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Cowboys led charge, but entire NFC East got stronger through the draft
TL;DR
The Dallas Cowboys had a strong NFL Draft, but all NFC East teams improved significantly. The New York Giants, Philadelphia Eagles, and Washington Commanders also secured top-tier prospects to enhance their rosters.
Key points
- Dallas Cowboys had a strong NFL Draft class
- New York Giants drafted several key players
- Philadelphia Eagles and Washington Commanders also improved
- All teams believe they have better chances to win the division
- Eagles have won the NFC East for the last two seasons
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The Dallas Cowboys added several quality players in the NFL Draft, piecing together one of the stronger draft classes, according to most experts. But they weren't the only ones in the NFC East who improved their teams through the draft; the New York Giants, Philadelphia Eagles, and Washington Commanders all landed top-tier prospects.
Each team now heads into the season believing they have bettered their chances of winning a division that has been won by the Eagles the last two seasons. Let's take a look at each of the Cowboys' rivals and see just what they got in their recent draft picks and how they could help their new teams. Here's a quick look at who these teams drafted and who will be able to help immediately, and which ones will need time to develop.
New York Giants
Draft Picks: Round 1: LB/Edge Arvell Reese, Ohio StateRound 1: OT Francis Mauigoa, MiamiRound 2: CB Colton Hood, TennesseeRound 3: WR Malachi Fields, Notre DameRound 6: DT Bobby Jamison-Travis, AuburnRound 6: OG J.C. Davis, IllinoisRound 6 (No. 193): LB Jack Kelly, BYU
The Giants added quality players on both sides of the football. In Reese, Mauigoa, and Hood, the Giants added three immediate starters. Reese is beginning his career at middle linebacker, Mauigoa came into the draft as a tackle, but could be sliding inside to guard based on the Giants' presser at the end of the first round. Hood will be an upgrade at cornerback for New York, but a run on receivers forced the Giants to overpay, giving up a fourth and fifth round picks in the 2026 draft and a fourth round pick in 2027, to select Fields in the third round.
Fields could develop into a quality starter, but he is seen by some as a reach for New York. Without their fourth and fifth round picks, the Giants were forced to wait until the sixth round, where they added Jamison-Travis with the hope of filling the void on the defensive line left after the trade. Davis is an offensive guard with adequate movement skills to help protect , with Kelly being their final pick, adding depth at linebacker.
Q&A
What players did the New York Giants draft in 2023?
The New York Giants drafted LB/Edge Arvell Reese, OT Francis Mauigoa, CB Colton Hood, WR Malachi Fields, DT Bobby Jamison-Travis, OG J.C. Davis, and LB Jack Kelly.
How did the NFC East teams perform in the 2023 NFL Draft?
All NFC East teams, including the Cowboys, Giants, Eagles, and Commanders, improved their rosters with quality draft picks, enhancing their chances for the upcoming season.
Which team has won the NFC East for the last two seasons?
The Philadelphia Eagles have won the NFC East for the last two seasons.
What impact will the 2023 draft picks have on the NFC East teams?
The draft picks are expected to strengthen each team's roster, with some players likely to contribute immediately while others may require time to develop.
