think Jerry is still making these picks
McClay
McClay
STEADYMOBBIN 22
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Worst pick of the draft. I hope they see some upside but the more I watch I don’t see a guy who is better than the two guys we already have.
STEADYMOBBIN 22
Footballguy
That’s the worst part; using a second on yet another project.
NAME YEAR ROUND 2
Sam Williams 2022
Kelvin Joseph 2021
Trevon Diggs 2020
Trysten Hill 2019
Connor Williams 2018
Chidobe Awuzie 2017
Jaylon Smith 2016
Randy Gregory 2015
Demarcus Lawrence 2014
Gavin Escobar 2013
Bruce Carter 2011
Sean Lee 2010
Martellus Bennett 2008
Anthony Fasano 2006
Kevin Burnett 2005
Julius Jones 2004
Jacob Rogers 2004
Al Johnson 2003
Andre Gurode 2002
Antonio Bryant 2002
Quincy Carter 2001
Tony Dixon 2001
Dwayne Goodrich 2000
Solomon Page 1999
Flozell Adams 1998
STEADYMOBBIN 22
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Im really excited for this kid. Obviously him wearing "22" plays a factor, but he looks like a pocket Emmitt as a runner. I like his vision. Doesn't have top end speed but gets to top speed fast.
Mr. Landry
Footballguy
Never heard of the kid, but was very impressed with the tape I saw.
Heard on the radio today that he's going to switch to #42 out of respect for Emmitt.
Heard on the radio today that he's going to switch to #42 out of respect for Emmitt.
STEADYMOBBIN 22
Footballguy
Im not sure he ever had the option. I get that we don’t retire numbers and even hand out 88 and 94 but imo, 22 should be retired.
We never should have let him out of Dallas and we would have been a much better team with him over Troy freaking Hambrick.
Bankerguy
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Spent some time watching break downs of Mazi Smith to supplement some of my original takes.
Highly recommend a YouTube vid - called Mazi Smith More than a Run Stopper. It’s done by an Eagles fan, who was surprisingly articulate.
I still REALLY like the pick.
Need to spend some time on the TE and LB now.
Highly recommend a YouTube vid - called Mazi Smith More than a Run Stopper. It’s done by an Eagles fan, who was surprisingly articulate.
I still REALLY like the pick.
Need to spend some time on the TE and LB now.
Terpman22
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I like him a lot. He was on my Eagles radar for sure, but, I felt him lining up next to Jordan Davis would have been a bit redundant b/c I just kept looking at the 1/2 sack career total in 30 games in college, while playing in the Big Ten. I think he *can* develop into a pass rusher a bit, but felt it would take him some time to get technique down etc. I couldn't hate too much on the Cowboys drafting him, although I'm not sure he was that high on their board (felt they were spurned by the Bills taking Kincaid in front of them) and felt the pick was more a "need now" move vs BPA. With that said, he's definitely going to help improve the run game and clog up the middle to free up Micah more.
WIth that said, how do you guys feel about Micah moving to DE full time?
STEADYMOBBIN 22
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Love the Mazi pick and where we got him.
Some of my early takes after watching some film….
I’m still sour on the TE. He can block and might be a better receiver than he showed in college due to scheme.
The LB, Overshown looks pretty raw to me. Converted safety that is a willing tackler. Might be a hybrid LB/DB(slot). Similar to who I think is our best tackler,
Viliami Fehoko - Plays with a high motor and reckless abandon, sometimes to the detriment of himself. If we can get him to play under control he could be nasty.
5th round pick Asim Richards might be a gem, especially at guard. BIIIIIIIG fan of drafting LTs exclusively and moving them all over the line. (Yes, I know tackles make more than guards so players won’t like it but tough)
I like the UDFA FB we got too.
The WR from SC shows the ability to make tougher catches in traffic. 6-2 and rangy.
If the TE works out I can see this being one of our better drafts as a whole and that’s really saying something. I think we took less risks and got solid players.
The more I watch more I like this draft. God bless Will Mcclay.
STEADYMOBBIN 22
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I don’t want Mazi to be a pass rusher. I want him to take on two blockers and mush the middle. ( We do have to stop your 1950s offense after all).
We didn’t want Kincaid. We liked Sam Laporte out of Iowa. We were NEVER drafting Kincaid. The Chiefs tried to trade with us to take Mazi.
Micah- I haven’t heard anything about that from the coaches. Ive just heard he wants to bulk up.
Amused to Death
Footballguy
I love that the Cowboys are drafting to stop the Eagles and their 2nd highest scoring offense. I don't care what decade its from.
Terpman22
Footballguy
Here ya go!
Report: Cowboys' Micah Parsons to bulk up, move to DE full-time
From @ToddBrock24f7: The LB has played on the edge plenty in his first two seasons; he’s currently adding weight and muscle and plans to join the team for OTAs.
cowboyswire.usatoday.com
STEADYMOBBIN 22
Footballguy
Awesome contribution!
Terpman22
Footballguy
Amused to Death
Footballguy
If you had left out the 1950s crap I wouldn't have replied at all.
STEADYMOBBIN 22
Footballguy
The hens are clucking again.
Unlike your thread, we won’t hit the report button here. Because we’re not snitches or hyper insecure about our sports team.
We welcome all Cowboys fans!
Cowboysfan8
Footballguy
What’s this now?
Cowboysfan8
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Bankerguy
Footballguy
TE pick.
Ok - I needed to spend some time thinking about the pick, the board, why I didn’t like it, how will he be used, our new Offensive philosophy. Lots to unpack.
Cowboys want to run the ball. They want to run more Power. Power sets have lot’s of TE/FB’s sealing blocks - with athletic OG’s (more on this later) out front blocking. Getting bigs on Littles. Our OC has talked about this extensively in his past.
His tape shows exactly what he is. A fantastic blocker with good size, ok hands and route running along with limited YAC ability. He’s here to help our OT’s and OG’s get to the second level without using combo blocks. This is exactly what he did in Michigan. He also was used as a FB.
The Cowboys in my opinion, didn’t take the Florida guard because he doesn’t fit this mold. He’s an ugly, old school road grader (north/south kinda guy). This is not want they want.
We play a **** ton of 2 TE sets. This pick was an upgrade on Hendershot.
I also forgot we signed Edoga.
I’m still not sure if I love the pick and value, but after a long day of researching this - I at least understand the pick.
Ok - I needed to spend some time thinking about the pick, the board, why I didn’t like it, how will he be used, our new Offensive philosophy. Lots to unpack.
Cowboys want to run the ball. They want to run more Power. Power sets have lot’s of TE/FB’s sealing blocks - with athletic OG’s (more on this later) out front blocking. Getting bigs on Littles. Our OC has talked about this extensively in his past.
His tape shows exactly what he is. A fantastic blocker with good size, ok hands and route running along with limited YAC ability. He’s here to help our OT’s and OG’s get to the second level without using combo blocks. This is exactly what he did in Michigan. He also was used as a FB.
The Cowboys in my opinion, didn’t take the Florida guard because he doesn’t fit this mold. He’s an ugly, old school road grader (north/south kinda guy). This is not want they want.
We play a **** ton of 2 TE sets. This pick was an upgrade on Hendershot.
I also forgot we signed Edoga.
I’m still not sure if I love the pick and value, but after a long day of researching this - I at least understand the pick.
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STEADYMOBBIN 22
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Everything I read suggests that they REALLY liked the Iowa TE who was only a good receiver and not a good blocker so while I agree with your point, I’m not sure they had the same thoughts.
Additionally, Maaaaaan, I wish we only drafted road grading, mauling guards. He sounds amazing!
Bankerguy
Footballguy
Last year, 48-49%.
Hastur
Footballguy
That was Moore, not McCarthy. Did McCarthy call the plays in Green Bay?
Mr. Landry
Footballguy
Bankerguy
Footballguy
Brian Schottenheiner the new OC is also big on 12 personnel.
Whatever the exact %:
It’s going to be a lot.
It will be among league leaders.
STEADYMOBBIN 22
Footballguy
While appreciate hearing this, I would appreciate it more if they kept it to themselves.
Cowboysfan8
Footballguy
Week 1: at New York Giants (Sun. 9/10, 7:20 p.m.)
Week 2: New York Jets (Sun. 9/17, 3:25 p.m.)
Week 3: at Arizona Cardinals (Sun. 9/24, 3:25 p.m.)
Week 4: New England Patriots (Sun. 10/1, 3:25 p.m.)
Week 5: at San Francisco 49ers (Sun. 10/8, 7:20 p.m.)
Week 6: at Los Angeles Chargers (Mon. 10/16, 7:15 p.m.)
Week 7: BYE
Week 8: Los Angeles Rams (Sun. 10/29, 12:00 p.m.)
Week 9: at Philadelphia Eagles (Sun. 11/5, 3:25 p.m.)
Week 10: New York Giants (Sun. 11/12, 3:25 p.m.)
Week 11: at Carolina Panthers (Sun. 11/19, 12:00 p.m.)
Week 12: Washington Commanders (Thurs. 11/23, 3:30 p.m.)
Week 13: Seattle Seahawks (Thurs. 11/30, 7:15 p.m.)
Week 14: Philadelphia Eagles (Sun. 12/10, 7:20 p.m.)
Week 15: at Buffalo Bills (Sun. 12/17, 3:25 p.m.)
Week 16: at Miami Dolphins (Sun. 12/24, 3:25 p.m.)
Week 17: Detroit Lions (Sat. 12/30, 7:15 p.m.)
Week 18: at Washington Commanders (TBD)
Week 2: New York Jets (Sun. 9/17, 3:25 p.m.)
Week 3: at Arizona Cardinals (Sun. 9/24, 3:25 p.m.)
Week 4: New England Patriots (Sun. 10/1, 3:25 p.m.)
Week 5: at San Francisco 49ers (Sun. 10/8, 7:20 p.m.)
Week 6: at Los Angeles Chargers (Mon. 10/16, 7:15 p.m.)
Week 7: BYE
Week 8: Los Angeles Rams (Sun. 10/29, 12:00 p.m.)
Week 9: at Philadelphia Eagles (Sun. 11/5, 3:25 p.m.)
Week 10: New York Giants (Sun. 11/12, 3:25 p.m.)
Week 11: at Carolina Panthers (Sun. 11/19, 12:00 p.m.)
Week 12: Washington Commanders (Thurs. 11/23, 3:30 p.m.)
Week 13: Seattle Seahawks (Thurs. 11/30, 7:15 p.m.)
Week 14: Philadelphia Eagles (Sun. 12/10, 7:20 p.m.)
Week 15: at Buffalo Bills (Sun. 12/17, 3:25 p.m.)
Week 16: at Miami Dolphins (Sun. 12/24, 3:25 p.m.)
Week 17: Detroit Lions (Sat. 12/30, 7:15 p.m.)
Week 18: at Washington Commanders (TBD)
Cowboysfan8
Footballguy
That’s a tough 6 wk stretch to end the season
Bankerguy
Footballguy
It’s not really a secret
STEADYMOBBIN 22
Footballguy
It’s not really a secret
I know. It’s just kind of a pet peeve of mine. I’m not suggesting every coach needs to be like Bill Belichick but for example, Dan Quinn, love the guy, but the dude talks way too much. He talks to the media about how he switches guys around trying to confuse the offenses. He will sometimes go into great detail about scheme.
Cowboysfan8
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League Champion
Footballguy
It's back to leather helmets in Dallas.
This will be the most boring offense that you've ever seen
Cowboysfan8
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We have Tristan on the roster. Anybody else on Earth who is not on the team right now, is under consideration,” Fassel said, via the team’s website
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John Fassell: Cowboys will consider “anybody else on Earth” for kicker
The Cowboys have one kicker on the team right now, but it doesn’t sound like Tristan Vizcaino should assume he will be on the team come September. Special teams coach John Fassell sent that message during the team’s rookie minicamp this week. Fassell mentioned veterans like Mason Crosby, Robbie...
I guess 4-2 before bye,
6-5 after. 10-7 and a wildcard exit.
League Champion
Footballguy
I loved Jerrah's Deer in the headlights look when Buffalo jumped him for Kincaid, precious. Then he panicked and drafted Mazi Smith way too high. It was a beautiful thing. 
Mr. Landry
Footballguy
I loved Jerrah's Deer in the headlights look when Buffalo jumped him for Kincaid, precious. Then he panicked and drafted Mazi Smith way too high. It was a beautiful thing.
Rent free.
Cowboysfan8
Footballguy
Gallup update
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Michael Gallup: My knee was feeling sore last year, and I was thinking too much
The Cowboys traded Amari Cooper a year ago and re-signed Michael Gallup as their No. 2 receiver opposite CeeDee Lamb. But Gallup wasn’t himself in returning in less than a year from the torn anterior cruciate ligament in his left knee. He caught only 34 passes for 424 yards and four touchdowns...
Cowboysfan8
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The Cowboys will add $11 mil to their cap space Friday
Maybe we can get a kicker now
Maybe we can get a kicker now
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