Dallas Cowboys

(Round Drafted. Name - Position)

1. Felix Jones - RB

1. Mike Jenkins - CB

2. Martellus Bennett - TE

4. Tashard Choice - RB

5. Orlando Scandrick - CB

6. Erik Waldren - DE

First Impressions - The Cowboys draft can be classified as one that hopes to get Jerry Jones' franchise some year one results - and hopfully a Lombardi Trophy. Round One's Felix Jones will complement Marion Barber and play a fairly important role in his first NFL season, his speed and quickness being a nice change of pace from Barber's bulldozer style.

Mike Jenkins will also get playing time his rookie season. He's a solid cover corner, though not necessarily a ballhawk (he had just six interceptions in 48 collegiate games). Still, he's a good corner who can keep receivers locked down - and make tackles when necessary.

And in the second round the Cowboys drafted Martellus Bennett who will most likely get to make contributions in 2008. If nothing else, he's a great blocker who needs to refine his abilities in the passing game. Still, a solid pick who will see some balls thrown his way in '08.

Fantasy Impact - Though Bennett might get some catches next year, Felix Jones is definitely the player to watch. He could potentially start the season as the team's third down back and get a decent number of touches. He's a top-notch receiver out of the backfield and it wouldn't surprise me if he scored a few times this year.

But don't forget about fourth round pick Tashard Choice, another running back. He could also end up as a third down back because he blocks like a fullback, thus offering pass protection, and runs with power, giving the Cowboys that option, as well.

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