After seven years, the Dallas Cowboys have finally used a draft pick on a quarterback to add to their roster.
With the 135th overall pick of the 2016 NFL Draft, the Cowboys selected Mississippi State star play-caller Dak Prescott.
Prescott, the most decorated player in MSU history, is a two-time All-American and two-time All-SEC quarterback. He was just the second quarterback in MSU’s history to earn consecutive All-SEC first-team honors.
He owns 38 school records; 15 career, 15 single-season and eight single-game.
At 6’2″, 226 pounds, Prescott’s thick, muscular frame has proven it can withstand the grind of the gridiron, something the Cowboys need in a QB. Although he was beat up due to a poor offensive line last season, getting behind experienced offensive lineman combined with his natural arm strength is something Dallas will be able to fall back on if Tony Romo goes down again.
Prescott will need to work on his quickness and polish up his mechanics to become a full-time starter in the NFL.
