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This is a big win for the Dallas Cowboys, who were locked into taking an offensive linemen from the start. I expected them to be picking between Tyler Guyton and Jackson Powers-Johnson; but, considering their additional needs that could be aided by a top-100 player, to add pick 73 and still grab a choice OT is outstanding!

I preferred Graham Barton, but with Guyton and JPJ both still available, trading back was the right call. Left tackle is one of the most important positions on the field. Guyton has a skillset that can fit perfectly with a little more polish. To call him raw is not a stretch, but the steps he took in Mobile were proof that he is very coachable and hungry to compete and get better. Most importantly, this allows the Cowboys to keep Tyler Smith at left guard, which has always been his natural position. Grade: A-

~Austin Smith, DraftTek Senior Analyst

The details on what Mike Zimmer wants to do with this defense are still pretty vague, making any defensive position a possible need. I would have liked to have seen Dallas jump up to grab Zach Frazier, to fill the bigger need at Center. Still, you can never have enough edge rushers, especially if Zimmer feels Micah Parsons' best fit is in the base package is as a linebacker. Sam Williams has seen his bright flashes limited to just that, but off-the-field issues and consistency have been problems.

Kneeland gives great effort on every snap and can really explode off the snap. He is still rounding out his game, but with some experience edge rushers on the roster, the Cowboys can be patient. Grade: B

~Austin Smith, DraftTek Senior Analyst