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By Calvin Watkins
Nick Cole can play both guard positions and even center and could be an attractive option for the Cowboys.
The series you must read continues today with a look at Philadelphia Eagles guard Nick Cole. The Cowboys' starting left guard, Kyle Koiser, is a free agent, and while he did have a good season, he's 32, and the team might go with a younger player: Enter Mr. Cole.
Here's a look.
NICK COLE, G, PHILADELPHIA EAGLES
Why sign him? Cole can play both guard positions and even center. He's younger -- turns 27 in July -- and while the team does have fourth-round pick David Arkin, the Cowboys haven't done a very good job developing offensive linemen in the past. So who knows if Arkin can play? Cole can not only replace Kosier, who turns 33 in November, but there's a chance he can take over for Leonard Davis at right guard. The Cowboys have been frustrated with Davis' play in the past -- he was even benched during a game last year -- but did return and finished 2010 strong. In a pinch, Cole can fill in for center Andre Gurode. Cole started one game at center in 2010. The interesting thing about Kosier is the amount of years he would want on a new contract. Do you give Kosier a three-year deal where he'll be 35 at the end of it? Or go for a younger product in Cole?
Is there anybody else? The Cowboys could stick with Kosier; he might sign a three-year deal. If Arkin develops, the team can always cut Kosier. Cole dealt with knee problems last season and that could be a red flag for the Cowboys, as well. If the Cowboys can't sign Cole or Kosier, Atlanta Falcons guard Justin Blalock is available on the market. Blalock probably wants a bigger contract than Cole, but he's started every game the last three seasons. He's improved every year he's been in the league and he's a good charatcer guy.
Key Stat: Kosier has missed 16 games the last three seasons due to injury.
Nick Cole can play both guard positions and even center and could be an attractive option for the Cowboys.
The series you must read continues today with a look at Philadelphia Eagles guard Nick Cole. The Cowboys' starting left guard, Kyle Koiser, is a free agent, and while he did have a good season, he's 32, and the team might go with a younger player: Enter Mr. Cole.
Here's a look.
NICK COLE, G, PHILADELPHIA EAGLES
Why sign him? Cole can play both guard positions and even center. He's younger -- turns 27 in July -- and while the team does have fourth-round pick David Arkin, the Cowboys haven't done a very good job developing offensive linemen in the past. So who knows if Arkin can play? Cole can not only replace Kosier, who turns 33 in November, but there's a chance he can take over for Leonard Davis at right guard. The Cowboys have been frustrated with Davis' play in the past -- he was even benched during a game last year -- but did return and finished 2010 strong. In a pinch, Cole can fill in for center Andre Gurode. Cole started one game at center in 2010. The interesting thing about Kosier is the amount of years he would want on a new contract. Do you give Kosier a three-year deal where he'll be 35 at the end of it? Or go for a younger product in Cole?
Is there anybody else? The Cowboys could stick with Kosier; he might sign a three-year deal. If Arkin develops, the team can always cut Kosier. Cole dealt with knee problems last season and that could be a red flag for the Cowboys, as well. If the Cowboys can't sign Cole or Kosier, Atlanta Falcons guard Justin Blalock is available on the market. Blalock probably wants a bigger contract than Cole, but he's started every game the last three seasons. He's improved every year he's been in the league and he's a good charatcer guy.
Key Stat: Kosier has missed 16 games the last three seasons due to injury.
