The Dallas Cowboys were recently awarded three more picks in the 2023 NFL Draft thanks to the compensatory pick system. While getting these extra picks mitigates some of the pain of losing free agents, the ends may not justify the means.
Based on the calculation released by the league, the Cowboys were credited for losing defensive end Randy Gregory, guard Connor Williams, and wide receiver Cedrick Wilson during last year’s offseason. Signings and departures have to meet certain criteria for the size of the contract, the player’s snap counts with his new team, and other factors like Pro Bowl and All-Pro recognition.