Cowboys 2014 Season Recap and Look Toward 2015!!!

[TheFrenzy]

EDIT: A look ahead to the Cowboys' 2015 opponents!
(Away) - NY Giants
(Away) - Philadelphia Eagles
(Away) - Washington Redskins
(Away) - New Orleans Saints
(Away) - Tampa Bay Buccaneers
(Away) - Buffalo Bills
(Away) - Miami Dolphins
(Away) - Green Bay Packers
(Home) - NY Giants
(Home) - Philadelphia Eagles
(Home) - Washington Redskins
(Home) - Atlanta Falcons
(Home) - Carolina Panthers
(Home) - New England Patriots
(Home) - NY Jets
(Home) - Seattle Seahawks

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Great season Cowboys fans! These last few weeks have been a little rough in the spotlight, but overall this season was AWESOME! Considering most "experts" had them picked to 5-11 or worse, 2014's 12-4 run was certainly one to be proud of.

The list of accomplishments in 2014 is mind-boggling:

- DeMarco Murray leading the league in rushing attempts, yards, and touchdowns
- Dez emerging as the top WR in the league and leading the league in receiving touchdowns
- Romo leading the league in completion percentage, yards per attempt, and passer rating
- A decimated defense that was projected to be the worst in league history becoming a surprisingly effective "we"fense
- Garrett emerging as a pretty darn good coach
- Leading the league in Pro Bowl selections
- An NFC East championship

Not only that, but as the Boys' season comes to a close we will get the satisfaction of being able to unequivocally say:

- The Cowboys were better than the Eagles (NFC East Champs!)
- The Cowboys were better than the Redskins (NFC East Champs!)
- The Cowboys were better than the Giants (NFC East Champs!)
- The Cowboys were better than the Titans
- The Cowboys were better than the Rams
- The Cowboys were better than the Saints
- The Cowboys were better than the Texans
- The Cowboys were better than the Seahawks
- The Cowboys were better than the Jaguars
- The Cowboys were better than the Bears
- The Cowboys were better than the Colts
- The Cowboys were better than the Lions

49ers, Cardinals, and Packers fans, feel free to offer some heckling - but these are the only three fan bases with only legitimate claim to being better than the Cowboys in 2014-15. Looking forward to seeing how Jerry manages to keep the Boys' young talent on the roster and adds depth through the draft!

[mnvikingstwins]

Until they are playing for the Super Bowl while Romo, Murray, and Dez are sitting on the couch...

- The Cowboys were better than the Seahawks
- The Cowboys were better than the Colts

[TheFrenzy]

Until they are playing for the Super Bowl while Romo, Murray, and Dez are sitting on the couch...

- The Cowboys were better than the Seahawks
- The Cowboys were better than the Colts

Beat them on the field. The Seahawks in Seattle and the Colts like red-headed stepchildren. Not much to debate.

In fact, I hope the Colts beat the Seahawks in the Super Bowl. We could call it the "Couldn't Beat the Boys' Bowl". :p

[Nyfancam01]

Dallas was GREAT this year..


They'll be back!!!

[yankeesfan24]

Debatable saying the Cardinals were better than Dallas. Had Romo played, game would have been completely different

[crazy4kinsler]

Cowboys did have a good year. But it's hard to say it was great when you're going to be sitting at home watching the Super Bowl. Winning a title would've made it a great season IMO.

Hopefully they can get AP signed and Dez resigned as well as some decent names on that patchwork defense they had and make it to the final game next year.

[HBMC]

Debatable saying the Cardinals were better than Dallas. Had Romo played, game would have been completely different

Agreed, Weeden was not good in that game.

[TheFrenzy]

Debatable saying the Cardinals were better than Dallas. Had Romo played, game would have been completely different

Yes, but in order to keep the rabid troglodytes at bay (Eagles fans? Is that what they call them these days?) I wanted to avoid the hypothetical game and stick to the outcomes decided on the field.

Cardinals earned their bragging rights. Most of the teams who played the Boys didn't. :flex:

[tky2dex]

We will are just a couple of players on Defense away from making the Super Bowl. Get and inside pass rusher and pick up some talented DB's. Hope fully Claiborne can come back and live up to a first round pick, that we thought he was going to be. I say the future looks pretty good right now for us going forward.

[ejs23]

- The Cowboys were better than the Redskins

huh?

the Redskins beat Dallas, in Dallas, with their 3rd string QB in the game. not to mention that the Eagles spanked Dallas, in Dallas, with butt-fumble at QB.

[HBMC]

huh?

the Redskins beat Dallas, in Dallas, with their 3rd string QB in the game. not to mention that the Eagles spanked Dallas, in Dallas, with butt-fumble at QB.

The Steelers lost to the Jets and Buccaneers, please go troll somewhere else.

[lilkeithw]

If Marinelli leaves for Tampa, will Dallas' D be the same, worse or better? That will define their season next year.

[yankeesfan24]

BTW, I think DeMarco is gone. It sucks, but I don't see how we can afford him. Should have extended him before the year like I advocated for all summer...

[crazy4kinsler]

It's okay TBH. AP has said he wants to play in Dallas, and he would be cheaper than Murray.

BTW, I think DeMarco is gone. It sucks, but I don't see how we can afford him. Should have extended him before the year like I advocated for all summer...

[Skootown]

Enjoy your 2nd playoff win in the last 10 years, Chip is gonna make sure it's the last one you enjoy for a while!

[BostonNut]

Until they are playing for the Super Bowl while Romo, Murray, and Dez are sitting on the couch...

- The Cowboys were better than the Seahawks
- The Cowboys were better than the Colts

So Kansas City, Miami, or Buffalo should be hosting Indy this Sunday? :confused:

[adamblumy]

Enjoy your 2nd playoff win in the last 10 years, Chip is gonna make sure it's the last one you enjoy for a while!

Yawn.....troll

[addicted36]

The biggest question regarding the Pukes in 2015 is if they have a RB with the skill set that Demarco Murray possesses. There is no way he returns because they want to give him 4 milly a season and some other team will give him much more then that. So can Joe Randle pickup that slack because I sure don't think that he can and I sure don't think without that running game that offense would have been as effective as it was. Watch them try and go for Peterson who is 30 years old (will be a failure) or use a first or second round pick on a RB.

Now couple in some other FA losses for them (Sorry Puke fans but just because you get to keep Dez won't make up for all of the expected losses for you guys this year), and the losses in the coaching staff, and your looking at a 3rd or 4th place finish next season just like every other year. That was a good season but it's not repeatable to me and it's short lived.

Yesterday one of my sons at his basketball practice told me this story. Every time anyone missed a shot the coach made them say


"NICE CATCH DEZ"

So Nice Catch Dez to all of you out there drinking the kool aide thinking that with a broken back 34 year old QB, and the loss of your MVP that your next season will be good hahahah not happening, Signed a knowledgeable Redskins fan!

[tke1600]

The biggest question regarding the Pukes in 2015 is if they have a RB with the skill set that Demarco Murray possesses. There is no way he returns because they want to give him 4 milly a season and some other team will give him much more then that. So can Joe Randle pickup that slack because I sure don't think that he can and I sure don't think without that running game that offense would have been as effective as it was. Watch them try and go for Peterson who is 30 years old (will be a failure) or use a first or second round pick on a RB.

Now couple in some other FA losses for them (Sorry Puke fans but just because you get to keep Dez won't make up for all of the expected losses for you guys this year), and the losses in the coaching staff, and your looking at a 3rd or 4th place finish next season just like every other year. That was a good season but it's not repeatable to me and it's short lived.

Yesterday one of my sons at his basketball practice told me this story. Every time anyone missed a shot the coach made them say


"NICE CATCH DEZ"

So Nice Catch Dez to all of you out there drinking the kool aide thinking that with a broken back 34 year old QB, and the loss of your MVP that your next season will be good hahahah not happening, Signed a knowledgeable Redskins fan!

Good luck with RGKnee next year. That will be 2 bye weeks for Dallas when we play you.

[swise0121]

Holy S. I've seen it all now. REDSKINS fan in here talking smack. A REDSKIN FAN for Christ sakes. So worried about our cowboys that he can't even focus on his own dumpster fire of a team.
Wow this is great.
What's next giants fans? Eagirl fans wanna chime in?
L.O.L.

[kdub0982]

The biggest question regarding the Pukes in 2015 is if they have a RB with the skill set that Demarco Murray possesses. There is no way he returns because they want to give him 4 milly a season and some other team will give him much more then that. So can Joe Randle pickup that slack because I sure don't think that he can and I sure don't think without that running game that offense would have been as effective as it was. Watch them try and go for Peterson who is 30 years old (will be a failure) or use a first or second round pick on a RB.

Now couple in some other FA losses for them (Sorry Puke fans but just because you get to keep Dez won't make up for all of the expected losses for you guys this year), and the losses in the coaching staff, and your looking at a 3rd or 4th place finish next season just like every other year. That was a good season but it's not repeatable to me and it's short lived.

Yesterday one of my sons at his basketball practice told me this story. Every time anyone missed a shot the coach made them say


"NICE CATCH DEZ"

So Nice Catch Dez to all of you out there drinking the kool aide thinking that with a broken back 34 year old QB, and the loss of your MVP that your next season will be good hahahah not happening, Signed a knowledgeable Redskins fan!


Maybe you should take your own advice in your signature. "If you come at me like a troll you will be ignored". That's exactly what you're doing in this thread.

But I get it man. I get that you're bitter that your shitty franchise set itself back 4-5 years by drafting a complete waste of space at QB. Maybe you're mad that your idiot owner has made so many bad moves that he makes Jerry look like a genius in comparison, which is tough to do.

Or maybe you're upset that your team's mascot will be going bye bye within the next couple of years. Oh oh, maybe it's because the foreskins have only won three division championships in the past 25 years, ONE in the past 15. But please, go spew your garbage somewhere else, no one here takes you seriously anymore anyway.

[swise0121]

Maybe you should take your own advice in your signature. "If you come at me like a troll you will be ignored". That's exactly what you're doing in this thread.

But I get it man. I get that you're bitter that your shitty franchise set itself back 4-5 years by drafting a complete waste of space at QB. Maybe you're mad that your idiot owner has made so many bad moves that he makes Jerry look like a genius in comparison, which is tough to do.

Or maybe you're upset that your team's mascot will be going bye bye within the next couple of years. Oh oh, maybe it's because the foreskins have only won three division championships in the past 25 years, ONE in the past 15. But please, go spew your garbage somewhere else, no one here takes you seriously anymore anyway.

Can't wait for a rebuttal.
Should be a real knee slapper.

[addicted36]

Good luck with RGKnee next year. That will be 2 bye weeks for Dallas when we play you.

Like it was in Dallas this year when Colt Freaking McCoy beat ya'll?


Holy S. I've seen it all now. REDSKINS fan in here talking smack. A REDSKIN FAN for Christ sakes. So worried about our cowboys that he can't even focus on his own dumpster fire of a team.
Wow this is great.
What's next giants fans? Eagirl fans wanna chime in?
L.O.L.

Hahaha what do you expect? I'm a Redskins fan. Should I bow down on my knees and kiss the Star because you guys finally had a good season? Its about time. Even a blind squirrel finds a nut once in a while right



Maybe you should take your own advice in your signature. "If you come at me like a troll you will be ignored". That's exactly what you're doing in this thread.

But I get it man. I get that you're bitter that your shitty franchise set itself back 4-5 years by drafting a complete waste of space at QB. Maybe you're mad that your idiot owner has made so many bad moves that he makes Jerry look like a genius in comparison, which is tough to do.

Or maybe you're upset that your team's mascot will be going bye bye within the next couple of years. Oh oh, maybe it's because the foreskins have only won three division championships in the past 25 years, ONE in the past 15. But please, go spew your garbage somewhere else, no one here takes you seriously anymore anyway.

Blah blah blah, you puke fans can rag on my team all you want. Its all deserved by the way, but seriously chill the hell out. No one outside of Dallas Cowboys fans thinks much of this team. No one cares about your loss or season and if your going to post some rah rah crap like this then take what you get.


Nice Catch Dez

All I was doing was having a little fun here, that's what rivals are supposed to do. If that's not okay to do between division foes then when is it okay to do? Get that sand out of your Genny and RELAX like Aaron Rodgers said. Man my comments much really have hit some nerves to be all twisted off like you guys got. If it was such a great season for you why would you care what I have to say? Seems to me you know what I'm saying is right and that your success is going to be extremely short lived. Griffin or no Griffin we just hired the guy responsible for the Seahawks and 49ers recent success. The Redskins are getting on the right track and we will beat ya like the pukes you are again next year. Wash rinse repeat


Nice Catch Dez

HAHAAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHH

[kdub0982]

Getting back on topic, I do think Murray is gone which could make the draft interesting. Obviously Garrett and Dez will be back, I'd be shocked if otherwise.

Carr will need to take a huge pay cut to stay on the team. To be fair he did play somewhat decent toward the end of the year, but somewhat decent won't cut it with the $ he's making.

[lilkeithw]

the Giants have the same amount of Super Bowl wins as the Cowboys have playoff wins in the last ten years. Cowboys had a remarkable year compared to expectations.. but they are sitting at home just like the Giants, Eagles, and Redskins.



Holy S. I've seen it all now. REDSKINS fan in here talking smack. A REDSKIN FAN for Christ sakes. So worried about our cowboys that he can't even focus on his own dumpster fire of a team.
Wow this is great.
What's next giants fans? Eagirl fans wanna chime in?
L.O.L.

[tke1600]

Like it was in Dallas this year when Colt Freaking McCoy beat ya'll?


Your team would be way better with Colt McCoy at QB. Think about that for awhile and let that sink in.

[chansen10]

You can't actually believe the cowboys were better than the Seahawks can you?

[swise0121]

the Giants have the same amount of Super Bowl wins as the Cowboys have playoff wins in the last ten years. Cowboys had a remarkable year compared to expectations.. but they are sitting at home just like the Giants, Eagles, and Redskins.

Astonishing stat. Thanks for sharing.
:coffee:

[swise0121]

You can't actually believe the cowboys were better than the Seahawks can you?

Yea it's not like the cowboys beat them in Seattle or anything
:coffee:

[BostonNut]

Yea it's not like the cowboys beat them in Seattle or anything
:coffee:

In 1998 the New York Giants beat the undefeated Broncos. The Giants were better?

[tke1600]

What's funny to me is that I got to hear all the "Head to Head" talk amongst Baylor and TCU and almost everyone weighed the head to head win for Baylor over TCU's better schedule and better wins to claim that Baylor was better, yet when the Cowboys go to Seattle and beat them on the road and end up with 12-4 identical records, the head to head means nothing and Seattle gets the home field #1 seed and is "obviously" the better team.

[swise0121]

In 1998 the New York Giants beat the undefeated Broncos. The Giants were better?

Are you saying the best team doesn't always win?

[BostonNut]

Are you saying the best team doesn't always win?

Nope, I'm saying it takes a blind, homer to say Dallas is better than Seattle.

[lilkeithw]

Astonishing stat. Thanks for sharing.
:coffee:

No problem.. just stating facts...

What does 1998 have to do with anything. Were the Giants better than the Broncos? Maybe not that year but they sure were that day if they won.

The best team does not always win, but is that not what we all love about the NFL (besides the Cowboys cheerleaders).

[swise0121]

Nope, I'm saying it takes a blind, homer to say Dallas is better than Seattle.

LOL.
At this current moment? Who knows who the better team is. When the cowboys beat Seattle they were clearly the better team. Not sure how you can debate that. Unless you're a blind homer.
.....

[ManInTheMirror]

The best team does not always win
I am glad somebody finally said it. :coffee:

[swise0121]

No problem.. just stating facts...

What does 1998 have to do with anything. Were the Giants better than the Broncos? Maybe not that year but they sure were that day if they won.

The best team does not always win, but is that not what we all love about the NFL (besides the Cowboys cheerleaders).

This guy makes less than zero sense. But I do enjoy laughing at his comments.
Patiently awaiting more brilliance to be spewed

Obviously referring to bostonnut. Key word NUT

[lilkeithw]

This guy makes less than zero sense. But I do enjoy laughing at his comments.
Patiently awaiting more brilliance to be spewed

Obviously referring to bostonnut. Key word NUT

nvm.........

[swise0121]

please explain

Explain what?
Nothing really to expand on
Lol

[lilkeithw]

I didn't see that you referring to Bostonnut...

Its hard living in Texas being a Giants fan. I don't mind having discussions with Cowboys fans down here but the minute they say they would rather not have Romo as their QB or Romo sucks (IMO any QB that I believe is better than ROmo is not leaving their current team) or starts talking about total championships won instead of won in the last 20 years ,
I kind of lose interest in further discussing anything with them

[addicted36]

Your team would be way better with Colt McCoy at QB. Think about that for awhile and let that sink in.

Honestly not sure why people don't give a QB patience anymore. So many of you expect a QB to come into the league and immediately be great, or you lable them a bust.

Why is that? Especially coming from some puke fans? Do you not know the history of the QB you have starting?

He comes in the league undrafted in 2004. The pukes bring him along slowly and he doesn't start until 2006.

Did you forget that or did you have no idea that was Romo's story?

Colt McCoy comes in the league in 2010 and starts immediately. He struggles and is released three years later. There is no patience, there is no development for him. He gets thrown to the wolves in a sink or swim and he sinks.

That's not unusal. EJ Manual can play QB but he isn't developed and he sinks. There are so many others I could name like that.

If Romo was forced to start in his first year in the league he would have sucked too. 99.9% of QB's rushed into action suck. QB's have to be developed, they have to be given time to learn the game. I would expect that a Pukes fan would understand this since the Pukes were in QB hell for years and years (Quincy Carter anyone?) before they brought Romo along slowly.

Colt McCoy is 28 year old today, Romosucks is 34 and will be 35 before the season starts. If you haven't figured this out yet then you need to remember this.


Nice Catch Dez

Also who the hell said that McCoy was the best QB on the Redskins anyway? Maybe he is because he beat the pukes or maybe not. I don't think he is but hey whatever you say. At least he isn't some over the hill chump like broke back mountain you guys got

[swise0121]

Honestly not sure why people don't give a QB patience anymore. So many of you expect a QB to come into the league and immediately be great, or you lable them a bust.

Why is that? Especially coming from some puke fans? Do you not know the history of the QB you have starting?

He comes in the league undrafted in 2004. The pukes bring him along slowly and he doesn't start until 2006.

Did you forget that or did you have no idea that was Romo's story?

Colt McCoy comes in the league in 2010 and starts immediately. He struggles and is released three years later. There is no patience, there is no development for him. He gets thrown to the wolves in a sink or swim and he sinks.

That's not unusal. EJ Manual can play QB but he isn't developed and he sinks. There are so many others I could name like that.

If Romo was forced to start in his first year in the league he would have sucked too. 99.9% of QB's rushed into action suck. QB's have to be developed, they have to be given time to learn the game. I would expect that a Pukes fan would understand this since the Pukes were in QB hell for years and years (Quincy Carter anyone?) before they brought Romo along slowly.

Colt McCoy is 28 year old today, Romosucks is 34 and will be 35 before the season starts. If you haven't figured this out yet then you need to remember this.


Nice Catch Dez

Also who the hell said that McCoy was the best QB on the Redskins anyway? Maybe he is because he beat the pukes or maybe not. I don't think he is but hey whatever you say. At least he isn't some over the hill chump like broke back mountain you guys got

McCoy will be 29 going into next season. I honestly think you love romo. So obsessed with him it's hilarious

[tke1600]

Honestly not sure why people don't give a QB patience anymore. So many of you expect a QB to come into the league and immediately be great, or you lable them a bust.

Why is that? Especially coming from some puke fans? Do you not know the history of the QB you have starting?

He comes in the league undrafted in 2004. The pukes bring him along slowly and he doesn't start until 2006.

Did you forget that or did you have no idea that was Romo's story?

Colt McCoy comes in the league in 2010 and starts immediately. He struggles and is released three years later. There is no patience, there is no development for him. He gets thrown to the wolves in a sink or swim and he sinks.

That's not unusal. EJ Manual can play QB but he isn't developed and he sinks. There are so many others I could name like that.

If Romo was forced to start in his first year in the league he would have sucked too. 99.9% of QB's rushed into action suck. QB's have to be developed, they have to be given time to learn the game. I would expect that a Pukes fan would understand this since the Pukes were in QB hell for years and years (Quincy Carter anyone?) before they brought Romo along slowly.

Colt McCoy is 28 year old today, Romosucks is 34 and will be 35 before the season starts. If you haven't figured this out yet then you need to remember this.


Nice Catch Dez

Also who the hell said that McCoy was the best QB on the Redskins anyway? Maybe he is because he beat the pukes or maybe not. I don't think he is but hey whatever you say. At least he isn't some over the hill chump like broke back mountain you guys got

How about you wait until your team wins 5 games before spewing stuff about the Cowboys? Since that may never happen again this forum would be blessed without having to hear your constant nonsense.

[swise0121]

How about you wait until your team wins 5 games before spewing stuff about the Cowboys? Since that may never happen again this forum would be blessed without having to hear your constant nonsense.

How many future first rounders will they trade away this year?
Do they even have anymore future first round picks?

[tke1600]

How many future first rounders will they trade away this year?
Do they even have anymore future first round picks?

They will probably end up trading some picks for a new Coach 2 games into the season, so that will be even more lost haha.

[chansen10]

Yea it's not like the cowboys beat them in Seattle or anything
:coffee:

That's not how it works in the regular season, if they'd beat them in the playoffs that'd be a different story. Seattle is still playing this week while Dallas is not. No one outside of Dallas would say the cowboys are better than Seattle. Cowboy fans are delusional

[swise0121]

Oh wow they have the number 5 pick this year. That'll probably change

[swise0121]

That's not how it works in the regular season, if they'd beat them in the playoffs that'd be a different story. Seattle is still playing this week while Dallas is not. No one outside of Dallas would say the cowboys are better than Seattle. Cowboy fans are delusional

I never said the cowboys are better right now smart guy
Try reading. It's pretty cool

[swise0121]

Seattle obviously has the better D. Dallas probably the better O. Seattle might have the advantage right now but no one could know who would win unless they played. Which isn't going to happen...
So......

[chansen10]

I never said the cowboys are better right now smart guy
Try reading. It's pretty cool

My first post was in response to the OP. Who said "49ers, Cardinals, and Packers fans, feel free to offer some heckling - but these are the only three fan bases with only legitimate claim to being better than the Cowboys in 2014-15.

He's looking at the whole season, so to say that the Seahwaks don't have a legitimate claim to say there better than the cowboys is comical. I can very easily conclude that seattle is better than the cowboys because they are STILL in the playoffs. Same can be said for the Colts..

[adamblumy]

Honestly not sure why people don't give a QB patience anymore. So many of you expect a QB to come into the league and immediately be great, or you lable them a bust.

Why is that? Especially coming from some puke fans? Do you not know the history of the QB you have starting?

He comes in the league undrafted in 2004. The pukes bring him along slowly and he doesn't start until 2006.

Did you forget that or did you have no idea that was Romo's story?

Colt McCoy comes in the league in 2010 and starts immediately. He struggles and is released three years later. There is no patience, there is no development for him. He gets thrown to the wolves in a sink or swim and he sinks.

That's not unusal. EJ Manual can play QB but he isn't developed and he sinks. There are so many others I could name like that.

If Romo was forced to start in his first year in the league he would have sucked too. 99.9% of QB's rushed into action suck. QB's have to be developed, they have to be given time to learn the game. I would expect that a Pukes fan would understand this since the Pukes were in QB hell for years and years (Quincy Carter anyone?) before they brought Romo along slowly.

Colt McCoy is 28 year old today, Romosucks is 34 and will be 35 before the season starts. If you haven't figured this out yet then you need to remember this.


Nice Catch Dez

Also who the hell said that McCoy was the best QB on the Redskins anyway? Maybe he is because he beat the pukes or maybe not. I don't think he is but hey whatever you say. At least he isn't some over the hill chump like broke back mountain you guys got

Ha another gem love it. "Pukes" "Romosucks" classic. I do know the Romo story well, he came into the league in 2003 not 2004. Also comparing an undrafted free agent to a 1st round pick in terms of being ready to start right away is absurd. It should take an undrafted FA from a small school longer to develop. Oh and that over the hill chump with a broke back led the NFL in QBR and Passer Rating while the skins were set back 3-4 years due to the RG3 debacle:)!

[ManInTheMirror]

Yea it is rather funny someone saying a guy is an "over the hill chump" when he led the league in QBR and other statistics. And to dog on someone else for not knowing a story all the while his one information is wrong.

[swise0121]

Ha another gem love it. "Pukes" "Romosucks" classic. I do know the Romo story well, he came into the league in 2003 not 2004. Also comparing an undrafted free agent to a 1st round pick in terms of being ready to start right away is absurd. It should take an undrafted FA from a small school longer to develop. Oh and that over the hill chump with a broke back led the NFL in QBR and Passer Rating while the skins were set back 3-4 years due to the RG3 debacle:)!

With a f'ed up back to boot. Romos been a warrior his whole career.

[HBMC]

Nope, I'm saying it takes a blind, homer to say Dallas is better than Seattle.

The defeated them straight up at their house and I think the early line in Seattle had Dallas not squandered the game against Green Bay would've been close to -3, maybe -3.5 for Seattle, Dallas matches up PERFECTLY to defeat Seattle, stellar Defense or not.

Ha another gem love it. "Pukes" "Romosucks" classic. I do know the Romo story well, he came into the league in 2003 not 2004. Also comparing an undrafted free agent to a 1st round pick in terms of being ready to start right away is absurd. It should take an undrafted FA from a small school longer to develop. Oh and that over the hill chump with a broke back led the NFL in QBR and Passer Rating while the skins were set back 3-4 years due to the RG3 debacle:)!

Romo is the ultimate story for Football if anyone would take the time to enjoy it instead of endlessly barb the guy.

[ejs23]

The Steelers lost to the Jets and Buccaneers, please go troll somewhere else.

the Steelers beat the Colts in the regular season, but the Colts are still in it while the Steelers are sitting at home. no Pittsburgh fan is making a case that a single regular season win makes the Steelers better than the Colts.

meanwhile Cowboys fans are desperately trying to prove that their team, bounced from the playoffs, is still better than everyone else.

Enjoy your 2nd playoff win in the last 10 years, Chip is gonna make sure it's the last one you enjoy for a while!

isn't it only their 2nd playoff win in 18 years?

LOL.
At this current moment? Who knows who the better team is.

everyone outside of Cowboys fans apparently.

Seattle is playing for the championship next week.... Cowboys are sitting home watching. it's pretty clear who the better team is this season.

[Skootown]

The Rams were better than the Seahawks this year

[swise0121]

the Steelers beat the Colts in the regular season, but the Colts are still in it while the Steelers are sitting at home. no Pittsburgh fan is making a case that a single regular season win makes the Steelers better than the Colts.

meanwhile Cowboys fans are desperately trying to prove that their team, bounced from the playoffs, is still better than everyone else.



isn't it only their 2nd playoff win in 18 years?



everyone outside of Cowboys fans apparently.

Seattle is playing for the championship next week.... Cowboys are sitting home watching. it's pretty clear who the better team is this season.

Reading is probably pretty hard for this little guy. I'll just leave him be.
Wow

[jsnake89]

I was very proud of them for what they did with the players they had, especially on the defensive side. Every year I print out their schedule and go down the list of teams then what i think the record will be at the end of the year. I had them down to go 7-9 and i also picked them to win that game in Seattle. This was a very positive season and I like the out look for 2015.

[adamblumy]

I was very proud of them for what they did with the players they had, especially on the defensive side. Every year I print out their schedule and go down the list of teams then what i think the record will be at the end of the year. I had them down to go 7-9 and i also picked them to win that game in Seattle. This was a very positive season and I like the out look for 2015.

Yeah, I think bottom line is this was a team that many people thought would win 5-6 games and finish last in their division. They defeated two of the remaining 4 teams and should have won vs. the Packers. People love to hate the Cowboys which explains why they are talked about so much here but you can't deny this was an impressive season for them considering the expectations.

[trixstar]

The Ginger is getting a 5 year extension. Also Ravens and Cowboys coaching staffs will coach the Pro Bowl.

[lionsfan20]

I agree the Cowboys had a great season and much better than most expected. What I don't understand is how Dallas is better than Seattle?? Seattle is playing in the NFC championship and Dallas is sitting at home. It is pretty cut and dry. The Seahawks Packers Colts and Patriots are the 4 best teams in the NFL. That is how this works. They are better than the teams below them because they played better and did more when it mattered.

[TheFrenzy]

]What I don't understand is how Dallas is better than Seattle?

It's very simple.

The.....Cowboy......beat......the.......Seahawks.


.....In.....Seattle.

[TheFrenzy]

Gotta say, I'm really loving this thread. So many butthurt fans of teams that didn't make the playoffs, have pro-bowlers or league-leaders, or do anything worthy of note are so enflamed by a thread celebrating the Cowboys' season that they must come in and expose their ignorance.

I mean, nothing said in this thread by Cowboys fans has been anything than the plain and simple facts that were established on the field of play. If Seattle wants to say they're better - then beat the Cowboys on the field. If the Eagles want to say they're better - win the NFC East. To the Packers fans - great game, good luck in Seattle.

It's really not super complicated guys. Now those anal fissures it appears most of Blowout is suffering, those are another story.....

[TheFrenzy]

But: to get back to the topic at hand,

The Cowboys resigned not only Jason Garrett (5 years), but also locked up Rod Marenelli for 3 years!!!

Cannot WAIT to see the defense continue to grow and add new talent. Also, hoping to see quick deals worked out with Dez and a few of the other guys.

Any word on what Adrian Peterson is leaning toward?

[ManInTheMirror]

It's very simple.

The.....Cowboy......beat......the.......Seahawks.


.....In.....Seattle.
So who do you say is the worst team in the NFL right now?

[adamblumy]

Great start resigning both Garrett and Marinelli. I thought for sure Rod was gone. I was not a Garrett fan at the previous three years but what he did this year was very impressive and he deserved the new deal.

[TheFrenzy]

So who do you say is the worst team in the NFL right now?

Are we playing this game?
http://vansunsportsblogs.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/shiftyclinton.jpg

GO COWBOYS!!!

[ManInTheMirror]

It was a simple question. I was hoping you could just simply answer it instead of getting cute.

[TheFrenzy]

Great start resigning both Garrett and Marinelli. I thought for sure Rod was gone. I was not a Garrett fan at the previous three years but what he did this year was very impressive and he deserved the new deal.

It was a rough learning curve. That Arizona game a few years ago and the timeout management was hard to watch. But RedBall has grown up before our eyes and should have a team next season that is more talented AND more motivated - that's a rare combination.

[TheFrenzy]

It was a simple question. I was hoping you could just simply answer it instead of getting cute.

I avoid rabbit hole questions.

And I don't get cute. I stay cute. (ask my wife :) )

[kdub0982]

So pumped to get Marinelli back as well, that's a huge get. Bring Linehan back and I'd be real happy, but I think Callahan is all but gone.

[TheFrenzy]

So pumped to get Marinelli back as well, that's a huge get. Bring Linehan back and I'd be real happy, but I think Callahan is all but gone.

Yeah, I heard Callahan wasn't pleased with Jerry's practice of not awarding extension before or during the season.

[lisu]

congrats to the cowboys for a great season - bummer to see them lose to the packers on an extremely great effort by Dez Bryant to end up being an incompletion as per the current rules. i was hoping that they would win. hopefully they can continue that momentum into next year.

[RedSoxFan28]

Cowboys offer Murray 4 years/ $16 million.

[lagalaxyfan23]

Cowboys offer Murray 4 years/ $16 million.

Shocked he declined that. In free agency, he might bring six million a year, but good luck finding a better O-line to work behind Demarco. Big mistake IMO.

[HBMC]

Honestly not sure why people don't give a QB patience anymore. So many of you expect a QB to come into the league and immediately be great, or you lable them a bust.

When you give up the amount of picks they did, patience goes right out the window, and reading about RGIII's regression as a QB means he's not only not improving, he's getting worse. That's a classic bust.


Why is that? Especially coming from some puke fans? Do you not know the history of the QB you have starting?

Romo's career record: 75-48, and if he wasn't playing the last few years, this team (especially in 2013) would've likely been a 4-6 win team. Missed most of the 2010 Season with a Broken Clavicle, that is also the only season in which he had a losing record in the games he started, which was 1-5.

Career passer Rating: 97.6, 2nd highest in League History behind Aaron Rodgers and just ahead of Peyton Manning.

Career Yardage: 33,270, 29th highest in league history and 9th highest of the current players. Franchise Record Holder.

Career YPA: 7.9, 6th highest in league history.

Career Comp %: 65.2%, 6th highest in league history

TD-INT Ratio: 242 TD - 110 INT

Comebacks: 24, 14th most in NFL History (Tied with Bledsoe, Fouts and Dave Krieg)

GW Drives: 28, 18th Most in NFL History (just one behind Jim Kelly and Johnny Unitas)

He's not done either, I'm bullish on the Cowboys offense, especially with this O-Line, those guys could be career extenders.


He comes in the league undrafted in 2003. The pukes bring him along slowly and he doesn't start until 2006.

After Bill Parcells stubbornly keeps trying to use his guys in Testaverde and Bledsoe (who was done). Romo was lucky to even make the roster in 2004, and he only did because Qunicy Carter loved him some booger sugar. Romo was also really bad his first two years, he was truly close to being cut multiple times during his rookie year but he wound up hanging on and eventually made himself into one of the best QB's in Team History.

Romo played at Eastern Illinois, a good FCS school that didn't offer him a football scholarship, they gave him a golf scholarship. He walked on. He set all of their passing records that have been subsequently broken by Garoppolo. Won the Walter Payton Award in 2002, which is the FCS Heisman. Was a 3x All-American and 3x All Conference as well.

I don't know why you're so mad about Romo, but he's much better than he gets credit for.

[Spartyon]

I used to not care about Cowboys fans because they didn't really have much to say. But damn, I cannot stand you guys now. Just shut up. There were plenty of other teams in your position this year(3 who lost in the same round as you). Do you see threads all over the board for those teams? No.

You had a good year, not great. Congratulations, it's great to see that your sights are cleary set on being the 5-8th best team in the country. Good job. Now enjoy watching the rest of the playoffs with the rest of us and shut it.

[swise0121]

I used to not care about Cowboys fans because they didn't really have much to say. But damn, I cannot stand you guys now. Just shut up. There were plenty of other teams in your position this year(3 who lost in the same round as you). Do you see threads all over the board for those teams? No.

You had a good year, not great. Congratulations, it's great to see that your sights are cleary set on being the 5-8th best team in the country. Good job. Now enjoy watching the rest of the playoffs with the rest of us and shut it.

HAHAHA
HA
HA
Glad you can't stand us. Nice of you to make an appearance in our thread seeing as how you "cannot stand" us. LOL
Run along now kid. You must be butt hurt about something. Maybe being a fan of a shitty team?
Thanks for the laughs

[TheFrenzy]

I used to not care about Cowboys fans because they didn't really have much to say. But damn, I cannot stand you guys now. Just shut up. There were plenty of other teams in your position this year(3 who lost in the same round as you). Do you see threads all over the board for those teams? No.

You had a good year, not great. Congratulations, it's great to see that your sights are cleary set on being the 5-8th best team in the country. Good job. Now enjoy watching the rest of the playoffs with the rest of us and shut it.

This is the kind of post that should all of the non-Cowboys fans on the board apologizing and doing damage control.

Let's see, on the first 3 pages we've got:

- 1 Thread recapping the season and looking to 2015: http://www.blowoutcards.com/forums/football/821460-cowboys-2014-season-recap-look-toward-2015-a.html

- 1 Thread about their playoff game (every playoff game gets a BO thread and it was started by a Packers fan): http://www.blowoutcards.com/forums/football/817785-official-gb-v-dallas-divisional-round-thread.html

- 1 Troll thread posted by a non-Cowboys fan to publicly display their ignorance and encourage others to do the same: http://www.blowoutcards.com/forums/football/821078-cowboys-fans-please-read.html

- 1 Tread polling the forum's opinion of the most controversial play in recent memory: http://www.blowoutcards.com/forums/football/820817-catch.html

I mean, besides the trolling thread, that makes only one thread dedicated solely to the Cowboys on the first 3 pages. I'm not really sure what you're so upset about. :confused:

[Spartyon]

HAHAHA
HA
HA
Glad you can't stand us. Nice of you to make an appearance in our thread seeing as how you "cannot stand" us. LOL
Run along now kid. You must be butt hurt about something. Maybe being a fan of a shitty team?
Thanks for the laughs

Bingo

Shitty- That's a big word for you

[swise0121]

Bingo

Shitty- That's a big word for you

Keep it coming.
Another bitter fan obsessed with the cowboys.
LOL
love it

[Spartyon]

This is the kind of post that should all of the non-Cowboys fans on the board apologizing and doing damage control.

Let's see, on the first 3 pages we've got:

- 1 Thread recapping the season and looking to 2015: http://www.blowoutcards.com/forums/football/821460-cowboys-2014-season-recap-look-toward-2015-a.html

- 1 Thread about their playoff game (every playoff game gets a BO thread and it was started by a Packers fan): http://www.blowoutcards.com/forums/football/817785-official-gb-v-dallas-divisional-round-thread.html

- 1 Troll thread posted by a non-Cowboys fan to publicly display their ignorance and encourage others to do the same: http://www.blowoutcards.com/forums/football/821078-cowboys-fans-please-read.html

- 1 Tread polling the forum's opinion of the most controversial play in recent memory: http://www.blowoutcards.com/forums/football/820817-catch.html

I mean, besides the trolling thread, that makes only one thread dedicated solely to the Cowboys on the first 3 pages. I'm not really sure what you're so upset about. :confused:

Its just been the arrogance the past 2 weeks more than anything. didn't do a thread count, but I have watched many Cowboys fans posting arrogant thoughts during this time. Even in your OP, "we are better than this and that team." You were better on that given day. Not sure that you can just declare yourselves better than them period. I would love to see the Cowboys take on Seattle again, I think that team is playing a hell of a lot better than they were when the teams first met.

And while I can admit that the catch Dez made, was indeed a catch, I seem to struggle to find posts where Cowboys will admit that the same bad officiating is what got them past the lions. Sure they still could have came back had the refs not unexplicable overturned that call, but it would have been a longshot. I am over that game, and didn't post about how we are better than x, y, z teams because we beat them during the regular season.

Then you have the guy who replied right above me... Just complete trash

Basically I have seen only sore winning and sore losing from the Cowboys fans on this thread and it wouldn't kill you(or hurt your public image as a fanbase) to just show a little class.

[swise0121]

Its just been the arrogance the past 2 weeks more than anything. didn't do a thread count, but I have watched many Cowboys fans posting arrogant thoughts during this time. Even in your OP, "we are better than this and that team." You were better on that given day. Not sure that you can just declare yourselves better than them period. I would love to see the Cowboys take on Seattle again, I think that team is playing a hell of a lot better than they were when the teams first met.

And while I can admit that the catch Dez made, was indeed a catch, I seem to struggle to find posts where Cowboys will admit that the same bad officiating is what got them past the lions. Sure they still could have came back had the refs not unexplicable overturned that call, but it would have been a longshot. I am over that game, and didn't post about how we are better than x, y, z teams because we beat them during the regular season.

Then you have the guy who replied right above me... Just complete trash

Basically I have seen only sore winning and sore losing from the Cowboys fans on this thread and it wouldn't kill you(or hurt your public image as a fanbase) to just show a little class.

KNEW it. Lions fan.
Choosing what you want to see is what it sounds like.
You got thoroughly owned by frenzy now run along champ

[tky2dex]

Shocked he declined that. In free agency, he might bring six million a year, but good luck finding a better O-line to work behind Demarco. Big mistake IMO.

Can you imagine AP in the back field with the oline we have. Just for thoughts if we loose Murray.

[TheFrenzy]

I would love to see the Cowboys take on Seattle again,

So would I. But I believe there is already a thread about that situation.

And while I can admit that the catch Dez made, was indeed a catch

Now we're talking.....

I seem to struggle to find posts where Cowboys will admit that the same bad officiating is what got them past the lions.

...and then we crash and burn. If you need me to do the legwork, I can dig up a dozen of my comments saying it was a bad call. Heck, I even started a thread last week stating my opinion has always been that if games can come down to inches, then refs can decide games. The distinction here is that:

Lions v Cowboys
- Lions say that the bad call cost them the game.
- Cowboys fans (most of them on this board anyways) say it was a bad call, but too much happened after to say it "decided" the game.

Packers v Cowboys
- Cowboys fans argue it was a bad call, but most (here anyways) have avoided saying it "decided" the game. We recognize Peppers' crazy strip, the missed field goal, the timeout that cost them a first down, and other opportunities to never need a 4th & 3 play. This is a key distinction between the "regular" Cowboys fans on the board and the way other members have reacted to the two calls. As for some of the trolls with <100 post counts, well I can't police those morons so just shake them off and move on.

Then you have the guy who replied right above me... Just complete trash

Thank you good sir. I'll have you know I already shaved my lucky mullet as a sign of mourning following their loss. :flex:

Basically I have seen only sore winning and sore losing from the Cowboys fans on this thread and it wouldn't kill you(or hurt your public image as a fanbase) to just show a little class

To be honest, the best Cowboys fans don't even speak English and have never set foot in Jerry World. 95% of those who can afford to go to the game are the silicone, big hair, and cocaine lines on the divorce lawyer's desk crowd. I can't fix that. All I know is I was born in downtown Dallas, my earliest memories of doing something with my dad were watching the 1992 team win a Super Bowl, and the first time I earned a bit of my future father-in-law's approval was cheering for the Cowboys and impressing him with my knowledge of Eddie LeBaron, Don Perkins, and Walt Garrison.

So yeah, people suck. Sorry you think I do. But I've cheered my guts out for this team since before I could wipe my own ass and you said yourself you think it was a catch.......imagine being a Cowboys fan and thinking that! Your team got screwed and then lost. My team put itself in a position to lose and then got screwed. The biggest difference is, when it happened to the Lions, they became the heroes and my team the villains despite having nothing to do with the idiot refs. Then when the same thing happens to my team, the national response is "karma's a bitch!"

And you want class? Well, you're probably never going to find it because you've been a member for almost two and still haven't managed to run into the great Cowboys fans who regularly contribute to this forum. Guys like yankeesfan, HBMC, tky2dex, FanboyofNone, and several others. I don't even care what category you put me in - I'll be an ass in someone's book if I have to.

But if you can't see the good members like these, then no, you will never find class. Not in any fanbase.

[swise0121]

I love how he tells cowboy fans to shut up and then rambles on about not having class.
LOL

[addicted36]

McCoy will be 29 going into next season. I honestly think you love romo. So obsessed with him it's hilarious

damn it just catching up on this and your post made me laugh out loud and my wife gave me a dirty look :)!

[addicted36]

How about you wait until your team wins 5 games before spewing stuff about the Cowboys? Since that may never happen again this forum would be blessed without having to hear your constant nonsense.

damn truth hurts huh?

[swise0121]

damn it just catching up on this and your post made me laugh out loud and my wife gave me a dirty look :)!

:coffee:
.....

[Spartyon]

So would I. But I believe there is already a thread about that situation.



Now we're talking.....



...and then we crash and burn. If you need me to do the legwork, I can dig up a dozen of my comments saying it was a bad call. Heck, I even started a thread last week stating my opinion has always been that if games can come down to inches, then refs can decide games. The distinction here is that:

Lions v Cowboys
- Lions say that the bad call cost them the game.
- Cowboys fans (most of them on this board anyways) say it was a bad call, but too much happened after to say it "decided" the game.

Packers v Cowboys
- Cowboys fans argue it was a bad call, but most (here anyways) have avoided saying it "decided" the game. We recognize Peppers' crazy strip, the missed field goal, the timeout that cost them a first down, and other opportunities to never need a 4th & 3 play. This is a key distinction between the "regular" Cowboys fans on the board and the way other members have reacted to the two calls. As for some of the trolls with <100 post counts, well I can't police those morons so just shake them off and move on.



Thank you good sir. I'll have you know I already shaved my lucky mullet as a sign of mourning following their loss. :flex:



To be honest, the best Cowboys fans don't even speak English and have never set foot in Jerry World. 95% of those who can afford to go to the game are the silicone, big hair, and cocaine lines on the divorce lawyer's desk crowd. I can't fix that. All I know is I was born in downtown Dallas, my earliest memories of doing something with my dad were watching the 1992 team win a Super Bowl, and the first time I earned a bit of my future father-in-law's approval was cheering for the Cowboys and impressing him with my knowledge of Eddie LeBaron, Don Perkins, and Walt Garrison.

So yeah, people suck. Sorry you think I do. But I've cheered my guts out for this team since before I could wipe my own ass and you said yourself you think it was a catch.......imagine being a Cowboys fan and thinking that! Your team got screwed and then lost. My team put itself in a position to lose and then got screwed. The biggest difference is, when it happened to the Lions, they became the heroes and my team the villains despite having nothing to do with the idiot refs. Then when the same thing happens to my team, the national response is "karma's a bitch!"

And you want class? Well, you're probably never going to find it because you've been a member for almost two and still haven't managed to run into the great Cowboys fans who regularly contribute to this forum. Guys like yankeesfan, HBMC, tky2dex, FanboyofNone, and several others. I don't even care what category you put me in - I'll be an ass in someone's book if I have to.

But if you can't see the good members like these, then no, you will never find class. Not in any fanbase.

I don't think you suck. You seem to have a well thought out opinion and argue your points reasonably(not just an observation from this thread). I just disagree in this instance. As for the guy who keeps cheering you on, I can't muster the strength to say the same about him.... Not sure I have heard a well thought out opinion from him, seems to be a good cheerleader though. Maybe he will prove me wrong

As for the my team got screwed then lost and your team put itself in a position to lose then got screwed point. I see what you are saying, but I am not sure if I am reading correctly but it seems like the difference there is that we were leading at the time and the Boys were down. Anyway, I think had this been reversed ie the Lions being the beneficiary of a bad call and winning, then having the same bad call that the boys did in the next round and losing we would be the villains too.

[swise0121]

I don't think you suck. You seem to have a well thought out opinion and argue your points reasonably(not just an observation from this thread). I just disagree in this instance. As for the guy who keeps cheering you on, I can't muster the strength to say the same about him.... Not sure I have heard a well thought out opinion from him, seems to be a good cheerleader though. Maybe he will prove me wrong

As for the my team got screwed then lost and your team put itself in a position to lose then got screwed point. I see what you are saying, but I am not sure if I am reading correctly but it seems like the difference there is that we were leading at the time and the Boys were down. Anyway, I think had this been reversed ie the Lions being the beneficiary of a bad call and winning, then having the same bad call that the boys did in the next round and losing we would be the villains too.


You'll get a well thought out response from me when I see a well thought out post from you. Actually, no you won't.
You already came in here and rambled away like a tool. Talking about not having class THEN telling people to shut up.
You're done in my book.
Carry on champ.
IGNORE MODE 'ON'

[addicted36]

Ha another gem love it. "Pukes" "Romosucks" classic. I do know the Romo story well, he came into the league in 2003 not 2004. Also comparing an undrafted free agent to a 1st round pick in terms of being ready to start right away is absurd. It should take an undrafted FA from a small school longer to develop. Oh and that over the hill chump with a broke back led the NFL in QBR and Passer Rating while the skins were set back 3-4 years due to the RG3 debacle:)!

Who cares when someone is drafted? Brady 6th rounder, Wilson 3rd rounder, how many more QBs do I need to list to prove that first rounder status is meaningless? Remember the 2011 draft? Alot of QBs drafted in the first round, yet it was the 2nd and 3rd rounders who were the best in the class. Just because a QB is taken in the first round or where he is selected doesnt mean he is the best in the class for this league. Rodgers was a late first round pick and wasnt the top QB in his own class yet he was developed and then started.

The idea that teams dont need to develop QBs anymore is stupid. Of course they do. Romo was developed slowly after you guys failed first by rushing Quincy Carter along and its worked out for you guys right? I would expect you to understand and agree with this but then again half of your fanbase probably have no idea who Bullet Bob Hayes or Danny White are and probably never heard of Quincy Carter since they didnt play for the Cowboys this year :p

[addicted36]

Cowboys offer Murray 4 years/ $16 million.

Lowball offer to me. He will get double that somewhere and they will draft a RB in the 2nd round to replace him

[Spartyon]

You'll get a well thought out response from me when I see a well thought out post from you. Actually, no you won't.
You already came in here and rambled away like a tool. Talking about not having class THEN telling people to shut up.
You're done in my book.
Carry on champ.
IGNORE MODE 'ON'

Do you promise?

[TheFrenzy]

I don't think you suck. You seem to have a well thought out opinion and argue your points reasonably(not just an observation from this thread). I just disagree in this instance. As for the guy who keeps cheering you on, I can't muster the strength to say the same about him.... Not sure I have heard a well thought out opinion from him, seems to be a good cheerleader though. Maybe he will prove me wrong

Hey, I think we can be friends. I'll even let you pick whether you want to be the white or black bicep.

http://media2.giphy.com/media/BvsKJXGzqfNPq/giphy.gif


You'll get a well thought out response from me when I see a well thought out post from you. Actually, no you won't.
You already came in here and rambled away like a tool. Talking about not having class THEN telling people to shut up.
You're done in my book.
Carry on champ.
IGNORE MODE 'ON'

http://i1120.photobucket.com/albums/l487/Northside777/IMG_3617.gif

Come on man......the moment an internet spat starts moving toward resolution, you gotta meet that person and extend the olive branch. Otherwise no one will ever believe you're doing anything other than trolling.

Just.....give it another shot.

[addicted36]

When you give up the amount of picks they did, patience goes right out the window, and reading about RGIII's regression as a QB means he's not only not improving, he's getting worse. That's a classic bust.



Romo's career record: 75-48, and if he wasn't playing the last few years, this team (especially in 2013) would've likely been a 4-6 win team. Missed most of the 2010 Season with a Broken Clavicle, that is also the only season in which he had a losing record in the games he started, which was 1-5.

Career passer Rating: 97.6, 2nd highest in League History behind Aaron Rodgers and just ahead of Peyton Manning.

Career Yardage: 33,270, 29th highest in league history and 9th highest of the current players. Franchise Record Holder.

Career YPA: 7.9, 6th highest in league history.

Career Comp %: 65.2%, 6th highest in league history

TD-INT Ratio: 242 TD - 110 INT

Comebacks: 24, 14th most in NFL History (Tied with Bledsoe, Fouts and Dave Krieg)

GW Drives: 28, 18th Most in NFL History (just one behind Jim Kelly and Johnny Unitas)

He's not done either, I'm bullish on the Cowboys offense, especially with this O-Line, those guys could be career extenders.



After Bill Parcells stubbornly keeps trying to use his guys in Testaverde and Bledsoe (who was done). Romo was lucky to even make the roster in 2004, and he only did because Qunicy Carter loved him some booger sugar. Romo was also really bad his first two years, he was truly close to being cut multiple times during his rookie year but he wound up hanging on and eventually made himself into one of the best QB's in Team History.

Romo played at Eastern Illinois, a good FCS school that didn't offer him a football scholarship, they gave him a golf scholarship. He walked on. He set all of their passing records that have been subsequently broken by Garoppolo. Won the Walter Payton Award in 2002, which is the FCS Heisman. Was a 3x All-American and 3x All Conference as well.

I don't know why you're so mad about Romo, but he's much better than he gets credit for.

I dont care what a Cowboys fan thinks about Griffin, I dont think much of him either. He is a bust. The coach who picked him has been fired, the GM who picked him has been replaced, heads rolled and mistakes were made there. Big deal. The Rams offered more for Griffin then the Skins did so it was the market price for drafting Griffin. They made a mistake but so what? Its not like other teams havent made bad picks, or trades either ahem Roy Williams? Life goes on, saying hyperbole like It set them back years doesnt make it so. How did that set them back years? They could have kept those picks and drafted idiots like Andre Williams who if you dont know was a first round pick who never played a game for them.

Im not down on Romo so much as me saying he is a great example of the need to develop QBs. Throwing them to the wolves ruins careers

[HBMC]

Come on man......the moment an internet spat starts moving toward resolution, you gotta meet that person and extend the olive branch. Otherwise no one will ever believe you're doing anything other than trolling.

Just.....give it another shot.

I have been a fan long enough to know that my avatar will attract all of the fans who are prejudiced towards my team, and they're not entirely wrong to think that way, but they cannot think that way about me and be accurate.

[trixstar]

DeMarco Murray, Dallas Cowboys disagree on value - NFL.com (http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000458473/article/demarco-murray-dallas-cowboys-disagree-on-value?campaign=Twitter_atn)

[HBMC]

DeMarco Murray, Dallas Cowboys disagree on value - NFL.com (http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000458473/article/demarco-murray-dallas-cowboys-disagree-on-value?campaign=Twitter_atn)

$4 million per annum isn't terrible for a RB any more, It'll suck if he leaves, but they cannot afford so many steaks at every position. If Murray get's a nice deal somewhere, I will not fault him at all for leaving.

[romo2austin2dez]

What are the chance's you guys think AP comes to Dallas?

Also what about trying to sign JPP? Think it is possible if not how about Greg Hardy might come cheap with his trial thing. What do you guys think?

[HBMC]

What are the chance's you guys think AP comes to Dallas?

Unless he gets cut or traded, not happening.


Also what about trying to sign JPP? Think it is possible if not how about Greg Hardy might come cheap with his trial thing. What do you guys think

No idea about JPP, but the Giants are letting him walk. I'd listen to JPP if he's wanting to come cheaper than usual to chase another ring. Hardy is nuclear waste from a PR standpoint, but is a good player.

[TheFrenzy]

DeMarco Murray, Dallas Cowboys disagree on value - NFL.com (http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000458473/article/demarco-murray-dallas-cowboys-disagree-on-value?campaign=Twitter_atn)

Yeah.........I'm guessing either Jerry is:

1. High on Randle as the workhorse and the 2-year deal for Ryan Williams means he's the new backup.
2. Has been secretly talking to Adrian Peterson and has the HOFer in his backpocket.
3. Throwing out an offer just to keep Murray around the table while he tries to work something out with Dez that would allow him to franchise Murray instead.
4. Trying to set the bar just low enough that no other team feels the need to "max out" on an offer and allow the Cowboys to come back with the best offer.
5. Realizing just how far the Boys cap room has to be stretched and just wants to start the negotiations on the lowest rung possible.
6. Accidentally sent that offer to Murray when it was intended to go to one of his coed playthings.

[HBMC]

Yeah.........I'm guessing either Jerry is:

1. High on Randle as the workhorse and the 2-year deal for Ryan Williams means he's the new backup.
2. Has been secretly talking to Adrian Peterson and has the HOFer in his backpocket.
3. Throwing out an offer just to keep Murray around the table while he tries to work something out with Dez that would allow him to franchise Murray instead.
4. Trying to set the bar just low enough that no other team feels the need to "max out" on an offer and allow the Cowboys to come back with the best offer.
5. Realizing just how far the Boys cap room has to be stretched and just wants to start the negotiations on the lowest rung possible.
6. Accidentally sent that offer to Murray when it was intended to go to one of his coed playthings.

3, 4, and 5 are more likely than anything else, Murray might get a nice deal, but I like this hardline approach from the front office, the Marion Barber deal still causes too many ulcers to be forgotten, even though Murray is not a guy without fire in his belly, unlike Barber, especially after Barber got paid.

[romo2austin2dez]

Yeah.........I'm guessing either Jerry is:

1. High on Randle as the workhorse and the 2-year deal for Ryan Williams means he's the new backup.
2. Has been secretly talking to Adrian Peterson and has the HOFer in his backpocket.
3. Throwing out an offer just to keep Murray around the table while he tries to work something out with Dez that would allow him to franchise Murray instead.
4. Trying to set the bar just low enough that no other team feels the need to "max out" on an offer and allow the Cowboys to come back with the best offer.
5. Realizing just how far the Boys cap room has to be stretched and just wants to start the negotiations on the lowest rung possible.
6. Accidentally sent that offer to Murray when it was intended to go to one of his coed playthings.

I think Murray is gone some one will sign him to a top dollar deal. Joseph Randle i believe he is a good RB but not a workhorse i see him as a good backup RB. There is many RB's out there that i think would come for cheap to battle for the #1 spot behind the BEST OL in the league like:
Darren Mcfadden,Knowshown Moreno,Ryan Matthews,Ray Rice,Stevan Ridley,Frank Gore and more..

[TheFrenzy]

Ray Rice

Just imagine the headlines if their 2015 backfield featured Ray Rice and Adrian Peterson.... :devil:

[romo2austin2dez]

Just imagine the headlines if their 2015 backfield featured Ray Rice and Adrian Peterson.... :devil:

Hahah Media would love it!!! I hope 1 of them come to Dallas though. What about Bruce Carter I think we need to resign him and only sign Durant and Mcclain if they come for cheap if not i would let both walk just to many injury's.

[TheFrenzy]

I'm hoping Sean Lee fully recovers. Having him, Carter, and McClain would go a long way toward making teams actually fear the Dallas D.

[romo2austin2dez]

I'm hoping Sean Lee fully recovers. Having him, Carter, and McClain would go a long way toward making teams actually fear the Dallas D.

So you would like to move Lee out the Middle spot if we keep Mcclain that is what they are planning to do with him?

[HBMC]

Darren Mcfadden - Always Dinged, which saddens me greatly.

Knowshown Moreno - One healthy Season, hurt otherwise.

Ryan Matthews - Always dinged, not dynamic enough to make much of a difference anyway.

Ray Rice - Done, physically not the same back IMO.

Stevan Ridley - Severely Injured, not sure how he's going to be health wise.

Frank Gore - Old, very worn. Not a bad player, but he's long in tooth and had diminishing explosion this season.



There's a difference between cheap and worth-less.

[RedSoxFan28]

Shocked he declined that. In free agency, he might bring six million a year, but good luck finding a better O-line to work behind Demarco. Big mistake IMO.

Didn't McCoy get a 5 year/ $45 million extension?
Murray would be getting under half of McCoy's yearly salary.
Running Back Contracts and Salaries | Over The Cap (http://overthecap.com/position/running-back/)

Murray should be getting at least $6 million compared to other RB salaries.

[kdub0982]

DeMarco Murray, Dallas Cowboys disagree on value - NFL.com (http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000458473/article/demarco-murray-dallas-cowboys-disagree-on-value?campaign=Twitter_atn)

That's a pretty misleading article as they have not offered Murray a deal in quite some time. From everything I've read, this was offered before the season even started, before Murray became the rushing champ and likely OPOY.

[kdub0982]

The Cowboys have retained Scott Linehan as well, meaning Garrett, Marinelli, and Linehan will all be back.

Callahan will not be back, and although he held the Offensive Coordinator title, it was Linehan who was the play-caller all year. That went about as well as it could have when it came to retaining the coaching staff.

[TheFrenzy]

Very excited to see that this morning.

This past season was supposed to be a rebuilding one and far exceeded expectations. (Honestly, aided a bit by one of the easiest schedules in the league......but then they did still beat Seattle in Seattle, stomped the Colts, beat the Lions, and would'a/could'a/should'a beat the Packers in Green Bay - so I'm willing to say they earned their 12-4 record.)

This next season was supposed to be the one where they improved and made playoff noise, and while I don't expect them to get some of the breaks they did this year, I think if they can keep their core free agents here and happy, draft well again, and stay happy, that another 12-4 or 11-5 season and a playoff spot is very likely.

[TheFrenzy]

In fact, some of the best news I've heard since the loss that our scheduled conferences for 2015 are the NFC South and the AFC East! The Cowboys' 2015 opponents will be:


(Away) - NY Giants
(Away) - Philadelphia Eagles
(Away) - Washington Redskins
(Away) - New Orleans Saints
(Away) - Tampa Bay Buccaneers
(Away) - Buffalo Bills
(Away) - Miami Dolphins
(Away) - Green Bay Packers
(Home) - NY Giants
(Home) - Philadelphia Eagles
(Home) - Washington Redskins
(Home) - Atlanta Falcons
(Home) - Carolina Panthers
(Home) - New England Patriots
(Home) - NY Jets
(Home) - Seattle Seahawks

With this schedule, I see a very manageable 11-5.

[HBMC]

Very excited to see that this morning.

This past season was supposed to be a rebuilding one and far exceeded expectations. (Honestly, aided a bit by one of the easiest schedules in the league......but then they did still beat Seattle in Seattle, stomped the Colts, beat the Lions, and would'a/could'a/should'a beat the Packers in Green Bay - so I'm willing to say they earned their 12-4 record.)

This next season was supposed to be the one where they improved and made playoff noise, and while I don't expect them to get some of the breaks they did this year, I think if they can keep their core free agents here and happy, draft well again, and stay happy, that another 12-4 or 11-5 season and a playoff spot is very likely.

Here's an interesting note too, this was the 1st season since 2002 that a 12-4 record didn't lead to a Bye.

The Redskins game cost Dallas way more than it should've.

[TheFrenzy]

The Redskins game cost Dallas way more than it should've.

And to think, when it happened I was ok with it because I was just so glad to see Colt McCoy get a big win....


Here's my incredibly early take on next year's schedule:

(Away) - NY Giants WIN
(Away) - Philadelphia Eagles LOSS
(Away) - Washington Redskins WIN
(Away) - New Orleans Saints WIN
(Away) - Tampa Bay Buccaneers WIN
(Away) - Buffalo Bills WIN
(Away) - Miami Dolphins LOSS (I see one upset loss to either BUF or MIA. Going to guess they beat the team with a new coach and something weird happens in Miami.)
(Away) - Green Bay Packers WIN (One of the Cowboys "Big Three" games next season. I'll chalk this one up to revenge.)
(Home) - NY Giants LOSS (Eli "stupid face" Manning continues his domination at Jerry World)
(Home) - Philadelphia Eagles WIN
(Home) - Washington Redskins WIN
(Home) - Atlanta Falcons LOSS (NFC South is down, but I don't see us sweeping them.)
(Home) - Carolina Panthers WIN
(Home) - New England Patriots Coin Flip (I see this game, whenever it falls, being the one that determines whether the Cowboys are contenders are not. A big win here and I see them in the NFC Championship game. A loss and probably an early exit again.)
(Home) - NY Jets WIN
(Home) - Seattle Seahawks WIN (Going with home field here. I'm only 52-48 on the Cowboys here.)

So my prediction is that the Patriots game (Which HAS to be a Monday Night game is the NFL has any sense) will determine whether the Boys are 12-4 Super Bowl contenders or 11-5 Wildcard fighters.

Best-case Prediction: 14-2 (Lose to one of NE, GB, SEA and then one upset loss)
Worst-case Prediction: 8-8 (I have a really hard time seeing them finish with a losing record with this schedule)

[HBMC]

Since this hasn't been bumped, the players Dallas have lost in Free Agency have cost a collective (I'll include Murray for the sake of completion) $126.6 Million in contracts, all of them not being starters except Murray and Durant.

Interesting look at how crazy Free Agency can really be.

[yankeesfan24]

4 comp picks next year!!!!!

I want us to get Derrick Morgan and draft either Ajayi, Duke Johnson, or Melvin Gordon, and the UCLA DE in the first. Then we will be set.

[HBMC]

4 comp picks next year!!!!!

Probably going to get a fat one for Murray. Probably a free 3rd Round Pick.

Derrick Morgan

Maybe, he'll definitely be cheaper than most at the Position.

Jay Ajayi

Me likey! Explosive, tough, is compared to Marshawn Lynch, which is good and bad (lots of contact, but lots of broken tackles too). Does have a lot of tread off of the tire though.

Duke Johnson

So fast, but it's scary to see him get hit with his tiny frame. I don't think he'll last long in the league, also not a pass protector, which was Murray's strong suit.

Melvin Gordon

Not a complete back IMO, got a lot of nice traits, but reading some of the warts really kind of makes me think Dallas would look elsewhere.

UCLA DE in the first.

Owamagbe Odighizuwa seems like an interesting pick, I don't think he's a 1st Rounder though. I'd prefer a Corner (Kevin Johnson, PJ Williams) or Todd Gurley (who I think will be a monster in the NFL health permitting) in the First. I'd be ecstatic if Bud Dupree somehow fell, he's so darned explosive that I think someone like Marinelli could glean the greatness out of his raw ability.

Should be an interesting Draft and remainder of Free Agency.

[HBMC]

So I would be lying if I said I wasn't excited about McFadden joining the Cowboys.

I am glad he's going to get a shot with a ream that has a good O-Line to showcase his speed.

[yankeesfan24]

So I would be lying if I said I wasn't excited about McFadden joining the Cowboys.

I am glad he's going to get a shot with a ream that has a good O-Line to showcase his speed.

for the price, we couldn't go wrong. He, Ryan Williams, and our pick will make a nice backfield RBBC!

[HBMC]

for the price, we couldn't go wrong. He, Ryan Williams, and our pick will make a nice backfield RBBC!

Hellz to the yeah!

[jbrandonw]

So I would be lying if I said I wasn't excited about McFadden joining the Cowboys.

I am glad he's going to get a shot with a ream that has a good O-Line to showcase his speed.

Me too man. I couldn't be more excited. Im from Arkansas, so obviously hated seeing him rot behind that terrible O-line, but I had basically accepted the fact that he was stuck there.

[hotshot]

Wow , the great RunDMC, always injured, has 0 drive....what a joke. I hope they get a legit back in the draft.

[tky2dex]

I am glad we picked up McFadden I think he has a lot left and behind our O-line we will get to see his full potential. This was a great move for us.

[TheFrenzy]

All we need is 2-years of decent production out of McFadden and the signing is genius. Anyone got any idea as to how well McFadden does in pass protection?

[TheFrenzy]

P.S. Somebody please convince me McFadden isn't Chris Warren 2.0.

[HBMC]

All we need is 2-years of decent production out of McFadden and the signing is genius. Anyone got any idea as to how well McFadden does in pass protection?

From what I have ever seen, he is quite a capable Running Back at most of the major skill requirements.There's a nice video package on the Cowboys' site showing his ability as a pass blocker (using proper blocking technique, which isn't common with RB's) His vision could be better when he runs and his durability is a concern, but he's awesome when he's right. I just wish this was 2008 lol!

[sjim8660]

I have just heard Romo restructured his deal and it freed up $12 Million for this years cap. Some people say its to re-sign Dez to a long term deal but some say it could be for a possible Peterson trade. I would love to see AP in Dallas since a lot of talk is saying he is worth a 2nd RD pick at this point. But does Dallas really need to spend so much money when they are doing such a great job at drafting and can get a RC RB in the 1st or 2nd for way cheaper than AP? I say if you can get AP for a 2nd and hope he gives Dallas a home town discount, than do the deal, but there is no way they should shell out the $12 million plus AP is owed on his current deal. Draft a RB and slow build the team right. I honestly don't see anyone in the division getting better so if we can getter better even by a little, Dallas might be able to get deeper in the playoffs next year.

[barberromo2008]

I think the Cowboys will be a 11-5 team next year and make the playoffs again. Yeah no Murray which is upsetting, yet with our O-line, I think Jerry Jones will draft a RB who will be the starter in 2015. That is his track record, Julius Jones, Marion Barber, Felix Jones, and DeMarco Murray.

[jmscoggin]

I want AP pretty badly but not at $12 million, much less that AND a 2nd rd pick. If for some reason he gets released and Jerry can get him cheap than do it. If not, let's roll with McFadden and draft a rookie RB. I'd rather this new cap room go to finding some decent corners.

[sjim8660]

I think the Cowboys will be a 11-5 team next year and make the playoffs again. Yeah no Murray which is upsetting, yet with our O-line, I think Jerry Jones will draft a RB who will be the starter in 2015. That is his track record, Julius Jones, Marion Barber, Felix Jones, and DeMarco Murray.

I think you are right and if you look at the RB's that Dallas has drafted they didnt do to bad. I think Felix and Barber were never meant to be starters but Dallas forced them into those roles. Julius and Murray held their own. Dallas does not have a bad track record drafting RB's, its just not perfect. I think 11-5 and another division crown is likely, if for no other reason, the rest of the division didnt improve a lot. Some can argue the Eagles might have gotten worse, even with Murray. The draft will be interesting, if Gordon or Gurley is there when Dallas picks in the 1st take them, if not, Dallas needs to go pass rusher or DT. Than go RB in the 2nd.

[TheFrenzy]

This is a really weird time to be a Cowboys fan. I feel such a strange mix of excitement and cynicism.

Even with the loss of Murray and some other pieces, I feel like there's not really much of a way to mess up the foundation that has been laid. The defense, which should feature Sean Lee, Rolando McLain, and Greg Hardy will get plenty of attention in the draft. The running game has one obvious need, but a dozen ways of addressing it. And even the O-Line, the strength of the entire team, might even get an upgrade with the addition of a swing tackle.

The only weakness I see possibly not being addressed is backup quarterback.

[sjim8660]

This is a really weird time to be a Cowboys fan. I feel such a strange mix of excitement and cynicism.

Even with the loss of Murray and some other pieces, I feel like there's not really much of a way to mess up the foundation that has been laid. The defense, which should feature Sean Lee, Rolando McLain, and Greg Hardy will get plenty of attention in the draft. The running game has one obvious need, but a dozen ways of addressing it. And even the O-Line, the strength of the entire team, might even get an upgrade with the addition of a swing tackle.

The only weakness I see possibly not being addressed is backup quarterback.

I honestly think QB in general is a weakness. If you look at what Romo did in the 4th qtr of the GB playoff game his stats were terrible. I don't remember them total but i believe it was 23 yds, o TD's and sacked 3 times, for the entire 4th QTR. The only reason he had a good year is because the running game was so good. Romo will not win a big game for you but he can manage a game and he can loose a game for you.

[TheFrenzy]

I honestly think QB in general is a weakness.

:confused:

Romo was an MVP candidate at the end of last season. His throw to Dez was about as perfect as humanly possible.

[sjim8660]

:confused:

Romo was an MVP candidate at the end of last season. His throw to Dez was about as perfect as humanly possible.

Think about the plays leading up to that 4th down throw. He took an unnecessary sack a play early and that cost them the few yards they needed for the 1st down. They only needed a few yards for that first down, why throw it 20 yards down the field when you need 2 or 3? I am not saying he is a terrible QB but the running game made him look really good this year.

[TheFrenzy]

Anyone else see a 12-4 season?

Dallas Cowboys 2015 Regular Season Schedule - NFL.com (http://www.nfl.com/schedules/2015/REG/COWBOYS)

[HBMC]

Anyone else see a 12-4 season?

Dallas Cowboys 2015 Regular Season Schedule - NFL.com (http://www.nfl.com/schedules/2015/REG/COWBOYS)

I hate projecting records, I especially hate it prior to the draft.

[tky2dex]

Anyone else see a 12-4 season?

Dallas Cowboys 2015 Regular Season Schedule - NFL.com (http://www.nfl.com/schedules/2015/REG/COWBOYS)

I do 12-4 or 13-3. I can't wait until we play GB again and this time finish them off. We going to be better than we were last season. Another year with our oline playing together. Doesn't matter if we lost Murray. We will be ok without him. McFadden has a lot left and now he's on a winning team with an O-line to open up a freeway for him. Cowboys SB run starts with the Giants week 1. Cannot wait.

[TheFrenzy]

I hate projecting records, I especially hate it prior to the draft.

I know. I know.....

.......but that ending stretch looks sooo soft. :eatit:

[TheFrenzy]

- All the draft picks signed.
- Stupid depth on the O-Line.
- One of the most underrated QBs and best receiving corps in the league.
- A significantly upgraded defense.

I'm pretty excited!

[HBMC]

Need to get Dez happy and signed.

[TheFrenzy]

Need to get Dez happy and signed.

Agreed. I see this as a bigger deal than the "running back situation" that the national media likes to focus in on. Whether it's Randle, McFadden, Williams, or some free agent RB, that position is going to be taken care of. (provided they can pass block!)

Dez missing a game or more does strike me as a "crucial" To-Do list item.

[HBMC]

Agreed. I see this as a bigger deal than the "running back situation" that the national media likes to focus in on. Whether it's Randle, McFadden, Williams, or some free agent RB, that position is going to be taken care of. (provided they can pass block!)

Dez missing a game or more does strike me as a "crucial" To-Do list item.

The offense is crippled without him, it's imperative that he get signed, but with fellow 2010 1st Round Draftee Demaryius Thomas and 2011 First Rounders Julio Jones and AJ Green not signed, the market hasn't been reset, everyone is in a Mexican Standoff waiting for the first team to buckle and set the market. Dez wants more than Jordy Nelson per annum, he definitely deserves it, but the team cannot afford to do that and remain competitive in the long run. Especially with the impending 5th Year option for Frederick coming after 2016 and Martin the year after. Those two could price themselves out of Dallas without the cap shooting up big time.

[TheFrenzy]

The offense is crippled without him, it's imperative that he get signed, but with fellow 2010 1st Round Draftee Demaryius Thomas and 2011 First Rounders Julio Jones and AJ Green not signed, the market hasn't been reset, everyone is in a Mexican Standoff waiting for the first team to buckle and set the market. Dez wants more than Jordy Nelson per annum, he definitely deserves it, but the team cannot afford to do that and remain competitive in the long run. Especially with the impending 5th Year option for Frederick coming after 2016 and Martin the year after. Those two could price themselves out of Dallas without the cap shooting up big time.

I would imagine that Denver and another team or two would buckle before the Cowboys, but I haven't studied the contract situations...

[sjim8660]

- All the draft picks signed.
- Stupid depth on the O-Line.
- One of the most underrated QBs and best receiving corps in the league.
- A significantly upgraded defense.

I'm pretty excited!

Ya, Dallas is looking good on paper right now. To me the biggest boost will come from Demarcus Lawrence being able to play a full season. When he finally got in at the end of the season last year, he was all over the place. He could be a 10+ sack guy if he can play the whole year. For some reason nobody is talking about him and he might end up being our best defensive player. Overall I can honestly say this team is better than last years team.

Looking at the rest of our division, I am not sure how much the others improved. NYG will improve by default if Cruz can come back healthy, (i have him as a HUGE fantasy sleeper). I think it will be a fight between Dallas and NYG for the division crown.

[yankeesfan24]

I am so excited to watch the defense this season!

[HBMC]

I would imagine that Denver and another team or two would buckle before the Cowboys, but I haven't studied the contract situations...

I think the team to watch of the other three could be Cincinnati, they have a habit of getting guys they like locked up early. That would more than likely cause the other two dominos to fall, followed by Dez.


Looking at the rest of our division, I am not sure how much the others improved. NYG will improve by default if Cruz can come back healthy, (i have him as a HUGE fantasy sleeper). I think it will be a fight between Dallas and NYG for the division crown.

I think that is a fair assessment, New York seems to have the most solid roster outside of Dallas, but their O-Line is still a question mark IMO. Eli Manning playing sloppy is a gift to everyone outside of the Meadowlands.

I am so excited to watch the defense this season!

Me too, I'm really intrigued by Byron Jones' ability as both a Corner and Safety, he could potentially be the center fielder in Nickel that Dallas hasn't had since Woodson retired. The pass rush could be really fun to watch this year if Gregory is ready to play a lot early on and Hardy only misses a few games. Anthony Hitchens has also shown out in a serious way at OTA's in running drills playing MLB. Lot's of depth and youth everywhere!

[TheFrenzy]

Dez Bryant's absence from practices: Net-gain or net-loss for the team?

Mentally I know it's a net-loss, but as someone who collects Williams and Street, it's been fun to read about the reps they're getting. I know Dez is going to be signed and going to be a beast, so hopefully the younger guys are making the most of their time to minimize the overall damage his (Jerry's?) holdout might cause.

[HBMC]

Dez Bryant's absence from practices: Net-gain or net-loss for the team?

Mentally I know it's a net-loss, but as someone who collects Williams and Street, it's been fun to read about the reps they're getting. I know Dez is going to be signed and going to be a beast, so hopefully the younger guys are making the most of their time to minimize the overall damage his (Jerry's?) holdout might cause.

It's Dez's camp and a lack of a set market that are driving him to not sign his tender or a long term deal. I am not worried in the least.

[sjim8660]

I am actually really excited about the other WR's. Guys like Williams and Beasley. I am hoping that Escobar takes some strides also, considering Witten will not be around forever.

[TheFrenzy]

I know that any article written by a single writer covering all 32 teams is going to have some holes, but do you ever even wonder if these writers look at the teams they are writing on?

Why Each NFL Team Can Win the Super Bowl and Where It Could Go Wrong in 2015 | Bleacher Report (http://bleacherreport.com/articles/2517320-why-each-nfl-team-can-win-the-super-bowl-and-where-it-could-go-wrong-in-2015/page/10)

For me the litmus test of anyone writing on the Cowboys this offseason is to look for the line: "Offseason personnel losses will hurt them this year, most notably DeMarco Murray. Losing the defending rushing champ will hurt no matter what else you do. Look for the Cowboys to take a step back this season."

It's almost be the standard cliche for covering the Cowboys this offseason. I don't see how you can look at this team for more than five minutes and not see:
- A healthier Romo
- A receiving corp with another season under its belt
- The league's best offensive line
- The addition of three first round talents in the draft
- The return of both Sean Lee and Rolando
- The addition of Greg Hardy, especially since his suspension was reduced

The negatives I forecast are a decrease in overall rushing yards and decreased special teams play with the loss of Dwayne Harris and the extra point changes.

[hanstess]

- The return of both Sean Lee and maybe Rolando. Rolando just can't seem to stay out of trouble

I know that any article written by a single writer covering all 32 teams is going to have some holes, but do you ever even wonder if these writers look at the teams they are writing on?

Why Each NFL Team Can Win the Super Bowl and Where It Could Go Wrong in 2015 | Bleacher Report (http://bleacherreport.com/articles/2517320-why-each-nfl-team-can-win-the-super-bowl-and-where-it-could-go-wrong-in-2015/page/10)

For me the litmus test of anyone writing on the Cowboys this offseason is to look for the line: "Offseason personnel losses will hurt them this year, most notably DeMarco Murray. Losing the defending rushing champ will hurt no matter what else you do. Look for the Cowboys to take a step back this season."

It's almost be the standard cliche for covering the Cowboys this offseason. I don't see how you can look at this team for more than five minutes and not see:
- A healthier Romo
- A receiving corp with another season under its belt
- The league's best offensive line
- The addition of three first round talents in the draft
- The return of both Sean Lee and Rolando
- The addition of Greg Hardy, especially since his suspension was reduced

The negatives I forecast are a decrease in overall rushing yards and decreased special teams play with the loss of Dwayne Harris and the extra point changes.

[yankeesfan24]

With Greg Hardy back for 12 games, our pass rush is going to be unreal. A 3rd down pass rush of Crawford, Gregory, Lawrence, and Hardy is going to cause major issues.

[sjim8660]

With Greg Hardy back for 12 games, our pass rush is going to be unreal. A 3rd down pass rush of Crawford, Gregory, Lawrence, and Hardy is going to cause major issues.

I think Lawrence coming back for hopefully a full season will make the biggest impact on the defense. He is the one guy with huge potential that nobody is talking about. In the very few games he played in last year he was very impressive.

I have heard some people say we will be 4-0 in the first 4 games? I don't think so. I think NYG could sneak out a win to open the season, just because they will be improved and they always play us hard. Also the Saints could be a tough week 4 matchup. We could be 3-1 or 2-2 after 4. Of course we get Rolando and Hardy back for week 5 so the team will see some upgrading on defense. Who knows, training camp will be telling, injuries, who will start where ect...

[kairi-2008]

Our Offensive Line is the key, they have the ability to create time and space. We should look good with the ball.

Our Defence is much improved.

I see at least 10 wins.

[jbrandonw]

How much was hardys suspension reduced?

[HBMC]

How much was hardys suspension reduced?

6 games, so he's only missing 4 games now.

As for TheFrenzy's Bleacher Report link, most of that stuff is so generic and aimed at casual fans of football or a certain team, their analysis is akin to the reasoning behind so much chatter that exists on Sports Radio lol.

[sjim8660]

Well it is starting to happen, the thing all Dallas fans was worried about. McFadden was just placed on the PUP list with a hamstring pull. I hope this doesn't mark the start of an injury riddled career in Dallas. If the nagging injuries continue to mount and Dallas does not find someone to step in and take his place, we could look back on this season and see a missed opportunity to make a legit run. Since training camp just started, if I was Dallas I would make a move for another RB right now, you can always release a RB during cut backs but at least you have the bodies for camp. This could spell disaster for Dallas if it is not handled properly.

[yankeesfan24]

McFadden was never brought in to be the starter IMO. This is Randle's gig to lose.

[kdub0982]

McFadden was never brought in to be the starter IMO. This is Randle's gig to lose.

Agreed, he was brought in to be a change of pace guy/true vet presence in that backfield. I fully expect Randle to take control of the starting job in training camp but we will see soon enough.

2 weeks until the first preseason game!

[HBMC]

Well it is starting to happen, the thing all Dallas fans was worried about. McFadden was just placed on the PUP list with a hamstring pull. I hope this doesn't mark the start of an injury riddled career in Dallas. If the nagging injuries continue to mount and Dallas does not find someone to step in and take his place, we could look back on this season and see a missed opportunity to make a legit run. Since training camp just started, if I was Dallas I would make a move for another RB right now, you can always release a RB during cut backs but at least you have the bodies for camp. This could spell disaster for Dallas if it is not handled properly.

He's on PUP due to something he's had for the better part of the last month. It's precautionary more than anything else. When camp starts, players have to be designated to comply with NFL rules. I would be more worried about it if it was the week before the opening game, it's the first day of camp. They've got Seastrunk, Randle, Gus Johnson and will probably bring in others for camp.

As for the release of Ryan Williams, turns out he had two knee scopes on his right knee in the window of six months. Damaged goods.

Keith Rivers also retired, shame as he a decent shot to make the team. Hope he has all of his money and has a long and happy life ahead of him after football.

[yankeesfan24]

Anyone else surprised with Wilber running first team over Brinkley? I think it is just because Wilber is returning, but I would be fine either way with what happens.

[yankeesfan24]

Less than a week until the first preseason game! Hopefully DMC gets out of today's practice healthy.

[sjim8660]

Less than a week until the first preseason game! Hopefully DMC gets out of today's practice healthy.

I heard reports they were going to keep him out until after the 1st preseason game. I really dont see this working out with DMC. He just keeps getting nagging injuries. I trust Randle and Dunbar, so I am not really sweating it.

[yankeesfan24]

I heard reports they were going to keep him out until after the 1st preseason game. I really dont see this working out with DMC. He just keeps getting nagging injuries. I trust Randle and Dunbar, so I am not really sweating it.

As of yesterday, he was supposed to practice today. But now they are keeping him out until next Saturday. I agree with Randle & Dunbar, but DMC may not even make the team now...

[sjim8660]

As of yesterday, he was supposed to practice today. But now they are keeping him out until next Saturday. I agree with Randle & Dunbar, but DMC may not even make the team now...

I agree, they might cut him and bring in another vet to test out. Chris Johnson would be interesting or Pierre Thomas. Thomas might have the most left in the tank out of the FA vets left.

[HBMC]

I heard reports they were going to keep him out until after the 1st preseason game. I really dont see this working out with DMC. He just keeps getting nagging injuries. I trust Randle and Dunbar, so I am not really sweating it.

Dunbar is in a walking boot and just had a fairly bad ankle injury (like a mid level ankle sprain, not a true sprain or high ankle sprain), so he might be out for a couple weeks. I do want Randle to succeed, but I have no faith in Dunbar, that guy makes McFadden look like a model of health. McFadden said he felt good to go four days ago, so it's the trainers who are saving him.

As of yesterday, he was supposed to practice today. But now they are keeping him out until next Saturday. I agree with Randle & Dunbar, but DMC may not even make the team now...

I doubt that, he's making almost nothing for a salary and is more versatile than Dunbar. He's also the best Pass Blocking RB they have.

[HBMC]

Some of the news pieces over the past few days:

DT Chris Whaley has torn his Achilles during a pass rush drill while cutting, he was starting to flash some ability as a 3 Technique tackle and this unfortunately happened, IR bound now. Kenneth Boatright is still at the hospital after jacking up his neck during a drill after he fell into Tyron Smith. Thankfully he has all feeling in his extremities and will probably not be back for anything football related until they get back to Dallas, but his health is priority number 1 of course.

Randle returned to practice after a nebulous "Oblique Injury" and looked fine, I suspect Gus Johnson & Lache Seastrunk will be carrying the ball a lot against the Chargers on Thursday. Saving Randle, Dunbar and McFadden from getting anything else done to them is most prudent IMO. Can't win any games that matter in August.

I am not surprised they have slow walked McFadden thus far, no point in chancing his hamstring getting worse, thankfully all reports on him during rehab is that he is cutting violently without issue. He stated last week that he felt like he could've gone in practice without issue, so they really must feel that he's more valuable long-term than advertised.

Byron Jones has been really good in most of the drills and 1-on-1's, he made a really remarkable play in a 1v1 with Dez, Dez had him beat and the ball was headed over Byron's head, Dez slowed to high point the ball, leaped and Byron leapt into view and broke up the play after making an awkward jump to get there. This guy is a freak athletically and could possibly be playing safety if JJ Wilcox doesn't get his crap together in coverage. With Scandrick's sore knee keeping him out, he might still be at CB. I am content with any position as long as he plays. Morris Claiborne has also shown up to camp with a major chip on his shoulder, he's not perfect, but he's actually sticking his nose into the plays when they run to his side and he's covering better. I do want him to succeed, he might be a rebound candidate, we can only hope!

La'el Collins is getting better every day, from what I have heard and read he is getting his legs under him and is punching violently with his blocks. He may not unseat Ronald Leary, but he is awesome interior lineman insurance for a younger guy. Darrion Weems will probably get the start Thursday at RT with Free rehabbing his foot.

I am also really excited to see Damien Wilson play, that guy is a heatseeking missile when he see's the runner. His block shedding isn't bad for a rookie and he is a sure tackler, think they might've got another Hitchens (who has been a rock this camp thus far).

The UDFA WR's have been an adventure to say the least, Antwan Goodley has been a complete waste of time, he's been hurt more than practicing and he has issues with catching the ball. Deontay Greenberry is physically gifted but he gets dinged a lot (I suspect he might go to the PS if he doesn't do much in the Preseason games, got some tools to work with). Lucky Whitehead is flashing some really nice return and ability as a pass catcher, he may not be a big WR, but his hands are more reliable than first expected and he plays a lot like Dez, lots of movement after a return and lots of twists & flips to avoid tacklers. Reggie Dunn may be a smurf out there, but the guy makes plays, he catches everything and runs his routes fearlessly. Farmer and Harwell have shown minor flashes and might be cuts, shame as Farmer was a guy they threw some money at to get him at camp.

Geoff Swaim has actually been pretty awesome in some pass catching drills, a lot like Dallas might've stolen a guy that was underutilized at Texas. He's not physically ready to be a blocking TE in the NFL, but he has the frame and has softer hands than I thought. Texas really messed up not using him more.

QB Jameil Showers has shown that he was definitely recruited by A&M for a reason, he's got a nice arm and is a bit of a swiss army knife guy, lots of athelticism and a willingness to do anything asked of him, I would not be surprised if Dallas keeps him on the PS to mimic other faster QB's in practice. Heck he's even played some Special Teams on kickoff coverage.

QB Dustin Vaughan has looked pretty poor, I would not be surprised if he is a cut if he doesn't do something in the Preseason games, his decision making is really slow and he looks uncomfortable in the pocket, like Stephen McGee did. :rolleyes:

I am eager to see how these guys do over the next couple of weeks, there's tons of bodies to pick through with the D-Line and WR's. I expect the Defense to play a lot better this year judging by all of the talent they added.

PS - Greg Hardy has been awesome in some drills but is getting stoned by Tyron and Zack, that doesn't happen much, so please, don't take these two awesome players for granted. Tyron Smith might be the next All-Timer LT if things play out right, and Zack Martin is a machine, I have no other words to describe the guy.

[hanstess]

Just finished reviewing the injury report - 25 friggin guys on the shelf right now. Sure would like to see J Randle shake his oblique injury

[sjim8660]

Randy Gregory has been killing it in the preseason. 2 sacks in 2 games and he only played 20ish snaps in the last game. If he can get a sack for every 20 snaps, that would be a massive achievement. If he can get 8 sacks on the season it would help a lot.

[trixstar]

@MikeGarafolo: This won't be a shock considering the tweets from the scene but early fears are that Cowboys CB Orlando Scandrick tore his ACL today.

[lagalaxyfan23]

@MikeGarafolo: This won't be a shock considering the tweets from the scene but early fears are that Cowboys CB Orlando Scandrick tore his ACL today.

Even though I hate the Cowboys, I'm hoping for the best. Scandrick is their best CB, and I would hate to see him go down with a season ending injury. :mad:

[HBMC]

After watching the clip, it looked worse than just an ACL, dammit all to hell. :(

Time for Mo Claiborne and Patmon to show up, Byron Jones' life just got a lot more hectic too. Thank goodness they snagged Corey White as well.

[yankeesfan24]

torn ACL and MCL for Scandrick. Sucks, but CB is very deep for us this year. We are going to miss him, but this isn't as bad as losing Sean Lee *knocks on wood*

[ChicoCheese]

After watching the clip, it looked worse than just an ACL, dammit all to hell. :(

Time for Mo Claiborne and Patmon to show up, Byron Jones' life just got a lot more hectic too. Thank goodness they snagged Corey White as well.

Dang, brother I'm sorry to hear this news. Silver lining is that you are deep at the position and have 2 first round picks at CB over the last 3 years.

Hoping for a speedy recovery for your guy!

[sjim8660]

I didn't get a chance to see the Dallas, Minn game, but I have been reading about it. I heard Gregory got another sack and DMC looked much better than Randle. The Dallas defensive line will be a force this year. I cant wait for week 1.

[kdub0982]

I didn't get a chance to see the Dallas, Minn game, but I have been reading about it. I heard Gregory got another sack and DMC looked much better than Randle. The Dallas defensive line will be a force this year. I cant wait for week 1.

Gregory also had another sack wiped out by a penalty, would've been 4 sacks in 3 games. DMC looked great and Romo really got it going too.

[sjim8660]

Gregory also had another sack wiped out by a penalty, would've been 4 sacks in 3 games. DMC looked great and Romo really got it going too.

That's what I heard. Also Dez and Zack Martin were both held out for precautionary reasons. Imagine if this team can stay healthy, come week 5 when Hardy and Rolando are back, this team can be a real force.

[kdub0982]

That's what I heard. Also Dez and Zack Martin were both held out for precautionary reasons. Imagine if this team can stay healthy, come week 5 when Hardy and Rolando are back, this team can be a real force.

Very true, but then again it's only the preseason. Though it was definitely encouraging to see the starters performing well.

[yankeesfan24]

from what I have read and seen, Randle had no blocking, while DMC had lanes a truck could have gone through. This is still Randle's job.

[HBMC]

This is still Randle's job.

If he's not going to pass block better, then it won't be.

[TheFrenzy]

Looks like we've now added Christian Michael and Kellen Moore.

At least Moore has experience in our offensive system.

[hanstess]

Looks like we've now added Christian Michael and Kellen Moore.

At least Moore has experience in our offensive system.

Definite upgrade over Weeden

[yankeesfan24]

I like the CMike addition. Kellen Moore is meh.

[FanboyOfNone]

Definite upgrade over Weeden

I'm actually coming to terms with Weeden at backup.

-Forgetting the Cardinals' game last season, he threw for 120 yards and 2 TDs in 8 snaps. Small sample size, but it's something.

-Weeden started one game cold against the Cardinals, the team leading the league in wins. Murray was held to 79 yards, ending his 8 game, 100+ yard streak; he also failed to covert on a critical 4th and 1 run.

The Cardinals held Rivers to a 57.1 QB rating in the season opener. Could Weeden have handled other teams as a starter? I think so.

[HBMC]

Welp, time to strap it on Weeden, he didn't look too out of sorts in his relief.

Thankfully Atlanta's Defense is not comprised of world beaters and the Saints are an absolute dumpster fire on Defense.

[trixstar]

Putting Jerry Jones' outrageous comments about Greg Hardy into perspective (http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/13985564/putting-jerry-jones-outrageous-comments-greg-hardy-perspective)

[TheFrenzy]

So, halfway through the season, what position do you think Dallas should go after in the draft? Do we finally draft a QB? Or does Jerry go RB and maybe WR and then try to pick up another undrafted guy?

(Not talking about tanking here.)

[HBMC]

So, halfway through the season, what position do you think Dallas should go after in the draft? Do we finally draft a QB? Or does Jerry go RB and maybe WR and then try to pick up another undrafted guy?

(Not talking about tanking here.)

It all depends on where they are.

I think CB will be a bigger need in the first round as Carr is likely to be cut and Claiborne may leave.

I wouldn't be opposed to RB, but there's no one that immediately strikes me that would be 1st Round worthy. QB could be a crap shoot/project.

If it's me, I look for CB, DE and RB in that order.

[yankeesfan24]

WR or CB in the first, QB in the second, RB in the 3rd (or sign a FA)

[eaglescubs555]

You guys def need some LB help.

[TheFrenzy]

NFC East update:

Giants schedule: 5-5
- @Redskins
- Jets
- @ Dolphins
- Panthers
- @ Vikings
- Eagles

Eagles schedule: 4-6
- @ Lions
- @ Patriots
- Bills
- Cardinals
- Redskins
- @ Giants

Redskins schedule: 4-6
- Giants
- Cowboys
- @ Bears
- Bills
- @ Eagles
- @ Cowboys

Cowboys schedule: 3-7
- Panthers
- @ Redskins
- @ Packers
- Jets
- @ Bills
- Redskins

My prediction:
Cowboys 8-8
Giants 8-8
Eagles 7-9
Redskins 6-10

[sjim8660]

If Dallas can somehow sneak into the playoffs they will be a dangerous team.

[TheFrenzy]

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[TheFrenzy]

Side note: Congratulations to Romo and Dez for their historic 50th touchdown. The most prolific QB-WR duo in team history.

[HBMC]

Side note: Congratulations to Romo and Dez for their historic 50th touchdown. The most prolific QB-WR duo in team history.

Hard to believe Troy and Michael didn't have more, but there's always room for more TD's in the 88 Club!

[HBMC]

Welp, after another clavicle injury, Romo is likely done for the season. And as of this moment, the Cowboys would have the #4 Overall pick. Of the three teams ahead of Dallas, only one has a question at QB (the Browns), so there is a strong possibility that the Cowboys will have a lot of flexibility in the draft if they continue to plummet. It truly is a gutting feeling to watch Romo get hurt yet again.

[TheFrenzy]

I'm going to be very sad if the Cowboys draft the first QB off the board....

.....and there's no Topps Chrome rainbow to chase.

[sjim8660]

I think Dallas should go pass rusher and RB with their first 2 picks. I think its a safe bet to say Dallas will not be re-signing Hardy so drafting another pass rusher isn't a terrible idea.

[TheFrenzy]

Ezekiel Elliot?

[mrmojorisin71]

Ezekiel Elliot?

They need to draft a guy they can groom, they've needed to do that the last three years and look what's it's gotten them? Matt cassell lol.

Sure a running back would be good for them but you can get one of them anywhere as long as they fit the blocking scheme.

They need another quality receiver, another mlb, and people in the secondary

'Most importantly, a quarterback that can be relied upon when the paper mache tony romo breaks in half again.

Oh and edited to the actually most important, somehow get rid of that nut job Jerry jones. I'm wondering if they're gonna resign randle since his most recent criminal activity.

[HBMC]

I WIN!

Your score is: 7708 (GRADE: A)

Your Picks:
Round 1 Pick 9 (STL): Jared Goff, QB, California (A+)
Round 2 Pick 11 (MIA): Ezekiel Elliott, RB, Ohio State (A+)
Round 2 Pick 13 (STL): Jonathan Allen, DE/DT, Alabama (B+)
Round 3 Pick 7: Vonn Bell, SS, Ohio State (A+)
Round 4 Pick 7: Demarcus Robinson, WR, Florida (A)
Round 4 Pick 11 (MIA): Tyler Matakevich, OLB, Temple (A+)
Round 5 Pick 25 (G.B.): Cyrus Jones, CB, Alabama (B+)
Round 6 Pick 8 (MINN): Luther Maddy, DT, Virginia Tech (A)
Round 6 Pick 14: Ricky Seals-Jones, WR, Texas A&M (A+)
Round 6 Pick 20 (JAX): Jamal Golden, FS, Georgia Tech (B)
Round 7 Pick 18 (MINN): Terrance Smith, OLB, Florida State (B)

I'll accept the GM paycheck Pro-Rata'd, thanks! :D