Here is a 2024 NFL draft pick-by-pick breakdown for the Dallas Cowboys:
Round 1 (No. 29 overall, from Lions) — Tyler Guyton, OT, Oklahoma: A former tight end, the 6-8, 322-pounder is an exceptional athlete for his size. He’s relatively inexperienced from a playing time perspective but should have an opportunity to immediately fill the left tackle post vacated by Tyron Smith. If not, 2022 first-rounder Tyler Smith can fill in there until Guyton is ready. Draft tracker
Round 2 (56) — Marshawn Kneeland, DE, Western Michigan: Dallas continues to invest in the trenches after getting raided there during free agency. Kneeland displays the athleticism of a former tight end if also the inexperience of a relative newcomer to the D-line. He averaged 3½ sacks and 9.3 TFLs over the past three seasons. Draft tracker
Cooper in Round 3 (73, from Vikings through Lions) Kansas State’s Beebe, G. More troops to support an offensive line in need. Depending on how things work out in this situation, especially if first-round pick Tyler Guyton isn’t ready to play, Beebe might play center or guard. draft tracker
Marist Liufau, LB, Notre Dame — Round 3 (87): A versatile player who has the potential to address a recent issue at Dallas’ second level. draft tracker
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Round 5 (174, compensatory selection): Wake Forest’s Caelen Carson, CB Over his previous three seasons with the Demon Deacons, Carson missed eleven games. Aside from injury issues, he is a talented NFL cornerback with perfect size and quickness. He has the potential to develop into a reliable starter for the Cowboys at a low cost if he remains healthy. draft tracker
Round 6 (216, compensatory selection): Southeast Missouri State wide receiver Ryan Flournoy: A height, weight, and speed athlete, Flournoy dazzled opponents in the Ohio Valley Conference. It’s uncommon to find a wide receiver with his skill set this late in the draft, but his footage versus Iowa State and Kansas State wasn’t too bad. draft tracker
Nathan Thomas, OT, Louisiana, Round 7 (233, Raiders): Thomas has the makings of a good tackle. He is strong while attacking because to his size, large hands, and above-average wingspan. Although he needs more time to hone his discipline and improve his technique, the Cowboys might offer the necessary support. draft tracker
Round 7 (244): Auburn’s Justin Rogers, DT Rogers is difficult to pull off the line due to his strong, small physique. Although he doesn’t have the range to really impact the run game, he can clear enough blocks to provide chances for others. He can help the Cowboys and is probably going to have an early-down role in the NFL. draft tracker
