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There should be offensive line options for the Cowboys in the first round.
The Dallas Cowboys offensive line play in 2024 left much to be desired. Both Tyler Guyton and Terence Steele struggled all season, especially in pass protection, and Zack Martin didn't play up to his normal standards before landing on injured reserve after battling through multiple injuries.
Heading into 2025 upgrading this unit could be a top priority in the offseason. Better play from both their tackles would go a long ways in improving this unit, and possibly replacing Martin, who is now a free agent and possibly mulling retirement, is another issue.
Today, we look at three versatile offensive lineman the Cowboys could target in the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft with the 12th overall pick or in a trade down scenario.
To get a better idea of where these prospects could be slotted in the draft, we're also providing Pro Football Network's Lead Analyst Dalton Miller's thoughts from his Top 100 Big Board rankings.
Armand Membou is not only one of "my guys", but also my favorite offensive lineman in the entire 2025 draft class. He brings to mind Tyler Smith coming out of Tulsa. He's just 20 years old and plays with a nasty streak that would be a welcomed addition to the Cowboys offensive line. He also has a versatility to play either right guard or tackle at a high level. He could immediately step in to replace Zack Martin at RG as a rookie or quite possibly replace Terence Steele at RT if they believe Brock Hoffman is a capable full-time starter.
Per Dalton Miller's PFN Top 100 rankings:
15) Armand Membou, OT, Missouri
Height: 6’3”
Weight: 314
Player Archetype: Freak Athlete Book End
All Armand Membou did in 2024 was face some of the best pass rushers in this class, only to best them in battle at right tackle. However, despite his accolades, Membou’s also receiving the tackle-to-guard treatment, but I’m putting my foot down on this one.
Membou possesses more than enough length and mobility not only to survive but to thrive on the outside. He was on Bruce Feldman’s “Freaks List,” and what issues do arise on tape would be magnified, not mitigated, by a move inside (underwhelming core strength/anchor specifically versus sturdier rushers).
Opinions vary as to what Kelvin Banks' best position is at the next level. Some still view him as a starting caliber left tackle, while others believe he'd be best served kicking inside to guard. That though is the kind of versatility the Cowboys like a long their offensive line. Banks could follow a similar path as what Martin did entering the NFL, going from collegiate LT to RG. He has the required toolset as well as the prototypical size and length to play either position at a high level and could...
