Auburn defensive lineman Justin Rodgers drafted by Dallas Cowboys
Auburn defensive lineman Justin Rodgers was selected with the No. 244 pick in the seventh round of the NFL Draft by the Dallas Cowboys — one of five Tigers to hear their name called today. The defensive tackle enjoyed a four-year college career, with his first three seasons spent at Kentucky before transferring to the Plains prior to the start of the 2023 season.
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Dallas Draft Picks
Tyler
Guyton
1
Rnd
29
Pk
OL
Position
- Draft Grade: C+
- Pre-Draft Rank: 37
- School: Oklahoma
- Height: 6' 8"
- Weight: 322
Expert Commentary
The Cowboys needed a left tackle to develop and at least have a prospect now in Guyton. He’s got a bit of a way to go as far as technique is concerned, but the physical tools and frame to grow into something for the long term are there. Guyton might have a lower floor than some of the other tackle prospects, but the upside is still here.
Marshawn
Kneeland
2
Rnd
24
Pk
DL
Position
- Draft Grade: B-
- Pre-Draft Rank: 40
- School: W. Michigan
- Height: 6' 3"
- Weight: 267
Expert Commentary
The Cowboys needed to add more juice to their pass rush and found someone who has the potential to be a solid No. 2 across from Micah Parsons for the long term. Kneeland had first-round rumors, but this is a probably a more appropriate spot for him.
Cooper
Beebe
3
Rnd
9
Pk
OL
Position
- Draft Grade: A
- Pre-Draft Rank: 46
- School: Kansas St.
- Height: 6' 3"
- Weight: 322
Expert Commentary
Love this pick for Dallas. Beebe has versatility and talent to be a fixture with the Cowboys for a long time as they continue to find the next great version of their offensive line. He played guard and tackle in the same games at times for Kansas State.
Marist
Liufau
3
Rnd
23
Pk
LB
Position
- Draft Grade: C
- School: Notre Dame
- Height: 6' 2"
- Weight: 234
Expert Commentary
The Cowboys needed a real linebacker body on their roster and they got one in Liufau. No more safeties at linebacker is a good thing for Dallas, even if Liufau isn’t necessarily a star.
Caelen
Carson
5
Rnd
39
Pk
DB
Position
- School: Wake Forest
- Height: 6' 0"
- Weight: 199
Ryan
Flournoy
6
Rnd
40
Pk
WR
Position
- School: SE Missouri St.
- Height: 6' 2"
- Weight: 197
Nathan
Thomas
7
Rnd
13
Pk
OL
Position
- School: Louisiana
- Height: 6' 5"
- Weight: 332
Justin
Rogers
7
Rnd
24
Pk
DL
Position
- School: Auburn
- Height: 6' 3"
- Weight: 346
NFC East Standings
| W | L | T | Pct | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 | 5 | 0 | .706 | |
| 11 | 6 | 0 | .647 | |
| 6 | 11 | 0 | .353 | |
| 4 | 13 | 0 | .235 |
- x
- - Clinched Playoff Spot
- y
- - Clinched Division
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