Listen, the Dallas Cowboys may simply be doing their due diligence and nothing else. That’s what you want from a front office ahead of the NFL Draft, right?
But I’d be lying if I told you a recent report on the Cowboys’ draft process doesn’t have me a little bit nervous when it comes to the future of George Pickens. I’m talking about Dallas—with all of its defensive roster holes—scheduling a visit with one of the top wide receiver prospects in the class.
Let’s break it down.
Cowboys looking into top WR prospect
The Cowboys will use one of their “Top 30 visits” in Indiana WR Omar Cooper Jr., according to Ryan Fowler.
Cooper is known for his quality route running and ball skills, which seemingly intrigues the team’s scouting department. But if the Cowboys wanted to pick him, they’d likely need to do it in the first round, especially because they lack a second-round pick.
The decision to use a pre-draft visit on him is somewhat of a surprise. Though they may want to take a closer look, Dallas is expected to focus on defense as they have holes at LB, EDGE, and CB.
Additionally, with CeeDee Lamb, George Pickens, and even Ryan Flournoy on deck, they appear to be set at wide receiver. Which brings me to my Pickens-related fear: If the Cowboys wind up picking Cooper Jr., could they consider trading the franchise-tagged WR?