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Best-case scenario for the Dallas Cowboys in the 2022 NFL Draft

By Brandon Martinez

Sep 18, 2021; College Station, Texas, USA; Texas A&M Aggies offensive lineman Kenyon Green (55) in action during the game between the Texas A&M Aggies and the New Mexico Lobos at Kyle Field. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 18, 2021; College Station, Texas, USA; Texas A&M Aggies offensive lineman Kenyon Green (55) in action during the game between the Texas A&M Aggies and the New Mexico Lobos at Kyle Field. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports /
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Mar 4, 2022; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Boston College offensive lineman Zion Johnson (OL22) goes through drills during the 2022 NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports /

1. The Cowboys Choose A Guard in Round 1

Arguably the team’s biggest worry… the guard position currently consists of Connor McGovern and Matt Farniok for the Cowboys. Understandably, this should and will be addressed through the draft. Jerry Jones said it himself just over a month ago.

Jerry has this spot on. The Cowboys need to draft a guard within the first three rounds if they don’t plan on bringing one in from free agency.

For Round 1, I would love it if the Cowboys got their future guard here with either Kenyon Green or Zion Johnson. Both would be instant starters and have All-Pro potential. Green is an elite run blocker and a good pass blocker as well, winning with strength and quickness. Johnson is more elite on the pass blocking side but is also an above-average run blocker. Both players also have position versatility in which they can spot play at tackle, while Johnson can also spot play at center.

For Rounds 2 and 3, there are some great prospects that should be available and can compete with McGovern for the starting spot. Darian Kinnard, Tyler Smith, Jamaree Salyer, and Ed Ingram would all be great picks in Round 2 or 3. All four had great college careers and are projected to work out well as guards in the NFL.

Making sure a guard is drafted on day one or two would be a huge step in the right direction for this team. Coming out with a high-caliber guard prospect would be a great way to start off the draft.

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