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How Cowboys Planned to Land Caleb Downs | Dallas Cowboys News
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Dallas Cowboys VP of Player Personnel Will McClay reveals how they pulled off the surprise draft steal of Caleb Downs—despite only a 3% chance he’d be available when they picked. It wasn’t luck, it was meticulous planning: their scouting team prepared for every scenario, so when Downs slid, they were ready. McClay blends old-school instinct with modern analytics, using data to challenge gut feelings—not replace them. He admits draft misses happen, but they dig into why, focusing on the human side: adaptation, pressure, and financial shifts. Downs’ selection proves that deep preparation, not just talent, wins the day.
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