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Dallas Cowboys: 7 Round Mock Draft with a Big Trade

By Jimmy Long

Nov 26, 2016; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Notre Dame Fighting Irish quarterback DeShone Kizer (14) throws a pass against the Southern California Trojans during a NCAA football game at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 26, 2016; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Notre Dame Fighting Irish quarterback DeShone Kizer (14) throws a pass against the Southern California Trojans during a NCAA football game at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports /
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Nov 27, 2015; Seattle, WA, USA; Washington Huskies defensive back Kevin King (20) almost intercepts a pass intended for Washington State Cougars wide receiver Tyler Baker (26) during the fourth quarter at Husky Stadium. Washington beat Washington State 45-10. Mandatory Credit: Jennifer Buchanan-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 27, 2015; Seattle, WA, USA; Washington Huskies defensive back Kevin King (20) almost intercepts a pass intended for Washington State Cougars wide receiver Tyler Baker (26) during the fourth quarter at Husky Stadium. Washington beat Washington State 45-10. Mandatory Credit: Jennifer Buchanan-USA TODAY Sports /

Round 2, Pick 1 (33rd overall, via CLE) – Kevin King, CB, Washington

With their first selection in the 2017 NFL Draft, the Dallas Cowboys select a player that can come in and immediately start in their depleted secondary. Kevin King was a stud at Washington, but was overlooked by his teammate, Sidney Jones.

King has one of the best builds of any corner in this class, and PFF even went as far as comparing him (loosely) to Richard Sherman. At any rate, he has demonstrated good ball skills and man-to-man coverage ability, making him a great fit for a Cowboys defense lacking true playmakers.

Round 2, Pick 28 (60th overall) – Josh Jones, SS, NC State

When I looked at the CBS Big Board to get an idea of the prospects that would be available at 60, I was surprised to find Josh Jones ranked 63 overall. I’m not going to complain as Jones is one of my favorite players in the draft.

Pairing him with Byron Jones at safety would make a great duo with coverage skills and playmaking ability. Not to mention, Josh Jones hits like a cannon. Find me a Cowboys fan that wouldn’t mind that.

Round 3, Pick 1 (65th overall, via CLE) – Dalvin Tomlinson, DT, Alabama

With the departure of Terrell McClain in free agency, the Dallas Cowboys are missing a huge block absorbing presence on their defensive line. Sure, sophomore Maliek Collins could slide overall and play the one-technique, but with 5.0 sacks as a rookie, I’m keeping him at three. Simply too much potential.

Enter Dalvin Tomlinson. The 300+ pound beast made a living eating blocks for the Tide last season, and he could the same in Big D. He can also produce, notching 3.0 sacks and 5.5 TFL as a senior.

Round 3, Pick 28 (92 overall) – Anthony Walker Jr., ILB, Northwestern

I might catch a little flack for this one, considering most people believe the Dallas Cowboys are set at linebacker. But I’m a fan of Walker, and I bet the front office would sleep better at night with a solid insurance policy in case Jaylon Smith doesn’t recover as hoped.

Hear me out though, Walker can play inside, but I also think he’s capable of playing weak side, where Sean Lee is.  Essentially, I believe the former Wildcat could provide solid depth and future starting potential.

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