Cowboys' Draft Plan: Defense, Offense, and Game-Changers

0:00On March 2nd, the Dallas Cowboys head into the NFL Draft with an aggressive plan to rebuild their roster on both sides of the ball. Head coach Brian Shottenheimer, now in his second year, made it clear they need defensive help the most after last season struggles, but offense won't be ignored either. With picks at the 12th and 20th spots, they're eyeing premier defensive talent while dressing a few key spots of front. Last year, the Cowboys finished 7-9, missing the playoffs and landing second in the NFC East. Their defense was the league's worst, giving up 511 points and averaging over 30 points allowed per game. They also surrendered 251 passing yards, each outing, and sacs dropped to just 35 after trading star Michael Parsons too. Green Bay, meanwhile, the offense showed real promise, ranking 7th with 471 points and second in total yards at 6,600, 63. Why receiver George Pickens broke out as an elite playmaker and owner Jerry Jones slapped the franchise tag on him to keep him around, though A, long term deal is still needed.

1:08New defensive coordinator Christian Parker is leading the charge to fix the back end. Analysts like ESPN's Field Yates point to prospects such as Ohio State's sunny styles at linebacker or Auburn's Celtic Falk on the defensive line as perfect fits for those high picks. Shadenheim's excitement comes from early talks with Jerry and Steven Jones on the draft board, setting up what could be a game changer for a team. Hungry to contend again. Hungry to contend again. Hungry to contend again. Hungry to contend again. Hungry to contend again. Hungry to contend again. Hungry to contend again. Hungry to contend again. Hungry to contend again. Hungry to contend again. Hungry to contend again. Hungry to contend again. Hungry to contend again. Hungry to contend again. Hungry to contend again. Hungry to contend again. Hungry to contend again. Hungry to contend again. Hungry to contend again. Hungry to contend again. Hungry to contend again. Hungry to contend again. Hungry to contend again. Hungry to contend again. Hungry to contend again. Hungry to contend again. Hungry to contend again. Hungry to contend again. Hungry to contend again. Hungry to contend again. Hungry to contend again. Hungry to cont