Bruce Feldman's latest NFL Mock draft has the Cowboys picking who at 12 and 20 in round 1?
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The Shan and RJ podcast discusses Bruce Feldman's latest NFL mock draft, which projects the Dallas Cowboys moving up from pick 12 to number 3 via a trade with the Arizona Cardinals to select edge rusher David Bailey. The hosts analyze the feasibility of such a trade, noting that while the compensation proposed (12th and a third-round pick) may be insufficient based on trade value charts, the idea of moving up to secure a top-tier defensive talent like Bailey or Arvel Reese has gained traction. They debate the Cowboys' defensive needs, the risk of overpaying for a single star, and the potential downsides of trading away multiple high picks for a single player. The conversation also explores the broader draft landscape, including the rising value of defensive players and the potential of other first-round targets like Denzel Boston at 20. The hosts express skepticism about the Cowboys trading up for a receiver at 20, favoring depth and value over star names, and highlight Colton Hood as a strong, under-the-radar cornerback option at that spot.
Bruce Feldman's mock draft has the Cowboys trading up to #3 to select David Bailey, but the proposed compensation may not reflect realistic trade value.
Moving up to #3 would require paying a 'tax'—over $2,400 in trade value—making it costly unless the player is truly elite.
The Cowboys are reportedly evaluating Bailey and Reese, with Bailey seen as a 'difference maker' due to his elite quickness and power.
Despite interest in moving up, many analysts believe the Cowboys should prioritize depth over chasing one star, especially with multiple defensive needs.
At pick 20, Colton Hood is emerging as a strong, underrated cornerback option, while Denzel Boston is a high-upside receiver but not a top fit for Dallas.
Introduction and Sponsor Segment
The episode opens with a sponsored message for Vivantes Hauptstadtpflege in Berlin, promoting training programs in Altenpflege, followed by a transition into the draft discussion.
The Trade-Up Debate: Cowboys to #3 for David Bailey?
“If you got the two, Bob, who would you take? I would probably want Bailey. I think they would take Reese.”
Trade Value Analysis and Realistic Compensation
“You're not paying less, you're paying more. Right. On the chart, Arizona's pick is worth $2,200. Dallas is worth $1,200. So in theory, you'd probably have to come up with $2,400, $2,500, something like that.”
Evaluating Bailey, Reese, and the Draft Landscape
“He'll get off the ball really quick but then shut it down and make a move as fast as he got off the ball. That's why it's such a problem for tackles in space.”
Pick 20 and the Case for Depth Over Stars
The discussion shifts to the Cowboys’ pick at #20, with Denzel Boston and Colton Hood as top options. The hosts argue against trading up for a receiver and instead advocate for selecting a high-impact corner like Hood to build depth.
“He'll get off the ball really quick but then shut it down and make a move as fast as he got off the ball.”
“If you tell me that at 12 and at 20 I can get an 8 out of 10 and a 6 out of 10 versus getting a 10 out of 10 at 2, I'm going to take the two other players.”
“You're not paying less, you're paying more.”
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Guest
Dallas Cowboys
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Shan
person
RJ Choppy
person
Bobby Roberto Belt
person
David Bailey
person
Arvel Reese
person
Bruce Feldman
person
Denzel Boston
person
Colton Hood
person
Arizona Cardinals
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