3 late-round defensive tackles the Cowboys could target

2. Marquan McCall, Kentucky

Height: 6’3″  Weight: 342lbs

Career Stats: 57 total tackles, 10.5 tackles for loss, 1.5 sacks, 1 forced fumble, 1 pass defended

If Dallas wants another tackle that’s solid against the run but also gives them push upfront and can play all four downs, Marquan McCall is an option. McCall is one of the biggest defensive tackles in this draft class and is solid against the run because his snap quickness and massive size allow him to take on double teams. He can also spy in the backfield and make a play on the ball carrier.

Dan Quinn has been known to add two big bodies to the middle of his defensive line on rushing downs to stop the run. Plus, McCall comes from the same alma mater as Bohanna. Dallas could double dip and go back for the other big man.

McCall did have a strong showing at that Shrine Bowl so his stock could rise. But with teams having so many other needs, he could slip through the cracks allowing America’s Team to snag another Wildcat.

1. D.J. Davidson, Arizona St.

Height: 6’3″  Weight: 327lbs

Career Stats: 137 total tackles, 15.5 tackles for loss, 5 sacks, 6 passes defended

Instead of a defensive tackle that the Cowboys could keep on the field all four downs, how about one that’s sole purpose is to come in and be a force in the running game? Davidson was a load to handle for offensive linemen in college and has nice quickness to get around stretch block attempts against him. He’s able to also hold up linemen and his strong lower body allows him to anchor and clogs up running lanes. He also has an effective first punch that allows him to knock blockers back and get into their pads forcing them back into the running lanes.

Davidson is a player that still needs to refine his game to become a well-rounded defensive tackle but he’s a player that can come in and help the Cowboys run defense as a rotational player to start.

Defensive tackles aren’t necessarily the priority in the draft, but there was a clear struggle in the rushing defense last year. Adding one of these big men as a late-round selection could be a good move for the Cowboys.