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Dallas Cowboys 2018 NFL Draft: Pick-by-Pick analysis

By Tyrone Starr

ARLINGTON, TX - APRIL 26: A video board displays an image of Leighton Vander Esch of Boise State after he was picked
ARLINGTON, TX - APRIL 26: A video board displays an image of Leighton Vander Esch of Boise State after he was picked /
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TAMPA, FL – JANUARY 09: Running back Bo Scarbrough #9 of the Alabama Crimson Tide rushes for a 37-yard touchdown during the second quarter against the Clemson Tigers in the 2017 College Football Playoff National Championship Game at Raymond James Stadium on January 9, 2017 in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Tom Pennington/Getty Images)
TAMPA, FL – JANUARY 09: Running back Bo Scarbrough #9 of the Alabama Crimson Tide rushes for a 37-yard touchdown during the second quarter against the Clemson Tigers in the 2017 College Football Playoff National Championship Game at Raymond James Stadium on January 9, 2017 in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Tom Pennington/Getty Images) /

Round 5, Pick # 171
Mike White, QB – Western Kentucky

Pros

Prototypical size for the position.  Back-to-back seasons of 65%+ completion percentage, 4,000+ yards and better than 3:1 touchdown to interception ratio.

Cons

Lacks mobility or speed to avoid pressure.  Has a bit of a fumbling issue with 17 in two years.

Final Analysis

First of all. I’m not a fan of drafting quarterbacks unless they have a real shot to play or are certain to be an heir apparent.  Lastly, he needs a lot of improvement at reading defenses, specifically blitzes.

Round 6, Pick # 193
Chris Covington, LB – Indiana

Pros

Very enticing as it pertains to his measurables and body.  Had a great 2017 with 85 tackles, 12 for loss and three sacks

Cons

Extremely raw and not ready to play immediately.  Will have a lot of improvement to make mentally.

Final Analysis

Late rounds are often what projects like Covington are meant for but it seems like a player such as Jack Cichy who went nine picks later would have been the better choice.

Round 6, Pick # 208
Cedric Wilson, Jr., WR – Boise State

Pros

Good size (6’2″) and able to play both inside and out.  Solid production posting over 2,600 yards and 18 touchdowns in just two seasons.

Cons

Does not possess exceptional speed.  Has trouble with aggressive corners in press coverage.

Final Analysis

The wide receiver room is already full and Wilson’s potential does not surpass any one else on the roster already.  I’m just not sure how he fits or makes the team.

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Round 7, Pick # 236
Bo Scarbrough, RB – Alabama

Pros

Size/speed combination is devastating.  Because of this, he can be a goal line or a big play breaker.

Cons

He’s not catching any passes out the backfield.  If he’s in the game, you know what’s coming.  Durability is a concern due to his running style.

Final Analysis

Great pick for this late in the draft.  Behind this line, he could probably be a touchdown vulture to Ezekiel Elliott around the goal line.

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