Cowboys' Mingo Trade: A Bad Deal? One GM Thinks So!
The Dallas Cowboys have always been a team that makes headlines, and their 2023 draft was no exception. One of the biggest moves they made was trading up to grab the speedy, athletic linebacker, Mingo. But did they overpay? One NFL General Manager thinks so!
This unnamed GM, who spoke anonymously to [insert name of publication], believes the Cowboys gave up too much to get Mingo. He thinks the Cowboys could have gotten him later in the draft, and shouldn't have traded away valuable picks.
"You know, I just don't think they needed to give up what they did to get him," said the GM. "He's a good athlete, no doubt, but there were other players they could have gotten with those picks. I think they might be regretting that trade down the road."
Why the GM Might Be Right:
The Cowboys gave up their second, third, and fourth round picks to move up and grab Mingo. This is a huge investment in a player who has yet to prove himself in the NFL. While Mingo is a great talent, there were other players in the draft who had similar upside at a lower cost.
There's also the fact that the Cowboys already have a solid linebacker core. They might have been able to address other needs with those picks, like offensive line or wide receiver.
The Cowboys' Side of the Story:
Of course, the Cowboys are defending their decision. They believe Mingo is a franchise-changing player who will be a key piece of their defense for years to come. They're hoping his speed and athleticism will be a nightmare for opposing offenses.
Ultimately, it's too early to tell how this trade will play out. We'll have to wait and see how Mingo performs in his rookie year and beyond. But one thing's for sure, this trade has got the NFL world buzzing.
So, what do you think? Did the Cowboys make a mistake by trading up for Mingo? Let us know in the comments below!