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1. Von Miller, DE/OLB, Texas A&M: Miller could fit in perfect with the Cowboys' current scheme. A versatile player who could help out in Rob Ryan's version of the 3-4, he's moving up draft boards quickly.
2. Mark Ingram, RB, Alabama: Marion Barber isn't getting any younger, and Felix Jones doesn't seem to be getting the job done by himself, so why not take a chance on Ingram? He had a great career at Alabama, and he's the kind of bruising running back the Cowboys need to balance Jones' quickness.
3. Patrick Peterson, CB, LSU: Next to Prince Amakumara of Nebraska, Peterson is the best cornerback in the draft. He has a rare blend of size -- he's big for a CB at 6-feet-1 -- and speed have him easily going in the top 10 of the draft. He could immediately help the Cowboys shore up the secondary.
4. Nate Solder, OT, Colorado: His strong showing at the Senior Bowl solidified his spot in the first round. While he may be a bit of a stretch in the top 10, he's the type of addition that could start right away for the Cowboys, something they'll definitely want from any player they select ninth.
5. Prince Amukamara, CB, Nebraska: Decimated by injuries and inexperience, the Cowboys secondary got shredded last season by almost every quarterback they faced. While Amukamara would need to time to adjust, he's the perfect fit for the Cowboys' defense. His size and speed make him perfect fit at number nine -- assuming he's still around.
6. Marcell Dareus, DT/DE, Alabama: A guy who has done it all (won the 2010 National Championship) in his collegiate career, Dareus could be the defensive lineman in the draft. His versatility and bulk allow him to play on the outside or the interior.
7. Cameron Jordan, DE/LB, Cal: He could be the perfect player for Rob Ryan's defense. Jordan, who thrives in the 3-4, had an outstanding Senior Bowl that saw his stock skyrocket. He's quick off the edge and has an incredible motor. Plus, his dad was a former All-Pro with the Vikings, so you know the game is in his blood.
8. Anthony Castonzo, OT, Boston College: If the Cowboys decide to go offense with the first pick, Castonzo would be a great fit. A 53-game starter in college, he protect Matt Ryan his freshman year and continued to improve over the next three seasons. Scouts love his knowledge of the game, and the fact that he's a quick study.
9. Robert Quinn, DE, UNC: Quinn missed all of 2010 after taking $5,600 in agent-related benefits. But that shouldn't deter the Cowboys from looking at him. They've been known to take character risks in the past (see: Bryant, Dez). A preseason All-America pick at the beginning, he could be a perfect fit with his size and speed -- assuming the Cowboys want to take a major gamble.
10. Tyron Smith, OT, USC: Listed by some publications at the top OT in the draft, Smith could fit in nicely as a future cornerstone of the Cowboys' o-line. An All-Pac-10 performer as a junior, he has all the tools to succeed at the next level.
2. Mark Ingram, RB, Alabama: Marion Barber isn't getting any younger, and Felix Jones doesn't seem to be getting the job done by himself, so why not take a chance on Ingram? He had a great career at Alabama, and he's the kind of bruising running back the Cowboys need to balance Jones' quickness.
3. Patrick Peterson, CB, LSU: Next to Prince Amakumara of Nebraska, Peterson is the best cornerback in the draft. He has a rare blend of size -- he's big for a CB at 6-feet-1 -- and speed have him easily going in the top 10 of the draft. He could immediately help the Cowboys shore up the secondary.
4. Nate Solder, OT, Colorado: His strong showing at the Senior Bowl solidified his spot in the first round. While he may be a bit of a stretch in the top 10, he's the type of addition that could start right away for the Cowboys, something they'll definitely want from any player they select ninth.
5. Prince Amukamara, CB, Nebraska: Decimated by injuries and inexperience, the Cowboys secondary got shredded last season by almost every quarterback they faced. While Amukamara would need to time to adjust, he's the perfect fit for the Cowboys' defense. His size and speed make him perfect fit at number nine -- assuming he's still around.
6. Marcell Dareus, DT/DE, Alabama: A guy who has done it all (won the 2010 National Championship) in his collegiate career, Dareus could be the defensive lineman in the draft. His versatility and bulk allow him to play on the outside or the interior.
7. Cameron Jordan, DE/LB, Cal: He could be the perfect player for Rob Ryan's defense. Jordan, who thrives in the 3-4, had an outstanding Senior Bowl that saw his stock skyrocket. He's quick off the edge and has an incredible motor. Plus, his dad was a former All-Pro with the Vikings, so you know the game is in his blood.
8. Anthony Castonzo, OT, Boston College: If the Cowboys decide to go offense with the first pick, Castonzo would be a great fit. A 53-game starter in college, he protect Matt Ryan his freshman year and continued to improve over the next three seasons. Scouts love his knowledge of the game, and the fact that he's a quick study.
9. Robert Quinn, DE, UNC: Quinn missed all of 2010 after taking $5,600 in agent-related benefits. But that shouldn't deter the Cowboys from looking at him. They've been known to take character risks in the past (see: Bryant, Dez). A preseason All-America pick at the beginning, he could be a perfect fit with his size and speed -- assuming the Cowboys want to take a major gamble.
10. Tyron Smith, OT, USC: Listed by some publications at the top OT in the draft, Smith could fit in nicely as a future cornerstone of the Cowboys' o-line. An All-Pac-10 performer as a junior, he has all the tools to succeed at the next level.