Round 5, Pick 152: Markel Bell, Offensive Tackle, Miami (FL)
The Cowboys’ fifth pick sees them selecting their first offensive player. Markel Bell is a massive 6’9″, 346-pound tackle from Miami, FL. His unique size and extraordinary wing span make him an intriguing late-round pick. His size may limit his overall quickness, which could pose challenges in the NFL, where edge rushers are typically much faster than in college. With the right coaching staff, these issues could potentially be addressed by leveraging his length. The Cowboys have a recent history of successfully developing offensive linemen, making this a promising landing spot for the big guy.
Round 5, Pick 177: DeShon Singleton, Safety, Nebraska
With the Cowboys’ sixth pick, they select explosive safety DeShon Singleton from Nebraska. Singleton boasts impressive size, standing at 6’2″ and weighing 205 pounds, with nearly 33-inch arms. Although he struggled with missed tackles,having a miss rate of 11.1% on his attempts, his ability to close gaps quickly due to his explosive speed makes him a promising pick late in the draft. With great coaching, he has the potential to improve his weaknesses and develop into a solid rotational safety.
