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How Christian Parker’s Defensive Overhaul Could Reshape the NFL Draft Landscape Forever

How Christian Parker’s Defensive Overhaul Could Reshape the NFL Draft Landscape Forever

Jerry Jones did not promise Parker both first-round picks would go to defense when he was hired. But Parker was asked at his Feb. 18 introductory news conference whether he would advocate for that.

He didn’t hesitate: “Absolutely.”

It will not be surprising if he wins his case.

New Cowboys DC: ‘Sometimes, players got to touch the stove’

The 3-4 defense has surged in recent years, responding in part to offensive principles from the Shanahan-McVay system that emphasizes outside-zone runs. Twenty NFL teams are currently employing 3-4 base defenses, an NFC talent evaluator who tracks schematic trends told Yahoo Sports. Twelve are running a 4-3.

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