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Controversial Pick: Cowboys Select Guard Tyler Booker 12th Overall

7/12/2025

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Tyler Booker’s selection as the 12th overall pick by the Dallas Cowboys has ignited debate, with critics questioning the choice of a guard over flashier positions. With the weight of expectations on his shoulders, he aims to follow in the footsteps of Pro Bowlers like Quenton Nelson and Brandon Scherff, as history shows top-12 guards rarely fail.

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Tyler Booker’s selection as the 12th overall pick by the Dallas Cowboys has ignited debate, with critics questioning the choice of a guard over flashier positions. With the weight of expectations on his shoulders, he aims to follow in the footsteps of Pro Bowlers like Quenton Nelson and Brandon Scherff, as history shows top-12 guards rarely fail.