Dallas Cowboys Assess Quarterback Draft Options for 2024

The Dallas Cowboys are weighing the possibility of selecting a quarterback in the 2024 NFL Draft to add cost‑controlled depth behind current starters. Team analysts note that drafting a rookie quarterback can provide salary‑cap flexibility and long‑term stability, a strategy the franchise has employed in past drafts.

The organization also reflected on a previous draft decision in 2017 when it chose defensive end Taco Charlton with the 28th overall pick over T.J. Watt. Executive Vice President of Player Personnel Will McClay described the choice as a projection based on film and fit, acknowledging that the selection turned out to be a bust as Charlton was released after two seasons.

These discussions highlight the Cowboys’ ongoing focus on balancing immediate roster needs with long‑term player development through the draft.