2024 NFL draft grades: Our experts grade Cowboys’ selection of Oklahoma OT Tyler Guyton

SportsDay columnists and beat writers grade the Dallas Cowboys’ first-round pick of Oklahoma OT Tyler Guyton:

Tim Cowlishaw

The idea of OU’s huge but inconsistent tackle protecting Dak’s blind side is scary enough that I’m betting he ends up on right side. But Cowboys did what they sorely needed to do in finding a trade partner (Detroit). Allowed them to get an O-lineman in first and add a third-round pick, making them less attached to need Friday when they will now have three picks. A-minus

Michael Gehlken

Guyton is the fifth offensive lineman the current Cowboys front office has drafted in the first round. The others are Tyler Smith, Travis Frederick, Zack Martin and Tyron Smith. This crew has earned the right not to be second-guessed, particularly when garnering an extra third-round choice along the way. A

David Moore

There were two objectives going into the evening. Add a starter in the offensive line and pick up an additional pick later in the draft. The Cowboys dropped five spots, got the player they wanted and added a third-round pick, allowing them to address running back and linebacker in the second day of the draft — and possibly add another offensive lineman for good measure. A-minus

Kevin Sherrington

By trading down, picking up a third and still getting one of the players they targeted, the Cowboys maximized what had been a fairly poor position. Tyler Guyton’s potential looms significant. The fact that he was essentially a right tackle at Oklahoma? Tyron Smith was a RT at USC. Enough for me. A-minus

Calvin Watkins

The Cowboys traded down to gain an extra third-round pick while gambling they could still fill a need. Tyler Guyton is the starting left tackle and despite making only 14 starts along the offensive line (13 at right tackle) he’s got the athletic ability to become a productive player. B

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