Joel Klatt was just on The Ticket:
Most Underrated Player: Connor Cook
- Believes Cook to be the 3rd best QB in the draft. With all his time between the end of the season and the draft, stupid rumors and pointless info circulate. Contrary to rumors, Cook was a team captain. Believes that Paxton Lynch has a higher upside, but Cook already has all the intangibles and experience in a pro system.
Most Overrated Player: Ezekiel Elliott
- Believes that Elliott is an excellent back, but that in a strong running back year, that he'd be late first round or even second round back. Elliott never had to run the ball against loaded fronts and benefitted from the run/ pass option plays. He never had to worry about teams keying in him as he was never the best athlete on his own offense (Barret/Miller).
Contrasted that with Todd Gurley. Doesn't believe that's a fair comparison for Elliott. Gurley had to constantly run against 9-11 man fronts. Elliott ran against 6-7 man fronts and never had to consistently break tackles or make moves inside the box, which is where NFL yards are gained. Klatt believes that a more fair comparison is Melvin Gordon.
In regards to the Cowboys:
- Dallas doesn't need a running back in the 1st round and fans are delusional trying to talk themselves into it.
- Thinks that Jalen Ramsey is the best overall defender in the draft.
- Believes that Tunsil is the best offensive player in the draft.
- Don't be surprised if San Diego drafts Buckner at #3, as he is a better scheme fit for them in a 3-4.
- Believes that good running back depth is available in rounds 2-4, but next year will have an unreal amount of running back talent.