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    What is it about the NFC East and offensive linemen? Washington has had more than its share of offensive line injuries the past three weeks. Philadelphia is missing right tackle Lane Johnson (knee) tonight Demarcus Lawrence Jersey White , and Dallas began the night without starting left guard Connor Williams (knee). (The Cowboys also don’t have center Travis Frederick, who is on injured reserve while battling Guillain Barre Syndrome.)Cowboys starting right guard Zack Martin limped off under his own power after the team’s seventh play from scrimmage, having injured his left knee. He since was examined in the team’s medical tent on the sideline before leaving for further evaluation in the locker room.The Pro Bowler was rolled from behind by Eagles defensive lineman Chris Long, who was blocked to the ground by right tackle La'el Collins on a 2-yard scramble by Dak Prescott.Martin stayed on the ground, writhing in pain. He was limited in practice two days last week with an injury to the same knee. Martin was wearing a brace to protect his injury dating to the preseason.Adam Redmond replaced Martin. Xavier Su'a-Filo started in place of Williams.UPDATE 9:09 P.M. ET: Martin had his left knee taped and returned to the field in the second quarter. The Dallas Cowboys finally drafted a safety when the selected Texas A&M defensive back Donovan Wilson in the sixth round. What did they get with the team’s new safety?"WhiteFanposts Fanshots Sections Dallas Cowboys NewsDallas Cowboys 2019 DraftDraft analysis: the Cowboys land a hard hitting safety in Donovan WilsonNew Ezekiel Elliott Jersey White ,163commentsThe Cowboys finally drafted a safety!CDTShareTweetShareShareDraft analysis: the Cowboys land a hard hitting safety in Donovan WilsonJim Dedmon-USA TODAY SportsThe Dallas Cowboys didn’t start the day with a sixth-round draft pick, but they finished the day with two of them thanks to a couple of trade backs. They used the first of those sixth-rounders to select Texas A&M safety Donovan Wilson with the 213th overall pick. We were all expecting the Cowboys to draft a safety, however we had no idea it wouldn’t be until the sixth round. Of course, the last time they took a safety this late (Xavier Woods) it turned out pretty good.Wilson has good size at 6’0” and 199 pounds. He’s got a solid frame with 33.5 in. arms. He’s a tough guy who welcomes contact. He does a good job attacking up the field to defend the run or chase down screens. Wilson is a physical player who will square up and finish his tackles. He fires downhill and will lay the smackdown on ball carriers. The Aggies safety has the football smarts to pick up on things quickly. His ball skills are decent and he has experience playing the nickel corner position.He’s got good short area quickness to play the slot or cover tight ends. He can diagnose routes quickly and he tracks the ball well. His ball production is modest as he has eight career interceptions. He’s touted as a good locker room guy that is a natural leader, but also brings with him a nastiness. Wilson is a little out of control at times as he needs to play more controlled. He’s an aggressive player Womens Taco Charlton Jersey , but there were several times where he got flagged for targeting. His pursuit angles are lacking and he’s not a fluid mover. Changing directions will be a problem and he lacks the burst to close on throws. He also doesn’t have the long speed to be the last line of defense.While he has some liabilities in coverage, he offers up some good attributes that will help him play down low. It’s going to be tough for him to earn snaps on defense, but he should have an opportunity to contribute on special teams.The Cowboys need safety help not only at the top of the depth chart, but down the line. Jeff Heath, Kavon Frazier Taco Charlton Jersey , and recently acquired George Iloka will all be unrestricted free agents next season. Wilson will have a shot to add some depth to this position group for the future.

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