Cowboys Grab Speedster Anthony Smith in Seventh Round

0:00On May 1st, Dallas Cowboys snagged wide receiver Anthony Smith in the 7th round to 18th overall pick, adding some serious speed to their 20-26 offense, at nearly 6 feet 3 inches and 197 pounds, this dude clocks a 4.440 yard dash perfect for stretching. Defences deep. Earlier this week, Scouts highlighted his traits after transferring from North Carolina state to East Carolina where he racked up 105. Catches, 1,852 yards, and 13 touchdowns over two seasons. It's the kind of late round gym that screams upside, without expecting instant stardom. Sports Illustrated slapped an a-grade on the pick right away, and fans are buzzing about how he slots into a stacked room with CD-LAM in George. Pickens locking down the top spots, plus Ryan Flernoy, and Cavante Turpin holding it down further back. His size and wheels give Dallas cheap vertical threat without messing with the star's targets.

1:00Now, Smith's fighting for depth spots against guys like Jonathan Mingo and Marquez Valdescanling, but special teams could seal his fate coaches. Love a 7th rounder who blocks kicks and covers with grit. I'd peg his shot at the 53 man roster, around 35%, solid odds for a rookie in a crowded group. If he flashes in pre-season though, this swing could pay off big, turning practice quad filler into real juice for the Cowboys attack.