As the Dallas Cowboys continue to navigate the pre-draft cycle, a candidate has emerged who could be the team's first-round pick at No. 24 overall.
Arizona offensive tackle Jordan Morgan, who has been one of the players most commonly associated with Dallas throughout the process, has added more smoke to the fire.
According to Sportskeeda, Morgan is “going” to the Cowboys in the first round. The 22-year-old earned first-team All-PAC-12 honors with the Wildcats last season.
November 25, 2023. Tempe, Arizona, USA. Arizona Wildcats offensive lineman Jordan Morgan (77) vs. Arizona State Sun Devils during the Territorial Cup at Mountain America Stadium.
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Cowboys offensive line coach Mike Solari joined two other teams, the New York Jets and Baltimore Ravens, in giving Morgan private practice at left and right tackle during his pro career.
Morgan's workout lasted nearly an hour, but still ended early as the rest of the Wildcats' prospects began practicing. The site claims that Morgan “did not train once for his pro day, but essentially had three private training sessions.”
I don't know exactly what that means. However, according to reports, Dallas Line coach Mike Solari appeared in the middle of the session. So “in play” sounds true.
Extensive observation of Morgan led to overall positive feedback, with scouts impressed with his athleticism and convicted of his ability to play offensive tackle.
Dallas isn't the only team interested in Morgan; the Ravens (30th overall), Kansas City Chiefs (32nd overall), and Washington Commanders (36th) are all considering hiring Morgan. was listed as.
The 6-5, 312-pound Morgan played five years at Arizona and was a consistent starter in the last four games. He was a second-team All-American selection by CBS Sports last year.
Morgan has only allowed three sacks over the past two years, and while his 32 7/8-inch arms have caused some concern from teams, his tape and productivity tell a story otherwise. There is.
With the departure of Tyron Smith to the New York Jets, the Cowboys have a sizable hole to fill at left tackle, and Morgan appears to be a strong candidate to fill that big hole.
