7 offensive tackles who can help Cowboys as position in flux for first time in
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If the Dallas Cowboys want to keep their $40 million quarterback Dak Prescott upright, preventing edge pressure is essential. All-Pro left tackle Tyron Smith is an elite talent, but hasn’t played a full season since 2015 and is not getting any younger. On the right side, usual starter La’el Collins dealt with injury, inconsistent play and a maddening suspension over avoiding drug testing which ultimately saw his stint in Dallas run its course
Terence Steele showed solid development after being a liability in 2020, proving he is worth a look as a starting caliber tackle in 2022. With only young and unproven OTs Josh Ball and Aviante Collins remaining on roster, this should be the year Dallas finally decides to address the tackle position with a long-term vision in mind. Here are several players from the 2022 NFL draft who provide value at various points of the weekend.
Day 1 Option: Charles Cross, 6-foot 5, 307 pounds, OT, Mississippi St.
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Cross is a well-built tackle who is a good athlete, but struggles to quickly shift his positioning consistently. This shows as speedy edges can get to the top of the rush on him but his intelligence and length keeps them at bay.
Cross displays strength throughout his frame as he sets with a sturdy anchor and his punch shocks defenders in pass protection. He may not be as physically dominant as some of the other tackles in this class but would still challenge the likes of Steele as a starter. Otherwise, Cross would be an excellent swing tackle day one with potential to take over for Smith in the near future.
Day 1 Option: Trevor Penning, 6-foot-7, 325 pounds, OT, Northern Iowa
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Penning is one of the most polarizing players in the draft. His athleticism is off the charts and he has a nasty streak to compete with the most competitive NFL defensive linemen. However, these plus traits do not come without fault.
His footwork is inconsistent which allows edge rushers with good burst or a deep bag of moves…
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