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Dallas Cowboys: 11 Thoughts on free agency and the NFL Draft

By Michael H. Vu

Nov 20, 2016; Arlington, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys receiver Cole Beasely (11) celebrates his second quarter touchdown against the Baltimore Ravens at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 20, 2016; Arlington, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys receiver Cole Beasely (11) celebrates his second quarter touchdown against the Baltimore Ravens at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports /
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Dec 27, 2015; Orchard Park, NY, USA; Dallas Cowboys quarterback Kellen Moore (17) looks to throw a pass during the first half against the Buffalo Bills at Ralph Wilson Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 27, 2015; Orchard Park, NY, USA; Dallas Cowboys quarterback Kellen Moore (17) looks to throw a pass during the first half against the Buffalo Bills at Ralph Wilson Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-USA TODAY Sports /

7. The Cowboys sign that other Moore

Not a splashy sign by any means, but I still hold this as an important sign. If anything, this could mean Mark Sanchez‘s days with the Dallas Cowboys are over. And I truly think that’s a brilliant thing.

With Kellen Moore around, the Cowboys can rely on him to step in when needed, but also continue with Prescott’s learning. Why change a good thing?

8. The NFC East will fight in the air

Yes, there are some big time wide receivers in the NFC East. And yes, I think the Cowboys have a problem.

The Cowboys weren’t fancy with defending the pass to begin with. With the stock of big receivers in the mix, the Cowboys must find new muscle to defend against the air attack.

Dallas has relied on running the ball, thus keeping the rock away from opposing team’s offenses. But to prevent another Aaron Rodger’s miracle, the Cowboys must get correct with their picks in the NFL Draft.

Fortunately, the draft has a plethora of defensive backs. Can the Cowboys hire the right guys to handle a receiver named Brandon Marshall?

9. Was Ronald Leary better than La’el Collins?

Well, the Cowboys’ offensive line took a blow. First Leary, now right tackle Doug Free is aiming for an early retirement.

The front line was arguably better with Leary in. Though Collins has youth and potentially a higher ceiling, Leary’s consistency will be missed.

But there’s no turning back now. Leary wasn’t expected to stay in Dallas, especially after carrying his weight in 2016.

La’el Collins will get his chance to live up to the first-round, talent billing he gets labeled with. I can’t wait to see some pancakes!

10. Nothing good in life is free

It’s easy to register Doug Free as the weakest of the fab five. Every group has that one weak link. But that doesn’t mean Free didn’t add color to the dynamic group.

In fact, losing Free at right tackle could pose a major threat for Dak Prescott. If the Cowboys don’t replace the spot with a quality starter, Dallas may wonder what they should’ve done to make Free think twice about retirement.

I’m really not sure Chaz Green is the answer.

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11. Adrian Peterson

No. This won’t happen. That’s all I have to say about that.

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