Head coach DeMeco Ryans has reached the top of the coaching ladder in the place where he began his playing career and now he says he has "hit the ground running," to transform the Texans into a legitimate threat in the AFC South. CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. In the NFL, he projects best as a Will linebacker in a 4-3 . After the season they had last year, with all the challenges they faced, I don't expect them to let their guard down against another good team. That much isnt changing anytime soon, even if Parsons splits time at defensive end. With Dan Quinn staying as the team's defensive coordinator, do you think that might help keep some of the Cowboys' defensive free agents? His workouts so far: 40-yard dash: 4.54(u)Vertical: 34Broad jump: 10-3, Brooks Kubena (@BKubena) April 26, 2021. North Vancouver 604-985-9321; North Vancouver - Spicer 604-973-1543; Every NFL team will have some form of representation at the pro day event according to the program with measurements already starting. Peep his measurables web below, and the accompanying percentiles. From there, he'll need to prove his value to be viewed as a possible option as starter should the Cowboys lose Tyron Smith or La'El Collins to injury, but his football foundation is promising enough to give him a shot. It is highly recommended that you use the latest versions of a supported browser in order to receive an optimal viewing experience. As a three time national champion at North Dakota State, Cox's lone season in Baton Rouge wasn't one riddled with wins but he did prove that he could not. It's a stacked room of wideouts in North Texas, though, so Fehoko better bring the smoke if he wants to be a part of the fire. 2023 NFL Enterprises LLC. Also, athletically, he tested far above his eventual pick and more comparable to one who might've been taken several rounds prior. Even before recent events, the linebacker hierarchy was well established. The following browsers are supported: Chrome, Edge (v80 and later), Firefox and Safari. Cox is built more like a safety than a defensive end such as Barr. Just curious to what the big takeaways from this game would be for the Cowboys' perspective? "I'm gonna get in where I fit in," he told Dallas media after getting the call from Jerry Jones on Day 3. He's easy to pick out from a crowd as well, standing 6-foot-10 with a killer jump shot. Having finished No. PLANER THICKNESS 12" BENCH-TOP: Image for reference only Actual item may look different Click on image for larger view. Rounds 2 and 3 are set for April 30, with the final four rounds set for May 1. Israel Mukuamu, DB. The door has certainly been opened and opportunities are just around the corner. The upward trajectory should continue if Cox tests well at LSU on Monday. It stands to reason opportunities like this are ahead for Cox just like they were for Smith. Farniok stands at 6-foot-5, 311 pounds, plenty of mass to make it difficult for an opposing interior defensive lineman to have his way. JOSH BACKMAN / TARRYTOWN, NY. In deciding to select him on Day 3, the Cowboys feel comfortable adding him to the roster after having dug into his past, but he'll have a lot of repair work to do from a PR standpoint that must include a demonstration of growth and professional conduct that allows everyone to focus on what he brings as a football player; and with the Cowboys, he'll have plenty of opportunities to serve the community as well (should he so choose). If something goes down, there are likely to be host of factors involved. Rob: I get what you're saying, because the defense has given up some big plays and coverage is probably Jabril Cox's best skill at the linebacker position. Just curious to what the big takeaways from this game would be for the Cowboys' perspective? Its what comes after thats worth discussing. 20-32, while other slot the LSU star in the second round. NFL footage NFL Productions LLC. Kelly will be reuniting with former Notre Dame defensive coordinator and UConn head coach Bob Diaco. Dallas owner Jerry Jones said this week not to get stupid about need when drafting, insisting they'd take the best players on their board. At this point in his career, what can the Cowboys do to get better play from their starting quarterback? What takeaways are there from the Chiefs' ability to sustain success? All rights reserved. From 2019-2020 he had a missed tackle rate of 12% (which is actually isnt bad). A takeaway-thirsty defense needs what he brings in that arena. Standing at 6-foot-4, 327 pounds, his physical frame is nearly as imposing as former LSU standout Tyler Shelvin. After going virtual during the pandemic a year ago, the draft will take placein multiple downtownCleveland locations, includingFirstEnergy Stadium, theRock & Roll Hall of Fameand theGreat Lakes Science Center. He's easy to pick out from a crowd as well, standing 6-foot-10 with a killer jump shot. What position of need would you like to see the team fill in free agency in order to help make sure of that? West has written for the Daily Reveille, Rivals and the Advocate as a stringer covering prep sports as well. Even the worst teams in the league have at least a few great players, which is what makes every week challenging. A report by NFL.com's. 1 WR. I think in his limited role he showed the ability to cover. The Dallas Cowboys continue to stockpile defensive players in the 2021 NFL Draft. Colts general manager Chris Ballard said he's heard the noise that his team is predestined to trade up to the first pick of the 2023 NFL Draft and select a quarterback. Mailbag: More Jabril Cox? What position of need would you like to see the team fill in free agency in order to help make sure of that? He can be slow to diagnose, but when Cox sees a play, he can hit. Or, if he begins at safety as projected at the moment, the inverse will occur. All rights reserved. Banks will not take advantage of a sixth season of eligibility after only appearing in two games in 2022 due to injury. Weve discussed it already and since it tends to be sensitive topic to a certain faction of Cowboys fans, lets move past it. The 2021 NFL Draft will be held from Thursday, April 29 through Saturday, May 1. Mike McCarthy harped on the fact he wants speed, speed and more speed added to the Cowboys roster. He played college football at North Dakota State, where he won three FCS championships and was named MVFC defensive player in 2018 before transferring to LSU in 2020. At his pro day this week, Cox was set for a verified 40-yard dash, short shuttle, 3-Cone, vertical and broad jump, and a max on the 225-pound bench press. ", Jabril Cox, LB. Miami Dolphins general manager Chris Grier told reporters Wednesday that the club is weighing the options for quarterback Tua Tagovailoa ahead of the fifth-year option deadline and isn't ruling out an extension this offseason. Presented by. With the addition of Barr and the improved play of Leighton Vander Esch, cracking the three-man rotation that includes Micah Parsons is obviously very difficult. That's the collective thought when hearing the Cowboys took a safety off of the board, and while it wasn't one of the more heralded prospects still available in the sixth round, Mukuamu has some juice. Considering all three have been starters at some point, as Wilson is currently, that's a great batting average for McClay and the Cowboys when swinging for the position in the sixth. All Rights Reserved. 115 overall) Saturday: Name: Jabril Cox. Cox has outstanding coverage ability, in both man and zone. Granted, he did so because Parsons needed more time at defensive end and Keanu Neal was on the COVID IR, but such is the nature of the beast. With the NFL draftonly four days away, the clock is ticking for the Tiger linebacker to work out for scouts. The league office has not announced all the specifics for this years event, but fans will be allowed into the draft festivities. CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. Commissioner.com is a registered trademark of CBS Interactive Inc. site: media | arena: nfl | pageType: stories | Standing still, you'll see his 6-foot-4, 222-pound frame and assume he's not the fastest guy around. NFL Network coverage will also begin at 10 a.m. CT and continue throughout the day. LSU's Pro Day kicks off on Wednesday morning at the LSU Football Operations Building, and all 32 NFL teams are expected to be in attendance. Wide Receivers Noon Specialists 12:15 p.m. Additional Workouts, 11:15 1:30 p.m. Post-Workout Zoom Interviews. Jabril Cox: Education| Madden| Brother| Highlights| 40 Time Education: Madden: Flip over to special teams, and Luke Gifford is one of the core players there at linebacker. Cox has opportunity to be potential steal as he fits modern NFL linebacker position perfectly. With the competition question marks put to rest and another nice showing in Mobile at the Senior Bowl, expect to hear Coxs name somewhere on Day 2 with the type of talent to become one of the better coverage linebackers in the entire league. Cox didn't get much in his rookie season; only nine total snaps from Weeks 1-8. Why not invite him to training camp and have a competition? As Joseph can attest, Bohana is a big-bodied 1-tech that simply devours blocks. With a new round of players entering free agency, is this a good strategy? And being raised a Dallas fan will only help his motivation going forward. I thought Donovan Wilson would follow Quinn for sure. The selection of Cox could further portend to the Cowboys not picking up LVE's fifth-year option. That may sound slim but those are pretty good odds compared to other positions. One year ago, LSU set a school record with five players selected in the first round of the NFL Draft, headlined by No. Quick Take: Chase is battling the likes of Alabama's Devonta Smith and Jaylen Waddle to become the first wide receiver taken in the Top 10. Click the link below to see each player's results from the day. They measured a 32 arm length and a 79 wingspan. The 24-year-old also excels in academics, a nod to his overall ability to process information, and has the pedigree of being surrounded by three brothers who play offensive line as well. "Someone who can do multiple things for them on the defense, be able to play special teams, coming in packages in all three downs; just being anything that the coach would want. My love for the Cowboys would not let me root for the Eagles at all, but I did appreciate the great game and happy for the ending. His presence will also likely remove the return duties away from former first-round pick CeeDee Lamb, who very nearly suffered a devastating knee injury at one point last season when operating in that role. The linebacker had already been measured by NFL representatives at 6-foot-2, 233 pounds at the Senior Bowl with a 32 arm length and a 79 wingspan. Many observers had him ranked as early as the second round. LSU linebacker Jabril Cox on former teammate NDSU quarterback Trey Lance: 'He's one of the best in this draft class'. A long, athletic linebacker who exhibits tremendous range and athleticism, Cox was a major part of three FCS national championships at North Dakota State. Coverage on the SEC Network begins at 10 a.m. CT with former LSU standout and NFL Super Bowl Champion Ryan Clark on site providing analysis and interviews with coaches and players. Height/Weight: 6-3/230. He recorded 37 tackles (6.5 for a loss), one sack, three interceptions, and one touchdown. 1 in receiving yards and in receiving yards per reception for the Cardinal, Fehoko now joins tight end Dalton Schultz as two former Stanford players suiting up in Dak Prescott's war chest. Overall, Jaylon Smith and Leighton Vander Esch have done well with more snaps. Jabril Cox was drafted with pick 115 of round 4 in the 2021 draft class. "Cox was the 45th-ranked player on PFF's draft board and has earned coverage grades over 80.0 in each of the past three seasons between North Dakota State and LSU,'' PFF writes. "He's an all-time competitor," Farniok said. With the NFL draft only four days away, the clock is ticking for the Tiger linebacker to work out for scouts. The bottom line is the Cowboys have a great depth problem at LB, and more so when/if Damone Clark is activated. news Do not duplicate in any form without permission of the Dallas Cowboys. 85 overall, No. Needless to say, the Dallas Cowboys now have a lot of talent at the linebacker position. With Dak's return to AT&T Stadium, and all the emotion from the Philly game, do you think we need to be wary about the Carolina game being a trap game? A large variety of different weight-training benches you can buy exist, so selecting one that fits your exercise needs is important. The SEC the conference overall its the closest thing to the NFL,he told us after the Senior Bowl. He's a true 1-tech that aims to be the best at one thing and one thing only: making you think twice about running the ball. Over the last few years, the Cowboys have preferred to spend their big free-agent money on their own players. Manufacturer: RIDGID: Model: TP1300LS : Daily: $76.00: Weekly: $328.00: Add of the above items to my quote request for . Since he tested so close to the draft, Cox's testing remains unofficialhttps://t.co/Q22FbWzSAr #RAS #Cowboys pic.twitter.com/zWlP02r1Y4, Kent Lee Platte (@MathBomb) May 1, 2021. It is highly recommended that you use the latest versions of a supported browser in order to receive an optimal viewing experience. "Those are key components to being great.". The 6-foot-8, 308 pound prospect allowed only three sacks on 687 collegiate pass attempts and the Cowboys entered the draft needing help/depth on their offensive line. This isn't the first time the Cowboys held off on grabbing a "safety" until the sixth round, and it worked out well for them in seasons past. Dak Prescott now has seven years under his belt and will turn 30 before next season. As a three time national champion at North Dakota State, Cox's lone season in Baton Rouge wasn't one riddled with wins but he did prove that he could not only keep up with SEC talent but thrive with his playmaking. "He's one of the best in the game right now. 85 overall, No. Defensive Backs 11 a.m. Linebackers 11:15 a.m. Now, he's trying to achieve the rare feat of hearing his name called in a secondpro sportsdraft. I was in a Cowboys helmet and Cowboy jersey. He wants to not only win the rep, but dominate it. When the Dallas Cowboys opted to release him this week, it wasnt for just one reason, there were multiple factors working together money, ability, the positional depth, etc. Jabril Cox was drafted with pick 115 of round 4 in the 2021 draft class. The Rundown: Based on pre-draft projections, Cox might prove to be a steal in the fourth round. Cox is likely more long-term in Quinns vision, but that doesnt mean Cox cant carve out a role right now. 2021 LSU Pro Day - Schedule of Events for Wednesday, March 31All Times Central and subject to change, 8 a.m. - Player Measurements (Indoor Practice Facility), 8:25 a.m. - Combine Testing (Indoor Practice Facility) Vertical Jump Broad Jump Bench Press, 9:35 a.m. - On-Field Testing (Indoor Practice Facility) 40-yard dash Pro Agility Drill 3-Cone Drill 60-yard shuttle (skill players), 10:45 a.m. Cox will be visiting LSU next week, and he discussed his wants and. "I'm a plug," he told Dallas media. " A well-rounded receiver that is as physically aggressive as he is stealthy and fast, any opposing defender better both eat their Wheaties and strap on their jet pack before they line up against him. Bench Press: 23 reps (from past video, not this morning), 40-yard dash: 4.50 seconds (first attempt). Dak Prescott now has seven years under his belt and will turn 30 before next season. Ball has great lateral foot movement, frame and range to delete a lot of bend from a pass rusher, with a strong enough anchor to stall a bull rush. Defensive Line 11:30 a.m. Fullbacks 11:45 a.m. "Jabril Cox is an athletic coverage specialist who needs to add play strength to become a full time contributor in the run game. Quick Take: McMath had to play behind the likes of Justin Jefferson, Ja'Marr Chase and Terrace Marshall Jr., which could give a team a chance to steal a talented wideout in this year's draft. Jabril Cox had a wonderful preseason, but I'm not exactly sure what we saw that pointed toward him being a major contributor? There will be no NFL Combine this year in Indianapolis, with NFL teams forced to focus in on each school's Pro Day in order to get evaluations in on the nation's top college football players. I'm proud, and I'm ready to roll.". It wouldn't be a Cowboys draft without some sort of controversy, and Ball adds the latest round of it. I love the team's makeup. Cox held his pro day on Monday at 10 a.m. in the universitys facilities. At this point in his career, what can the Cowboys do to get better play from their starting quarterback? CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. (Photo: Jonathan Bachman / Stringer, Getty), (Photo: Mark J. Rebilas, USA TODAY Sports), (Photo: Gus Stark / LSU Athletics, USA TODAY Sports), After going virtual during the pandemic a year ago, the draft will take placein multiple downtownCleveland locations, including. According to Pro Football Focus, Cox allowed zero touchdowns and recorded zero penalties while accumulating three interceptions across 352 coverage snaps. and a max on the 225-pound bench press. But what have the Eagles done since their disastrous 4-11-1 season in 2020 that the Cowboys could learn from? And when you consider the Cowboys are using Jayron Kearse and Donovan Wilson down in the box at times, there isn't a lot of room for Cox to play in sub-packages. 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