NFL Draft results: Dallas Cowboys select ECU corner Shavon Revel at No. 76
NFL Draft results: Dallas Cowboys select ECU corner Shavon Revel at No. 76 The Dallas Cowboys ignored offense once again, selecting CB Shavon Revel in the third round.
With their third-round pick, the 76th selection overall, the Dallas Cowboys opted to ignore their offensive needs once again, this time by drafting cornerback Shavon Revel. The East Carolina product was considered one of the top CBs coming into the 2024 season, but a torn ACL cost him most of the year.
When healthy, Revel has the size, speed, and athleticism NFL teams covet in their CBs, as well as the length the Cowboys love. He has thrived in any coverage and Revel's sticky ability to cover will be a huge help for the defense.
Revel had three interceptions during his career at East Carolina, including one returned for a touchdown last season before the injury forced him out. There's no word on when Revel will be healthy, and he'll take some time to get back to NFL speed, but the Cowboys drafted a lockdown CB.
Revel's an outstanding selection and would've likely been a first-round pick if he were healthy, but in drafting him, the Cowboys ignored their obvious need for speed and play making ability on offense. Most people expected the team to draft a running back or wide receiver by the 76th pick, but the team has continued to go in a different direction.
The rookie corner will compete with second-year CB Caelen Carson for playing time and gives the Cowboys two defensive backs coming back from knee injuries, joining veteran CB Trevon Diggs.
Revel's selection was made with the future in mind and while they might not see the immediate return, the talented CB has all the makings of a Pro Bowl player.
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