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The Dallas Cowboys have a history of finding stars in the later rounds of the draft, a trend set by original scout Gil Brandt. Notable picks include Roger Staubach, Bob Hayes, and Rayfield Wright, all drafted in the later rounds and inducted into the Hall of Fame. Other successful picks include Herschel Walker, Jason Witten, Dak Prescott, and defensive players like Erik Williams, Larry Allen, Mel Renfro, and Larry Brown. This draft strategy has contributed to the Cowboys success and longevity, demonstrating that smart scouting trumps hype.

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