Trigg’s draft profile included red flags around attitude and past clashes with coaches at Ole Miss, which contributed to him sliding despite elite physical traits, such as a record-long 7-foot wingspan for a tight end. He found success at Baylor, showcasing a skill set that coach Brian Schottenheimer notes as impressive, with the ability to stretch the field and make game-changing plays. Cowboys signals during rookie minicamp suggest Trigg could be a future playmaker in Dallas.
The Cowboys’ tight end room appears to be crowded, with incumbents like Jake Ferguson and Luke Schoonmaker and other UDFA additions such as Brevyn Spann-Ford and DJ Rogers also in consideration. Ferguson remains the primary starter, while Spann-Ford and Trigg are expected to compete for roles, potentially forming a four-tight-end group.
Key Takeaways:
– Cowboys grant Michael Trigg a $200,000 UDFA guarantee, the highest for the team to date.
– Trigg’s combination of size, athleticism, and potential development is appealing, despite past character concerns.
– The tight end room in Dallas is competitive, with multiple UDFAs in the mix and ongoing evaluation through camp and preseason.
