ASHBURN — When Ricky Jean Francois watches film of the Dallas Cowboy’s offensive line, the Washington Redskins’ defensive end very much feels like he’s watching a carbon copy of his own teammates.
The Cowboys still heavily feature most of the techniques and formations Redskins’ offensive line coach Bill Callahan implemented last season in Dallas. Callahan guided the transformation of the Cowboys’ line, which continues to be regarded as the best in the NFL, by turning three first-round draft picks — left tackle Tyron Smith, center Travis Frederick and right guard Zack Martin — into starters. Dallas also drafted LSU standout La’El Collins, who has started six consecutive games since replacing Ronald Leary at left guard.