Arguably no Cowboys draft pick in 2021 was more controversial than that of Marshall offensive tackle Josh Ball, who came to the Thundering Herd after his dismissal from Florida State over domestic violence allegations. The Cowboys are certainly no stranger to acquiring controversial players.
Ball profiled as a talented, albeit raw, tackle prospect. He was targeted by Florida State for a reason, and his natural talent helped him dominate the competition at Marshall. As such, he made sense on a strictly football level as a swing tackle candidate with potential to rise higher down the road.