Dallas Cowboys news and notes

by Brandon Worley on Sep 2, 2008 1:26 PM CDT Comment 26 comments

Have you guys glanced over at the countdown timer on the left hand side of the homepage? Right now it reads a little over FIVE days until the season opener against the Browns. Remember back in April when all we wanted was for training camp to start, and then when that came we were impatient for the season? Well, here it is and I am so stoked I can't even concentrate on work. I find myself even more than usual sneaking a glance at the blog or the news sites for any Cowboys news, or looking them on my phone during meetings. This season cannot start fast enough.

Anyways, on to the news.

The Dallas Cowboys defense has a lot of talent and needs to play better than they did last year.

Come on, hold up one of those silly grandstand signs. You know, the ones with "De-(picture of a white, picket fence)." And there is no reason why not. This Cowboys defense should come into it's own in 2008, and just because the Cowboys might not hit last year's scoring average of 28 points a game shouldn't mean they have to lose.

"We have the potential to be one of the best units in the NFL," Cowboys defensive end Chris Canty said, "but potential means you haven't done it yet."

Well, it's time.

After a disappointing end to a great season last year, expectations are high for 2008. To clarify, I can't remember this much pressure on the Cowboys since 1994, when the whole world said the Cowboys should three-peat.

Emmitt Smith and Tony Dorsett think Marion Barber should tone down his intensity for the sake of longevity.

Barber hasn't been injury prone yet, and there's nothing to say he can't hold up with more carries. It's not like we're asking the guy to carry it 30+ times a game. Besides, we have Tashard Choice and Felix Jones to help out some. I say do what you do best Marion.

It's looking more probable that Isaiah Stanback will be our third receiver for week one.

The Cowboys have the fourt-best chance at winning the Super Bowl, according to Fox Sports.

JJT says phooey to injuries, the offense will be just fine.

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doesn't look like

MB3 has any intention on slowing down his style based on the Pre-Season..

Chris Simms finished 3rd on the one day try out for the Ravens-WOW!! Link

"If you see me up in the mountains with a lion, I ain't lyin
don't help me, help the mountain lion"

by Wmillion on Sep 2, 2008 1:54 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

wow, Simms couldn't even beat out Todd Bouman

thats pretty pathetic actually. And so many of you wanted Simms why??

In Romo we Trust

by Terry on Sep 2, 2008 2:10 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

I want Gray

"If you see me up in the mountains with a lion, I ain't lyin
don't help me, help the mountain lion"

by Wmillion on Sep 2, 2008 2:54 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

+1

Still don’t understand why Dallas doesn’t bring him in for a look, at least.

T-New, shutting down WR's for Dallas since 2003

by APerfectStar on Sep 2, 2008 4:18 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

I live in Indy

and Gray is terrible. If at all possible, looked even worse than J Lorenzen during the pre-season

'You can recognize true genius by this: all the dunces are in confederacy against you' - Sir Francis Bacon

by tdships on Sep 2, 2008 4:30 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

I liked what I saw

Of Gray in the REGULAR season, so my vote is still for Gray..

"If you see me up in the mountains with a lion, I ain't lyin
don't help me, help the mountain lion"

by Wmillion on Sep 2, 2008 5:19 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

it was a money issue with Simms, not ability

by Deke on Sep 2, 2008 4:21 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

+1 Deke....it was strickly a money thing with Simms...

which is why we’ll probably avoid getting him as well….not paying 1mm+ for a 3rd stringer….

A true diehard Cowboys fan since 1975.

"If you don’t take him off the field as a coach, he will just about die out there," Jerry Jones said. "That impacted my decision. It’s a Michael Irvin-type work ethic. That’s what we are talking about with Felix Jones."
- Owner/G.M of the Dallas Cowboys , Jerry Jones

by BoyzRback on Sep 2, 2008 6:45 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

where did you read that?

"If you see me up in the mountains with a lion, I ain't lyin
don't help me, help the mountain lion"

by Wmillion on Sep 2, 2008 7:14 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

why not pay 1 million dollars

for a guy who could be your starter.

"If you see me up in the mountains with a lion, I ain't lyin
don't help me, help the mountain lion"

by Wmillion on Sep 2, 2008 7:15 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

he was looking for more than that....hasn't played in two years, has been basically ineffective his whole career....

at this point Simms isn’t worth more than the league minimum………….he’s not starter material….never was…..nor should he think he’s more valuable than any of the other scrub free agents available…I am sure Boiman was signed for a minimal contract…..

A true diehard Cowboys fan since 1975.

by BoyzRback on Sep 2, 2008 10:13 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

tank number change

NG Tank Johnson changed jersey numbers from 66 to 95. When asked why he said, “9 to 5 is how I work.” DE Marcus Dixon went from 95 to 92. Holland is 64

link

"If you see me up in the mountains with a lion, I ain't lyin
don't help me, help the mountain lion"

by Wmillion on Sep 2, 2008 1:56 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Yeah, I saw that

I really LOVE Tank’s attitude.

"Jerry Jones offers more second chances than a tent revival." -- Kevin Sherrington, The Dallas Morning News

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by silverblue5 on Sep 2, 2008 2:57 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

I wouldn't be surprised

to see Tellus and Witten in the game at the same time in certain situations.

I could see Red Ball sending El Gato in motion before going out for a pass — forcing a mismatch between either a nickel back, safety or LB trying to cover our first round RB this year.

Oh the possibilities are endless. I’m lickin’ my chops. I absolutely cannot wait!!!

Is it Sunday yet?

"Jerry Jones offers more second chances than a tent revival." -- Kevin Sherrington, The Dallas Morning News

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by silverblue5 on Sep 2, 2008 2:59 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

I think that's their intent -

to work the two TE set more. Fasano killed that concept by not being able to get separation in the passing game and not being able to master blocking in the H-back role, so that never got off the ground last year. Forgive the pun.

And I agree on El Gato. They want him to be a threat to run or pass, and Romo will audible between running or passing based on whether they play Felix with a nickel or standard package. Either way you get a Westbrook-style mismatch. Or a mouthful of Barber.

Never wrestle with a pig. You both get dirty and the pig loves it.

by dunkman on Sep 2, 2008 5:35 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Barber's Rookie Year

I remember when Julius went down and Barber subbed for him. I was really down about not having Julius out there. Barber played ok, but I didn’t think he could be more than a backup. My how things have changed. MBIII is a beast. Sure his career may only end up being 6 seasons, but damn, the spark that burns twice as bright burns half as long.

by HutHut on Sep 2, 2008 3:22 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

I understand where

you are coming from Brandon.
With the holiday weekend,its Tuesday already…..And I’m Leaving for Ohio on Friday afternoon….So its really sneaking up on me this year…But Yeah….I can’t wait for us to light up the Brownies on Sunday Afternoon……

Go Cowboys!!!!!!!
WooooHoooo!

You'll never get in a traffic jam,while going the extra mile. -Roger staubach

by TrueBlue24 on Sep 2, 2008 3:52 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Who Cares about...

a back up QB …are you really comfortable with an injured young guy at the 3rd option for WR.. Whats up with Joe Horn? Why cant we sign that guy? He has to be a better option.

All warfare is based on deception.

by aaronp on Sep 2, 2008 4:38 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs