Jerry Jones' Draft Success, Free Agency Flaws

0:00On March 3rd, Jerry Jones, owner of the Dallas Cowboys, draws more flak than any other NFL boss for doubling as general manager. Critics from analysts to ex-players question that set up, but dig into the drafts and the story flips. Since 2015, his picks have landed 11 players with the total of 21 pro bowl honors. That draft track record stacks up well against the league. It shows strong talent evaluation in player growth, fueling a solid young roster. Still, plenty of folks blame Jones for the team's playoff woes. They argue relying so much on inexperienced stars leaves gaps in leadership in poise when the stakes rise. The bigger problem lies in free agency. Jones has not added enough proven veterans to mentor and steady those homegrown talents during big games. Championship squads like the recent Eagles and Seahawks prove the point by blending youth with key vet pickups. Until Dallas follows suit, expect more April wins but no February runs. Expect more April wins but no February runs.