Summary
The Dallas Cowboys are showing interest in drafting David Bailey, a top college football pass rusher from Texas Tech. To draft him, they may need to trade up to the No. 3 pick in the upcoming NFL Draft. The Cowboys are looking to strengthen their defense, which performed poorly last season.
Key Facts
- The Dallas Cowboys are interested in Texas Tech's David Bailey, who excelled in college football last season.
- Bailey co-led the Football Bowl Subdivision (FBS) in sacks with 14.5, alongside Nadame Tucker from West Virginia.
- The Cowboys currently hold the 12th and 20th picks in the first round and might trade to the No. 3 spot to draft Bailey.
- Arizona currently owns the No. 3 draft pick, and trading up is said to be a possibility for Dallas.
- Bailey recorded 52 tackles, 3 forced fumbles, and was the fastest defensive end at the NFL Combine in the 40-yard dash.
- The Cowboys finished third-worst in total yards allowed and worst in passing yards allowed per game last season.
- Drafting Bailey could help Dallas improve its defensive lineup.
