5 things the Cowboys could have done instead of drafting Mazi Smith

As the 26th pick was approaching, the Cowboys were working the phones in the war room. It was reported that the Kansas City Chiefs and Las Vegas Raiders were hoping to move up to Dallas’ spot, offers which the team turned down.

Kyle Youmans reports the Cowboys turned down trade down offers from Kansas City (31) and Las Vegas (38)

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However, the offers might not have been strong enough for the Cowboys to consider moving. The 31st pick from the Chiefs, plus what else they were offering wasn’t enticing enough, and the Raiders were prepared to give up their pick in the second round, 38th overall, plus more to trade for the 26th pick. Whatever the compensation was, it wasn’t sufficient for Dallas.

Or perhaps the Cowboys were set on drafting their guy in Smith. It turned out to be a smart decision as the Chiefs were hoping to move up and draft Smith for themselves.

Still, the Cowboys could’ve gotten a quality player at 31, or 38, and added to their draft stock. It might be a missed opportunity.