The Dallas Cowboys need a safety. Despite interest in both Earl Thomas and Eric Berry, the team chose not to invest the cap resources needed to acquire these savvy veteran safeties. They were able to sign George Iloka to a one-year deal, but he is neither the short-term or long-term answer. The team must make a greater effort to improve at the safety position as this wasn’t accomplished through free agency. So, now what?
The front office could turn to the draft to help find their answer. A couple weeks ago, we pondered if this could be the year the Cowboys finally use a premium draft pick on a safety?