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Spring Preview: Defensive Line Brings Depth, Experience into Spring

The Cowboy defense took a hit upfront with Vincent Taylor’s decision to declare for the NFL Draft. He was its best player so he’ll be missed. But the defensive line is still as deep as it’s ever been during Mike Gundy’s tenure.

Gundy is as excited about the strength he has in the trenches as he is their experience.

“We have nine guys on the defensive line that power clean more than 315 pounds,” said Gundy. “We have nine guys that bench press more than 350 pounds, and ufb01ve of them are over 400.

“We have nine guys that all squat more than 450 pounds.