Jerry on the Normathon

by Or Moyal on Dec 26, 2007 12:05 PM CST Comment 14 comments

(Excuse the rough nature of this diary, I'm writing in simultaneity with the interview)
Norm's conducting an interview with our beloved owner and GM as we speak. So far, he's divulged that
A: He plans to announce a big signing later on today, but did not name the player. I'm predicting Ken Hamlin.
B: He plans to concentrate on multiple positions in the draft, adress depth. While it could be damage control and people rarely let the media know of their draft strategies before the event, I guess that statement is worth something.
C: Witten is part of the interview as well... Jerry pledged $5K to the Austin Street Shelter on behalf of Jason's contributions to the team, citing that our Tight End had incredible leadership and a competitive streak.
D: Norm cited Witten's chemistry with Romo, both on and off the field. Witten said the two are linked; they supplement each other.
E: When he first bought the team, Jerry heard a lot of people say that it was a very risky investment and also realized that it was a lifelong commitment to the franchise. He considers it a great blessing to be part of the organization.

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I'm assuming the big signing is

an extension of one of current players, somebody like Ware or Newman.

In Romo we Trust

by Terry on Dec 26, 2007 12:15 PM CST reply actions 0 recs

This could be the most important draft

in nearly two decades. Whatever we do, we gotta do it right.

There are two Adrian Petersons, but there is only one Marion Barber.

by Nelson on Dec 26, 2007 12:23 PM CST reply actions 0 recs

Not even close

But yeah, It's important.
'89, '90, and '91 were all huge. More recently, 2003 and 2005 were terrific.

by Or Moyal on Dec 26, 2007 12:28 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

Speaking of the draft

Norm's just announced that his next segment will be all about the Cowboys' prospects there. Tune in to 1310, 104.1, or theticket.com/listen.htm

by Or Moyal on Dec 26, 2007 12:29 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

Hope the signing

Is either Canty, Barber, or Hamlin. My gut tells me Crayton won't want to sign until he sees what his market value is.

by APerfectStar on Dec 26, 2007 1:19 PM CST reply actions 0 recs

well...as been already reported..

The Cowboys were already in discussions with the agent for Patrick Crayton, one could only think it's him...although signing Hamlin right now would make good sense as well. Barber and Canty are two restricted free agents I'd like to sign right now as well, we need to get them off the market...Ware and Newman can wait, we aren't in jeopardy of losing either this upcoming year.

True Cowboys diehard since 1975.

by BoyzRback07 on Dec 26, 2007 3:27 PM CST reply actions 0 recs

I'd also be happy to get Adams re-signed

as well. He's one of the best LT in the game and I don't think Free or McQuistan will be ready to play at his level by next year.

In Romo we Trust

by Terry on Dec 26, 2007 3:31 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

Probablly Hamlin

MB3 is under contract for another season.

by Cowboys81 on Dec 26, 2007 4:48 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

I think...

...MB3 is a restricted free agent. Meaning a team that signs him would have to provide compensation.

by boysandbosox on Dec 26, 2007 4:58 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

sure is

that's why Jerry may not be in a rush to extend his contract.

Hamlin is a UFA so this would make sense before he hits the open market.

by Cowboys81 on Dec 26, 2007 5:37 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

Where's the big signing?????

still waiting..lol

by Cowboys81 on Dec 26, 2007 5:38 PM CST reply actions 0 recs

More on that signing

I was listening to the Ranch Report on DallasCowboys.com before. Norm told Mickey Jerry was going to extend one of the players contracts. He said the player number was between 5 and 86, but wouldn't give up any names. So that leaves Canty out. I'm assuming since it didn't happen today it will tomorrow. My guess is Hamlin.

by Cowboys81 on Dec 26, 2007 8:16 PM CST reply actions 0 recs