Cowboys mock draft roundup: It’s a toss-up between offense and defense

With the 26th pick in this year’s NFL Draft, the Dallas Cowboys undoubtedly will aim to select a player who can make an impact quickly. Whether that player is on offense or defense, the front office will likely ensure their selection is a guy who can play right away – rather than chasing a developmental project.

Now I’m not here to tell you which side of the ball or player they should target. Rather than that, I’m here to give you the consensus outlook that could hint at which side they favor or prospect.

However, after skimming through several mock drafts, I can’t tell which side, prospect, or position the team likely targets in the first round. But that’s not entirely bad, as it gives an outlook that people believe they’re aiming for the best player available, and they’re not narrowing on just one position.

So with that in mind, check out which players were selected in these four mock drafts below.

CBS Sports: Clemson lb trenton Simpson

We start with CBS writer Josh Edward’s mock draft, as he has the Cowboys drafting Clemson LB Trenton Simpson, who he describes as having a versatile skillset. 

This pick isn’t bad, as Simpson has freakish athleticism and speed that the team could pair with Linebacker Micah Parsons. Additionally, with LB Leighton Vander Esch possibly leaving in free agency, adding Simpson could bode well for their future.

If you told me Parsons, Simpson, and LBs Damone Clark and Jabril Cox make up my linebacker room, then I’m a happy camper.