It was somewhat surprising to learn that the Dallas Cowboys only placed a second-round tender on David Irving. A first-round tender would have likely dissuaded any other team from signing him to a contract and giving up a first-round draft pick, but signing Irving to a contract and giving up a second-draft pick is much more plausible.
I can almost guarantee there are teams around the league right now who are discussing the pros and cons of trying to acquire David Irving. The Dallas Cowboys likely know this which means one of two things:
- The Cowboys are hoping someone sets David Irving’s market value with the hopes of matching.
- The Cowboys are willing to part ways with Irving for a second-round draft pick.
There are teams out there who have more salary-cap space than the Dallas Cowboys who could easily sign him to a contract the Cowboys can’t match. And, giving up a second-round draft pick for a dominating, yet inconsistent, defensive tackle is probably better than anyone they can draft.
It’s not completely out of the realm of possibility Cowboys fans have seen the last of David Irving with a star on his helmet. But, it seems like a risk Dallas is willing to take, whether fans agree or not.
In 2017, David Irving recorded 22 tackles, seven quarterback sacks, six passes defensed, and one forced fumble. He did this after missing the first four games of the season due to a suspension and the last four due to a concussion. That’s pretty impressive!
There is no denying Irving’s impact when he’s on the field, but it’s all the other stuff that makes Dallas hesitant to commit fully to the 24-year-old DT.
I’m not going to sit here and pretend that I know what kind of person David Irving is in the locker room or off the field, but his past behavior and inconsistencies are concerning. Yes, he has immense upside, but that doesn’t look as if it’s enough for the Dallas Cowboys, at least not yet.
I think this ultimately comes down to the Cowboys not fully trusting David Irving just yet. Placing the second-round tender on him is more of a “prove it” kind of deal, if another team doesn’t sign him away. The Cowboys probably want to see he has his head on straight and more consistency before fully committing. It’s completely understandable.
It just doesn’t seem as if David Irving is in the long-term plans for the Dallas Cowboys right now. I think they would be perfectly content receiving a second-round draft pick, but that decision might not sit well with a lot of Cowboys fans.
There is really no way of knowing if another NFL team will snag David Irving away, but I think the possibility of that happening is pretty high.
Brian, I’m still scratching my head on Irving. I’m not trying to start a new fight but……He was the only Cowboy that challenged Jerral on the kneeling by doing a raised fist. More than that is he made it public that he would challenge the owner/gm. Let’s face facts….he don’t show up every game. With his skill set, I think he could dominate more than he does.
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You just gave a great reason to let him go. . . .if he wants to wipe his ass with the flag. . .let him do so elsewhere.
This is a no flag or kneeling talk zone man!
sorry for entering your safe space
Philly Players participated in Kneeling and protesting. How did that Work Out?
Super Bowl ratings were down from last year!
Seven sacks in eight games is incredible, I would rate that as showing up every game. That is exactly the same rate as Demarcus Lawrence and the Cowboys placed a franchise tender on him.
Seems FO is willing to part ways with Irving for a second-round draft pick. This would be a round business if after the first rounds of draft, we get 4 players ready to play at DL, LB, OL and WR.
To get a 2nd rounder (in this draft) for a player who is gone most likely next year anyway. . . . .I’m in. . . .and by setting it only at a 2nd, you entice someone like Cleveland. . .who is overspending anyway.
Add a quality 1 Tech to this D and I’ll wager Taco takes a big jump this year. Wow, an extra 2nd allows you to take a Harold Landry type round 1, gives you an OG and WR in round 2, use your 3rd for the 1 Tech.
Or my dream. . . . at 19 if Payne, Landry, the 2 OG and DJ Moore all still there. . .trade back with the Giants, Jets or Denver (if any does not take QB in the 1st) for their 2nd and 3rd. One of your targets at 19 will likely slide to 34, say it’s Wynn so there is your OG. . . .take best WR or LB with your own 2nd, take the other with the Giants 3rd or Reid (S) Stanford.
I’m in!
Reading these comments along with terrible decisions by Cowboys management, I can see why Dallas will always be stuck in mediocrity. Unlike the Eagles, the Cowboys don’t value talent. They and a lot of their fan base don’t understand that talent is what wins games in the NFL. As long as David Irving performs on the field, and he has, he can raise his fist all he wants, it’s his God given right.
Tommy i agree with you 100%
Agreed
What terrible decisions? And the Eagles weren’t over paying guys.. . . .they made some savvy moves.
But F a POS who wants to crap on the flag. . .also Dallas’ right to let him go. . . .
Irving reminds me of Dez, another guy who didn’t show up every play. . .get the big contract, get fat and lazy .. . .
This not about money at all, it’s about a player speaking his mind which they are not allowed to do in Dallas. I’m really getting sick and tired of the front office! no one in life is perfect and David Irving is a player that will make a big impact right away if he leaves the Cowboys. It seems like a Lot of the the players leaving are doing better with other teams which makes me wonder just what exactly is going on with front office.
It’s not the front office. It’s the coaches. No innovation. They think it’s still the nineties.
Thats True however the Nineties produced 4 Successful money plays that were ran over and over until the opponent figured out how to stop it. We don’t even have 1 money play.
Of the 4 DBs who left last year, only 1 was better than the players we drafted and he was the oldest. Wouldn’t be surprised if Hitchins does well but was he worth the price? Likely not. David Ware? Yep. . . .DeMarco Murray? right move Most of those who’ve left have done nothing to warrent huge contracts
Much love Ellen, your comments are right on, it too bad that there are so many folks that just don’t have a clue.
Jerry would kneel, hold up a fist or collude with Vlad Putin if he could get a Lombardi out of it… ;^)
I agree with Brian and don’t think it’s politics afoot. They intend to sign Irving back and are trying to keep the cost down, but the #2 is too risky considering that the Cowboys should be contending this year. Someone could give a #2 and offer more than the Cowboys can pay. They’ve already committed $17 million to Lawrence and have a lot of other needs to pay out for.
Better move to bump it up to a #1 tender IMO, pay a little more up front and lock him in. Out on a limb here with a player necessary for a playoff run.
I agree Russ, it would have been a better move to use a #1 tender.