4 LSU prospects for the Dallas Cowboys to consider in the draft

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BATON ROUGE, LOUISIANA – OCTOBER 16: Austin Deculus #76 of the LSU Tigers in action against the Florida Gators during a game at Tiger Stadium on October 16, 2021 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. (Photo by Jonathan Bachman/Getty Images) /

3. Austin Deculus, Offensive Tackle/Guard

Height: 6’7 Weight: 325lbs

Draft Projection: Day Three

The Cowboys invested in offensive tackle Josh Ball last season but were unable to see what he could do thanks to an injury that kept him out last season. With depth at the position still a concern, the Cowboys could jump back into the tackle pool. Austin Deculus has the potential to be a nice addition.

The emergence of Terence Steele last season gave the Cowboys some optimism, but it’s never a bad thing to have an extra giant that could be paired with him. With Tyron Smith and La’el Collins having injury issues, depth is always helpful.

Studying the LSU OL today & came away impressed by RT Austin Deculus, especially his hands in pass pro! Independent, baiting, and replacing very nicely all game. Nice little dual read at the end too. pic.twitter.com/bnNM6Aw4fJ
— Brandon Thorn (@BrandonThornNFL) September 14, 2021

Deculus is a big guy that would be able to come in and help protect the right side of this offensive line if needed. He, like Hines, is a mauler and when he’s able to get his hand on a defender, they aren’t going to get around him. He’s not quite as athletically gifted as Hines (in my opinion) but he has more than enough skill to develop into the next starting tackle for the Cowboys down the road.

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