Dallas Cowboys 2014 NFL Draft Wrap-up

October 13, 2012; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Panthers wide receiver Devin Street (15) runs after a pass reception against Louisville Cardinals cornerback Adrian Bushell (21) during the first quarter at Heinz Field. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports

Offensive Additions

OT Zack Martin, University of Notre Dame
For nearly the entirety of the Cowboy’s 2013 campaign, their offensive line was plagued by numerous false starts and holding calls. Injuries ravaged their front five and caused many players to play positions that they weren’t comfortable playing in the first place. With the addition of OT Zack Martin, the Cowboys gain a huge addition to their front line. Tony Romo is one of the Cowboy’s lingering playoff hopes. As many may deny, without Romo the Cowboys are basically dead in the water in terms of the playoffs. With Kyle Orton under center, who knows where the Cowboys will go. The addition of Martin as the starting right offensive guard will give the Cowboys added run and pass protection that can give their offense the needed boost to dominate the NFC East. Martin should be able to adequately protect Romo in the pocket, giving him enough time to complete his passes and win the Cowboys some football games.

WR Devin Street, University of Pittsburgh
At the University of Pittsburgh, Street was able to produce pretty moderate numbers at the WR position despite numerous injuries. In his career as a Pitt Panther, Street caught 202 passes for 2,901 yards and 16 touchdowns. In his senior season at Pitt, Street was able to manage 85.4 yards per game along with 7 receiving touchdowns. While his career numbers may not be as monstrous as other receivers, he still has the talent to make him an NFL-quality star. According to scouts, Street has a lanky build (making him susceptible to injuries), great hands and pretty fluid motion. Considering that the Cowboys only had Cole Beasley and Terrance Williams to back up WR Dez Bryant, Street should be another good rookie WR addition. Last season Williams was able to catch for 736 yards and 5 touchdowns as a Rookie. This season I expect him to be able to mentor Street, meanwhile producing starter-like numbers for the improved Cowboy offense. With the loss of Miles Austin, the Cowboys needed and got their #3 receiver in Street.