Jason Witten turns 36 in less than two weeks.
This is a strong, deep draft at the tight end position.
It makes sense for the Cowboys to begin to build the bridge to a future without their all-time leading receiver. An argument can be made this carries the same weight as finding a young replacement for Dez Bryant before the week is done.
"Are you kidding me?" an incredulous Stephen Jones responded when asked the question. "Did you just ask me that?
"Every time we've drafted a tight end, Jason Witten has walked into my office and gone, 'Another wasted pick.