Dallas Cowboys 2018 Mock Draft: Four Rounds

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ATHENS, GA – NOVEMBER 4: Roquan Smith #3 (Photo by Scott Cunningham/Getty Images) /

First Round – Roquan Smith, LB, Georgia

While the Dallas Cowboys could use help everywhere on defense, linebacker seems to be reappearing as the top need for this team. Sean Lee is the best player on this defense and his absence is noticeable. When Lee is on the field, teams average 3.5 rushing yards per carry. When he’s been on the sideline, teams have averaged a staggering 5.3 yards. It’s highlighted the lack of depth in this unit in a big way. /

Jaylon Smith is still trying to bounce back from a devastating knee injury that nearly ended his career. Anthony Hitchens has been great but has missed a lot of time due to injury himself. Damien Wilson has been having off-the-field issues and has missed time. All-in-all, this unit needs life. Enter Roquan Smith.

Few people knew of Smith before the season started, but he has made a name for himself in a big way. He’s racked up an impressive 91 tackles and 3.5 sacks. Many will point to his lack of size and the impact it may have at the next level. But Smith’s athleticism and instincts are off the charts. He’s an aggressive defender who acts like a magnet to the ball.

Despite being undersized, Smith has been a force on a stingy Georgia defense. His traits should translate well to the next level, like the Steelers’ Ryan Shazier. Smith would be a huge addition to his defense and a likely starter right out of the gate.

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