Dallas Cowboys to pay a whole lot of money to land a player the NFL forgot to draft
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Key Points:
- The Dallas Cowboys are signing undrafted tight end Michael Trigg from Baylor, highlighting their continued success in securing impactful UDFAs.
- Trigg, standing 6-foot-3 with notable athleticism and highlight plays, is considered a valuable addition, reflected by his $200,000 guaranteed contract, making him one of the highest-paid UDFAs.
- Projected as a Day 3 draft pick with a 5th to 6th round grade by analysts, Trigg's undrafted status is seen as a steal for the Cowboys, who had previously targeted him in mock drafts.
- Trigg is expected to compete for a roster spot primarily through his play-making ability and versatility, having played as a "big slot" receiver at Baylor despite being a tight end.
- His fall in the draft is partly attributed to off-field issues, including multiple one-game suspensions during college, which may have raised concerns among NFL teams.
