Who The Cowboys Draft 2017

Okay, Cowboys fans, let's rewind the clock a bit! We're hopping in the time machine back to 2017 to revisit a draft that feels like both yesterday and a lifetime ago. Why? Because draft analysis is fun! It's like being a detective, piecing together clues and predicting the future. And for us Cowboys enthusiasts, it's a chance to relive some memories (good and maybe some slightly less good) and see how those draft choices shaped the team we know and love today. Plus, understanding past drafts can help us better appreciate current roster decisions and future draft strategies. It's all connected!

Whether you're a complete NFL newbie, a family trying to understand the game better, or a die-hard hobbyist who bleeds silver and blue, understanding the 2017 Cowboys draft has something to offer. For beginners, it’s a simple case study: see which players were selected, what positions they played, and how their careers panned out. This helps you grasp the basic process of building a team through the draft. For families, it can spark interesting conversations around the dinner table – "Remember when we thought Chidobe Awuzie was going to be the next Deion Sanders?" (Spoiler alert: He wasn't, but it's a fun discussion point!). For hobbyists, it’s an opportunity for deep dives into player stats, scouting reports, and what-if scenarios. Did the Cowboys miss out on a future superstar? Could they have used that pick on someone else who would have filled a bigger need? The possibilities are endless!

So, who did the Cowboys draft in 2017? Their first-round pick was Taco Charlton, a defensive end from Michigan. He was intended to bolster the pass rush, but unfortunately, things didn't quite work out as planned. He was later released and found success elsewhere. In the second round, they selected Chidobe Awuzie, a cornerback from Colorado. Awuzie became a solid contributor for the Cowboys for several seasons before moving on to the Cincinnati Bengals. In the third round, the Cowboys selected two players: Wide Receiver Ryan Switzer (who was later traded) and Safety Jourdan Lewis who has been a consistently reliable player in the secondary.

Beyond the headline picks, the Cowboys also added players like Xavier Woods (Safety), Marquez White (Cornerback), and Noah Brown (Wide Receiver) in the later rounds. Some of these players carved out roles on the team, while others had shorter stints in Dallas. Thinking about the draft, consider how it addresses team needs. The Cowboys were clearly looking to strengthen their defense and add some receiving options. This is a standard approach for any team during the draft. They identify their weaknesses and target players who can fill those gaps.

Want to dive deeper? Here are some practical tips: First, look up the draft results online. ESPN and NFL.com are great resources. Second, read some analysis from that time. See what the experts were saying about each pick before they played a single snap. This helps you avoid hindsight bias. Third, track the careers of these players. How did their performance compare to expectations? Finally, compare the Cowboys' 2017 draft to other teams' drafts from the same year. Who made the best picks? Who had the biggest busts?

Ultimately, reliving the 2017 NFL draft is a fantastic reminder that building a successful team is a complex and often unpredictable process. While not every pick panned out exactly as the Cowboys hoped, it’s a valuable lesson in team building and evaluating talent. It's fun to analyze, debate, and dream about the future of America’s Team. And hey, there's always next year's draft to look forward to! It's a captivating part of being a Cowboys fan, and a reminder that hope springs eternal, even when looking back.