The Great Dallas Draft Caper: How Many Picks Did They REALLY Have in 2023?
Alright, Cowboys Nation, buckle up for a history lesson that involves more confusion than a Zeke Elliott fumble at the 1-yard line. We're diving deep into the murky waters of the 2023 NFL Draft and the ever-elusive question: how many darn picks did the Dallas Cowboys actually have?
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The Original Seven: A Hopeful Start
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The draft board lights up, Jerry Jones throws a metaphorical fist pump (because real fist pumps might disrupt the pristine hair), and the Cowboys are on the clock with their seven pristine draft picks. We're talking a whole smorgasbord of potential talent, ready to be scooped up and molded into Dallas' next generation of stars.
The Plot Thickens: The Case of the Disappearing Picks
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But hold on to your Stetsons, folks, because things get about as twisted as a Dez Bryant sideline tantrum. It turns out, those seven draft picks weren't quite as set in stone as Jerry's sculpted jawline. Remember that time they traded away a pick for a shiny new offensive weapon (cough, cough, Brandin Cooks)? Yeah, that subtracts one. Let's not forget the whole "strategic maneuvering" (or maybe just plain maneuvering) to snag cornerback Stephon Gilmore. There goes another one.
Compensatory Picks: A Glimmer of Hope (or a Participation Trophy?)
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Now, the NFL being the generous league it is, throws the Cowboys a bone (or maybe a participation trophy) in the form of compensatory picks. These are basically consolation prizes for losing good players in free agency. The Cowboys, bless their hearts, were apparently very "generous" in 2023, so they might get a couple of these back. But hey, at least it's something, right?
The Verdict: The Case of the Shrinking Draft Pool
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So, after all this mathematical gymnastics worthy of a Cirque du Soleil contortionist, how many picks did the Cowboys actually end up with? Drumroll please... We're looking at a somewhat respectable seven, maybe eight depending on those glorious compensatory picks coming through.
The Moral of the Story?
The moral of the story? Keep your friends close and your draft picks closer. Especially if you're the Dallas Cowboys. In the end, they managed to navigate the draft with their usual bravado, even if it left fans slightly confused and clutching their draft boards for dear life.
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