Early in the 2015 NFL Draft, the Dallas Cowboys found themselves an athletic phenom. Having broke the official World Record with a standing broad jump of 12 feet, 3 inches during the NFL Scouting Combine a couple months earlier, Connecticut defensive back Byron Jones saw his draft stock sky rocket him into first round discussions.
With the 27th overall selection in the first round, Dallas added Jones to their needy defensive backfield. The Cowboys coaching staff used the rookie’s ultra athletic ability and unusual position flex to fill various needs, mainly at the cornerback position.