Cowboys Draft Drew Shelton: Quality Over Quantity

On April 25, Dallas Cowboys just snagged Penn State Offensive Tackle Drew Shelton with

the 112th overall pick on day 3 of the Over.

Draft.

This 6 with 5, 313-pound Pennsylvania Kid started two years at left tackle for the Nidini

Lions.

After trading away some later picks, their whole 2026 class now comes from the top 140

selections, aiming for quality Over, Quantity.

They open strong with 3 defensive studs, Caleb Downs, Malachai Lawrence and Jay-Shan

Barham to boost that unit under Coordinator Christian, Parker.

Then they switch gears to offense, grabbing Shelton for crucial depth behind Tyler

Gaiden.

No more bottom heavy day 3 flyers, this is about players who can contribute right away.

Scouts are buzzing about his athleticism.

Dane Bruegler from the athletic calls him a swing tackle with starter upside if he bokes

up his strength.

Hence, Zeerlin highlights his fluidity from a basketball background, perfect for zone

schemes, but notes consistency issues without more power.

Others like NFL Draftbuzz point to his improved pass pro, allowing just one sack and over

350 snaps last year, though run blocking.

Lags and he needs better anchor against bulls.

Todd McShay and Profileball Network see him as versatile depth with starter potential

in the right system.

Shelton's movement skills fit Dallas's needs, adding competition and insurance of front.

With the draft wrapping up, expect them to keep wheeling and dealing for that edge.