With the exception of one draft pick, the team has been doing some routine work.
The Cowboys signed draft picks Tyler Guyton, Cooper Beebe, Marist Liufau, Kaylen Carson, Ryan Flournoy, Nathan Thomas and Justin Rodgers. The only player available to sign was second-round pick Marshawn Nyland.
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Will CeeDee Lamb's contract be worth more than $30 million per year?How the market will affect the Cowboys' extended receivers – Michael Gehrken, Dallas Morning News
Will AJ Brown and Amon-Ra St. Brown's recent contract extensions impact CeeDee Lamb's price?
Last month's deal between Brown and St. Brown did not result in a price increase. To argue otherwise would be to assume that Lamb would have accepted a contract worth less than $30 million in annual new money, which would cause the league's 2024 salary cap to skyrocket and Lamb to become a franchise record. What's overlooked is the fact that he had 135 catches for 1,749 yards. and 12 touchdowns.
Lamb's agent, Tory Dundee, was never influenced by the agent who negotiated Brown's contract.
Dandy represents both.
Every time Lamb is signed, it will be interesting to see where his new income scores compared to the average $30 million (the real one, not the fake $30 million). Until then, the wait continues.
Lamb has not yet participated in the Cowboys' spring meetings or on-field workouts while awaiting an extension. He won't be fined for skipping until minicamp June 4-6, as it's a voluntary activity. That said, this workout almost everyone participates in his program.
OTAs and minicamp practices are the first offseason events where offensive and defensive players can go head-to-head. One-on-one drills with receivers against cornerbacks, 7-on-7 and 11-on-11 drills are some of the practice time Lamb should miss, not to mention drills to strengthen his rapport with his quarterback.
Skipping those practices isn't ideal, but missing the start of training camp in Oxnard, Calif., is more important. Training camp, which begins in late July, is believed to be the strongest opportunity for negotiations.
Rookies report to The Star for minicamp this weekend – Nick Harris, DallasCowboys.com
Cowboys rookie minicamp begins this weekend.
The Dallas Cowboys welcomed their 20-member rookie class on Thursday as the group prepares to participate in rookie minicamp this weekend at The Star.
They will arrive at the facility, undergo medical checks, meet with coaches, and then officially sign the paperwork to become new members of the team before taking to the field tomorrow with Mike McCarthy and the rest of the coaching staff. was included.
“It's definitely [sunk in] Already,” first-round pick Tyler Guyton said. “But once you get on the field and put in the effort, you’ll understand.”
No. 94 Kneeland, Cowboys' hope – Partik Walker, DallasCowboys.com
The Cowboys' second-round draft pick opened the door to how he reacted to being drafted by Dallas and wearing the legendary number 94.
“I was watching [the TV] I had 2 minutes and 30 seconds left, and they told me I was late, so I thought, “Oh, there's no way they're going to pick me up.'' Maybe they are already talking to their boyfriends,” he explained. “Then let's consider the next [teams on the clock] At 2 minutes, my phone rang with a Texas number. I'm like, “Wait a minute!” There should be no delays. Fast streaming or something. ”
“When I answered the phone, I saw my name on the other end.” [broadcast] It was crazy. ”
But the reality will change quickly, especially when veterans join rookie teams and participate in organized team activities (OTAs) in the next two weeks starting May 21st.
“I am ready to learn and absorb a lot from my seniors and achieve as much as possible.”
The last part of this statement becomes almost mandatory when Wieland wears the jersey assigned to him, the heralded number 94. This jersey was recently worn by Randy Gregory, but he is more famous for being a Hall of Famer. DeMarcus Ware and Charles when he decorated Haley's shoulder pads and bib with fabric.
But Kneeland doesn't see that as additional pressure. Instead, he wants to ensure that the Cowboys will never allow another player to wear it after him.
“I just want to add to the tradition of this number,” Neeland said. “I want this number to be permanently retired. There are some great people who have experienced this.”
The Dallas Cowboys are touting players returning from injury as upgrades, but how true is that? – Saad Yusuf, The Athletic
The Cowboys believe the players returning from injury will upgrade the team over last season, but is that really a solid foundation for how they handle free agency?
“We have some guys that didn't play for us last year,” Stephen Jones said. “John Stevens Jr., who was overplayed by (DeMarvion), was on his way to this team even before he tore his ACL. We have (Trevon) Diggs, who only played a few games last year. So we're going to bring him back.”
While these players are at different levels of proving their NFL value, the Cowboys could boost their talent. It's true that these players are ready to come back from injuries (all three had torn ACLs) and are a key part of the equation. However, presenting them as a replacement for offseason activities is logically flawed for several reasons. Before we go any further, it's worth recognizing that the Stephen Jones framework only provides a public excuse for inactivity during a major player acquisition period. Perhaps he is aware of the upset in the Cowboys' fan base and expressed more optimism after pessimism had taken center stage due to the complete outlook of the roster up to that point. I guess that's what he's doing. That's understandable.
But it's troubling if the front office views Diggs, Overshawn, and to a lesser extent Stevens as upgrades in the big picture.
First of all, it goes without saying that it is impossible to predict to some extent how each player will recover from injury. Although an ACL tear is not the physical disability it was common decades ago, it is still a serious injury. The Cowboys went through that the past two seasons with Michael Gallup. Gallup, a 1,000-yard receiver in 2019, never returned to his pre-injury form after tearing his ACL in the final week of the 2021 season. From a timeline perspective, his three players listed above were in a favorable situation. Stevens and Overshawn tore their ACL in the preseason, and Diggs tore his ACL before Week 3. Each of them will have nearly a full day of uninterrupted rehabilitation time as they rush to return to the field. It also doesn't matter that each player's age is below his 25 years.
It is impossible to expect all three to return to or improve on their pre-injury form, but it may take time and is not yet certain.
2024 NFL Draft: Cowboys' first-rounder Tyler Guyton moves to left tackle – Cory Kinnan, Sports Illustrated
Cowboys first-round draft pick Tyler Guyton has already begun preparations to take over the LT position.
According to Guyton's private coach, Duke Manyweather of OL Mastermind, the Cowboys have approached Guyton about transferring. You can watch a video of Guyton working on his footwork and learning to kick his left foot first with Manyweather…
…This would pair Guyton with All-Pro guard Tyler Smith, a 2022 first-round pick. This makes a lot of sense for Dallas, as Terrence Steele just signed a contract extension last summer and is the starting right tackle.
Former Cowboys CB Stephon Gilmore on free agency: 'I know the value I still bring' – SportsDay Staff, Dallas Morning News
Cowboys free agent Stephon Gilmore hopes to play in 2024 and is looking for the right opportunity.
In a recent conversation with NFL official Josina Anderson, Gilmore said he is still focused on playing next season as he continues to recover from a torn right labrum that played out until late season, but he is still focused on playing next season. “It has to be appropriate,” the team said. opportunity. “
“I think it's because of age in some teams,” the 33-year-old said. “If I was 28 years old, I would have already signed a contract by now. At the same time, I know the value that I still bring. When I look at the tape, I've played well the last two years. So I'm just continuing to be patient as I watch my son, who's a wide receiver and cornerback, lock people on the field with his defensive back skills. .”
The five teams in the NFL that showed the least improvement in the offseason: Who was more disappointing, the Cowboys or the Bills? David Herman, Fox Sports
Hellman believes the Cowboys had the second-worst offseason. But not all hope is lost.
The joke has taken root, but it's safe to say that the Cowboys did the opposite of going “all in,” as Jerry Jones infamously predicted in January. please think about it. Not only are the Cowboys last in spending this offseason at about $20.7 million, but that number also puts them less than the next-worst New Orleans Saints at $46 million. The Cowboys made no sincere effort to improve a roster that flatlined miserably in the playoffs.
Given the uncertainty surrounding Dak Prescott's contract extension, the fear that pervades the Cowboys fan base makes a lot of sense.
Having said that, it is fair to point out that the situation is not so dire. The Cowboys return eight All-Pros from last year's roster. Prescott is in the prime of his career and CeeDee Lamb may be the best receiver in football.
This team still has legitimate playoff aspirations. It's hard to argue that they'll improve on last year's performance, but isn't that the goal?
