2024 NFL Draft Grades: Dallas Cowboys
The 2024 NFL Draft is now in the rearview mirror, and we have compiled a consensus ranking using NFL draft grades from a variety of sites.
What draft grades have the media given to the Dallas Cowboys? What are they saying about the Cowboys' 2024 draft haul?
NFL.com - Grade: A-
Day 2 grade: A-
Day 3 grade: B
Analysis: Gaining a third-round pick in a move down the board and still landing a starting tackle made for a successful Thursday night for Dallas. Kneeland and Beebe should prove to be excellent values, while Liufau will be a solid addition to the middle of the Cowboys' defense. The Notre Dame 'backer was picked a bit early for my taste, though.
In Round 5, Dallas added Carson, a versatile corner/safety who was considered a Day 2 prospect near the start of last season. Flournoy has the tools to make the squad his rookie year. The Cowboys did not take a running back with any of their eight picks, leaving a sizable hole on their roster they'll still need to fill this offseason. Dallas had four picks within the top 90 selections, but were without a fourth-rounder, having sent theirs to San Francisco last August for Trey Lance. That investment could work out quite well if the former No. 3 overall pick is able to find his game at the pro level.
ESPN - Grade: B-
The Cowboys have been hamstrung by their salary cap situation this offseason, resulting in the departures of starters at several key positions, including offensive linemen Tyron Smith and Tyler Biadasz, running back Tony Pollard and wide receiver Michael Gallup. They haven't really replaced any of those players; the only free agent addition they've made is linebacker Eric Kendricks. That made this draft extra important for Dallas, which absolutely had to take rookie starters in the first and second rounds. So how did team owner Jerry Jones & Co. fare?
Not bad. The Cowboys were able to trade down five spots in Round 1, pick up an extra third-rounder and still get their guy. Tyler Guyton (29) is going to get a chance to be their starter at left tackle, and from what I see on tape, I think he can make the move over from the right side. He has special ability as a pass-protector and can get to the second level in a hurry in the run game.
Defensive end Marshawn Kneeland (56) and guard Cooper Beebe (73) have the talent to step in and play significant snaps as rookies. Kneeland is excellent against the run and has developed pass-rush moves. Marist Liufau (87) was a reach on my board, but I know Dallas wants to be better against the run, and he'll help there. Caelen Carson (174) is an underrated cornerback who was a starter for four seasons at Wake Forest.
What keeps Dallas from a higher grade? Not taking a running back in place of Liufau, particularly with several really good ones available.
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Dallas Cowboys Mock Draft Roundup 1.0
Throughout the year and leading up to the 2025 NFL Draft, we will update our Dallas Cowboys Mock Draft Roundup showing picks for the Dallas Cowboys from several prominent sites and draft analysts.
The following are picks in recent mock drafts for the Cowboys:
Fox Sports - Rob Rang (5/3)
26. Danny Stutsman, LB, Oklahoma
ESPN - Jordan Reid (5/2)
26. Evan Stewart, WR, Oregon
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Dallas Cowboys 2024 NFL Schedule
Below you will find the weekly regular-season schedule for the Dallas Cowboys.
Week | Date | Opponent | Time (ET) / Tickets |
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Week 1 | Sun., Sept. 8 | at Cleveland Browns | W 33-17 |
Week 2 | Sun., Sept. 15 | vs. New Orleans Saints | L 44-19 |
Week 3 | Sun., Sept. 22 | vs. Baltimore Ravens | L 28-25 |
Week 4 | Thu., Sept. 26 | at New York Giants | W 20-15 |
Week 5 | Sun., Oct. 6 | at Pittsburgh Steelers | W 20-17 |
Week 6 | Sun., Oct. 13 | vs. Detroit Lions | L 47-9 |
Week 7 | BYE | ||
Week 8 | Sun., Oct. 27 | at San Francisco 49ers | 8:20 PM / Tickets |
Week 9 | Sun., Nov. 3 | at Atlanta Falcons | 1:00 PM / Tickets |
Week 10 | Sun., Nov. 10 | vs. Philadelphia Eagles | 4:25 PM / Tickets |
Week 11 | Mon., Nov. 18 | vs. Houston Texans | 8:15 PM / Tickets |
Week 12 | Sun., Nov. 24 | at Washington Commanders | 1:00 PM / Tickets |
Week 13 | Thu., Nov. 28 | vs. New York Giants | 4:30 PM / Tickets |
Week 14 | Mon., Dec. 9 | vs. Cincinnati Bengals | 8:15 PM / Tickets |
Week 15 | Sun., Dec. 15 | at Carolina Panthers | 1:00 PM / Tickets |
Week 16 | Sun., Dec. 22 | vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers | 8:20 PM / Tickets |
Week 17 | Sun., Dec. 29 | at Philadelphia Eagles | 4:25 PM / Tickets |
Week 18 | TBD | vs. Washington Commanders | TBD / Tickets |
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Dallas Cowboys - 2024 Draft Results
The table below are all of the 2024 NFL Draft picks selected by the Dallas Cowboys.
Round | Overall | Player | Position | School |
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1 | 29 | Tyler Guyton | OT | Oklahoma |
2 | 56 | Marshawn Kneeland | EDGE | Western Michigan |
3 | 73 | Cooper Beebe | G | Kansas State |
3 | 87 | Marist Liufau | LB | Notre Dame |
5 | 174 | Caelen Carson | CB | Wake Forest |
6 | 216 | Ryan Flournoy | WR | SE Missouri State |
7 | 233 | Nathan Thomas | OT | Louisiana |
7 | 244 | Justin Rogers | DT | Auburn |