Cowboys enter NFL draft believing they have max flexibility

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The Dallas Cowboys are confident they have maximum flexibility going into the NFL draft. Dallas filled two needs with offseason trades involving late-round picks. They acquired receiver Brandin Cooks from Houston and cornerback Stephon Gilmore from Indianapolis. The Cowboys avoided new holes by re-signing three defensive starters. Dallas has the 26th pick in the first round. There is talk of Dallas taking a tight end with its first pick. Offensive line, running back and linebacker are the closest things to needs on a team that doesn't have any glaring ones.