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“We drafted a football player who we really think plays the right way and has a chance to develop a couple different spots for us,” coach Jason Garrett said.
CBS Sports’ Dane Brugler agreed, saying the Cowboys’ “aced” their first-round selection by taking Jones.
“The elation in the Cowboys’ war room once the [Baltimore] Ravens didn’t take Jones at 26 says it all,” Brugler said. “His tape is terrific. He matches up with anyone. He’s not flawless, needs work on some technique issues and to better utilize his long arms, but he was a great value pick at No. 27.
“The ‘workout warrior’ label is fair, as long as it’s accompanied by ‘a player who impresses on tape as well.’”
Cowboys’ top pick Jones appears destined to work out, Dallas Star Telegram
CBS Sports’ Dane Brugler agreed, saying the Cowboys’ “aced” their first-round selection by taking Jones.
“The elation in the Cowboys’ war room once the [Baltimore] Ravens didn’t take Jones at 26 says it all,” Brugler said. “His tape is terrific. He matches up with anyone. He’s not flawless, needs work on some technique issues and to better utilize his long arms, but he was a great value pick at No. 27.
“The ‘workout warrior’ label is fair, as long as it’s accompanied by ‘a player who impresses on tape as well.’”
Cowboys’ top pick Jones appears destined to work out, Dallas Star Telegram