3 players who impressed the Cowboys at the NFL Combine

The NFL Combine has come to a close and the Dallas Cowboys saw many great performances from some of the drafts’ top prospects. With the 24th overall pick in the first round and free agency questions still up in the air, it’s hard to know who exactly will land with Dallas. The Cowboys may not know it now, but their first-round selection was somewhere on that field in Indianapolis.

Amongst the Cowboys’ top draft needs, you will find the offensive line, defensive line, linebacker, and wide receiver. Players from each of those positions showed they are deserving of the 24th overall pick.

But, for this article, I only chose three players that impressed Dallas the most. So let’s dive in and see who has a chance to be the newest Cowboy.

3 collegiate prospects who impressed the Cowboys at the NFL Combine

3. Bernhard Raimann, Offensive Tackle, Central Michigan

The Cowboys need to start thinking about the future of their offensive line. Selecting Raimann would be a great place to begin. The Central Michigan product dominated the NFL Combine showcasing his elite athleticism.

Raimann is an intriguing prospect as he was a tight end at Central Michigan as recently as 2020. He transformed his 6-6 frame into a 303-pound offensive tackle. His quick feet from his former position make him stand out amongst other linemen heading into the draft.

If the Cowboys decide to select Raimann it will be because of his immense upside. After only 18 career starts at left tackle, he is already considered a first-round caliber player. Just think about how good he could be after a few years of NFL coaching.

The most impressive parts of Raimann’s combine showing were his 5.05-second 40-yard dash, 30 bench-press reps, and a 30.5″ vertical jump. He showed explosiveness and strength, which are rare traits for a left tackle. Raimann set himself apart from the crowd, which will surely have several teams looking at his talent.

In the final six games of his college career, Raimann did not allow a single pressure and he only allowed 10 during the whole season. For a team like the Cowboys who need a future stud left tackle, Raimann certainly impressed at the combine.`

2. Christian Harris, Linebacker, Alabama

Alabama has been a breeding ground for NFL talent and that is no different this year. Linebacker Christian Harris looks to be the next great Alabama defensive player, and his combine performance only improved his draft stock.

Harris ran a 4.44-second 40-yard dash and that time makes plenty of sense with how quickly he moves sideline to sideline. His speed also helps him in coverage where he can match up with both running backs and tight ends.

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The Cowboys clearly need linebacker help with Leighton Vander Esch and others likely exiting. Taking Harris in the second round would be a slam dunk. Pairing him with Micah Parsons would give Dallas an athletic duo that can make plays all over the field.

The Alabama product does not have great instincts, which means he should be in a role where he can just “see ball, hit ball”. If the Cowboys choose Harris and put him in positions to succeed, he could end up being a steal on day two. Dan Quinn would certainly be able to help him develop into a high-caliber pro LB.

1. Jordan Davis, Defensive Tackle, Georgia

Standing at 6-6 and weighing 341 pounds, Georgia defensive tackle Jordan Davis should not be able to move the way he did at the combine. The DT blew up on social media for his impressive size and ability. Davis clocked in with a 4.78-second 40-yard dash time and 10’3″ broad jump, both of which are combine records by a player over 310 pounds since 2006. What he did in Indianapolis surely caught the eyes of several organizations.

For a player that was seen as a run-stuffer with not much pass-rush ability, he showed the explosiveness that is needed from an interior defender to get to the quarterback. This past season, Davis had 32 total tackles and two sacks. While his production does not jump off the charts, his impact is immense.

Look at how Davis compares to some of the NFL’s best combine results.

Davis’s combine performance was arguably the most impressive for any defensive player ever. Davis helped himself more than anyone that was in Indianapolis this past week. He is a sure-fire first-round pick but could he drop all the way to Dallas at 24th overall?

It seems rather unlikely that Davis will be available for the Cowboys. But, they could always trade up to take one of the most athletic defensive tackles in recent history. Adding this big guy could have a huge, lasting impact on the Dallas defense.