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Cowboys finally address defensive end with Charles Tapper in Round 4

Related Topics: Defensive end, Charles Whitcombe

The Cowboys need to affect the quarterback in order to be successful, but they did not address their biggest need with a pass rushing end in their first three picks. By taking Charles Tapper at No. 101, the Cowboys hope they found immediate help.

My take: Perhaps the Cowboys received the message: they need pass rush help. Like third-round pick Maliek Collins, Tapper has the look of what Rod Marinelli wants in a defensive end because of his speed.

He ran a 4.59-second 40-yard dash at the combine, which is incredible considering his 271-pound frame.