Moore: If Dallas Cowboys wait until 2nd round to address O-line, here are two names to keep in mind

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Travis Frederick (72) of the Wisconsin Badgers awaits the start of play against the Northern Illinois Huskies at Soldier Field on September 17, 2011 in Chicago, Illinois. Wisconsin defeated Northern Illinois 49-7.


I think a guard/center would be awesome in 2nd round like Barrett Jones. Can’t rely on Mackenzy Bernadeau/Costa. Would you agree?

David Moore: Given how the chips fall in the first round, it's not out of the question that the Cowboys wind up with a defensive lineman or safety and try to address their offensive line needs in the second. Not sure Barrett Jones will still be on the board at No. 47. But I could see Wisconsin center Travis Frederick or Syracuse tackle Justin Pugh being there.


After WR Anthony Armstrong was re-signed, the Cowboys reportedly had slightly less than $5 million in salary cap space. Is that really enough to sign the draft picks AND the usual flock of undrafted rookie free agents? If not, who is next likely to be cut or restructured to create the space?

David Moore: It's enough when you consider this: the Cowboys will free up another $2 million after June 1 and will get about $3.5 million for their draft pool. Still, this isn't much to work with. Another nip here or tuck there isn't out of the question, especially if the club wants to sign another proven veteran free agent or two.


I think it's very important that the Cowboys sign a couple of "significant" free agents before the draft...Laurent Robinson and Eric Winston. That way they have more flexibility during the draft. Your thoughts?

David Moore: I understand what you're saying, but let's turn that around for a second. Let's say the Cowboys sign Winston, then find guards Chance Warmack and Jonathan Cooper are gone before they pick in the first round. The best player on the board is tackle D.J. Fluker, but the Cowboys have already filled a tackle spot with Winston, which persuades them to turn to another position. I believe the Cowboys are sitting in the sweet spot of offensive line talent at No. 18 if this draft unfolds the way many do. That's why I don't believe it's crucial to sign Winston before the draft. As for Robinson, his health issues make him a candidate to look at after the draft.



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