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Cowboys vs. Eagles: Dallas Defense Needs To Hit Their Average For A Victory

Welcome to the playoffs, Cowboys fans. All followers of the ‘Boys should take a moment to reflect on that achievement. It's the first step in our ultimate quest, a Lombardi Trophy.

But the regular-season work isn't over yet. Dallas still has an opportunity to grab the NFC East crown and earn a home-field playoff game. Heck, the Cowboys actually still have a chance to get a first-week bye. What is for sure is the winner of this week's game against the Philadelphia Eagles will be the NFC East champs.

Raf and I were conversing by instant message and he passed along this little nugget to me about the consistency of the Cowboys defense against the NFC East this year, whether good or bad.

In Game 1 against New York, we gave up 33 points, in Game 2, we gave up 31 points. Two losses. In Game 1 against Washington we gave up 6 points, in Game 2 we gave up 0. Two wins. In Game 1 against Philly we gave up 16 points. In game two? We shall see, but the Cowboys defense averages giving up only 16.7 points per game. 16 points would be remarkably consistent with our overall average and exactly on with the first game of the year against the Eagles. If Dallas can hold Philly to 14-20 points, I like our chances.

Star-divide

Philly's defense, statistically, is kind of the reverse of ours. We give up yards (ranked 12th) but do a great job at limiting scoring (ranked 3rd). Philly does a decent job yardage-wise (ranked 7th), but gives up more points than they should (ranked 16th).

In the Eagles 11 wins this year, they have scored 24 points or more in all of them. In their four losses, they never broke 23 points.

In the first game this season, the Cowboys corners (with help from the safeties) held DeSean Jackson to two catches for 29 yards. This is the key matchup, Mike Jenkins and Terence Newman vs. Jackson. The Eagles do have other weapons, but you take your chances with them, you absolutely have to contain Jackson.

Conclusion based only on stats and the previous game: If the Cowboys defense can turn in another solid performance and hold the Eagles close to the 20-point barrier, the Cowboys offense should be able to do enough to cover that gap and give the ‘Boys an NFC East crown.

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Djax

Keeping DJax under wraps is key…. Preventing Mcnabb from escaping the pocket is key as well… He always kills us when he breaks the initial pocket and our conrners are forced to cover longer…. Play from Igor and Spears will be key

by michael83emery on Dec 30, 2009 10:56 AM CST via mobile reply actions  

Philly's "other" Jackson ..

is out with a torn ACL. Jamaal Jackson, their staring center is out. He has been stout in the middle. Rat and the two guys you mentioned might be able to disturb McNabb’s pocket. .. Suprised this isn’t getting a lot of pub here.

by spadesking131313 on Dec 30, 2009 12:07 PM CST up reply actions  

Jackson's backup is a fire hydrant at 6'0", 340+

But I have no doubt that Rat will be able to blow by him if matched up one-on-one.

LG Hermanns has actually been the Eagles best lineman this season, similar to the way that Kosier has been ours.

Larry Allen benched 700 pounds. That is Leonard Davis times two.

by Tim Wilson on Dec 30, 2009 12:56 PM CST up reply actions  

They've had good depth all season

Jackson has been the only lineman to start every game for them this season, but they do have good backups.

by Joon on Jan 1, 2010 12:40 PM CST up reply actions  

I just hope we don't have to play them twice.

That will be a tough task. Just win!

Summarizing the Dallas Cowboys in two words; inconsistently amazing.

by sublimezg on Dec 30, 2009 10:56 AM CST reply actions  

If I was a betting man, I'd put my money on the Giants and Packers this weekend

I feel extremely confident that if we win we get a week off. I don’t particularly care about the outcome of this game, I just want the seeding to not have us play back to back.

by robolundgren on Dec 30, 2009 1:53 PM CST up reply actions  

I hope you're right

but I certainly don’t have much confidence in the GMen after the egg they laid against Carolina…it was a real stinker.

In Romo we Trust

by Terry on Dec 30, 2009 1:59 PM CST up reply actions  

I know the Giants had something like a 4-5 game losing streak this year

But I just can’t see them truly going down in flames to end the year, especially the way the Vikings have sort of fallen apart, especially in the secondary.

by robolundgren on Dec 30, 2009 2:10 PM CST up reply actions  

Very true

I happen to agree more with robolundgren though since I have to believe the Giants will play for pride this week after absolutely getting demolished. Much like they played inspired against us after getting torched by the Broncos, I just don’t see them laying down. Plus, like Collinsworth said on the Sunday night telecast, you usually see a teams best effort after their worst performance of the year. Another great example of that would be the Bears on Monday night against the Vikings a week after they absolutely looked terrible against the Ravens.

If I had a nickel for every Super Bowl the Eagles have won, I would have zero nickels.

by Cowboyfan729 on Dec 30, 2009 4:10 PM CST up reply actions  

Bring on any team in the NFC.

IMO this team can beat any of them. Dallas is peaking at the right time this year mainly because they’re healthy.

How bout dem Frogs!!!!

by DIRE WOLF on Dec 30, 2009 11:00 AM CST reply actions  

Tiki Barber

Doesn’t know what he talks about half the times and he’s a Cowboy hater. So aren’t the rest of that yahoo crew. I can’t wait for the Cowboys to stuff some Doomsday D in their mouths!

by doomsday D on Dec 30, 2009 11:01 AM CST reply actions  

They were both disgusting options and

you posted at lunch time. I know purging is slimming, but I coulda done without the visuals!

FREE THE OGLETREE!!!

by dunkman on Dec 30, 2009 1:44 PM CST up reply actions  

That's retarded!

have you SEEN my doctor. Carpe diem, my man…

FREE THE OGLETREE!!!

by dunkman on Dec 30, 2009 2:04 PM CST up reply actions  

Or in the words of my friends dad

“The only reason I’d call my doctor if I had a boner for 4 hours is to tell him about a goddamn miracle”

by robolundgren on Dec 30, 2009 2:24 PM CST up reply actions  

okay, humor me a quick joke...

An old man stops a priest and says, “father, I have to tell you… this morning I picked up two young girls hitch-hiking. We ended up in a hotel room, having crazy sex…” The priest says, “well, if you like, I can take confession for you.” The old man replies “no thanks, anyway I’m Jewish.” The surprised priest asks, “so why did you tell me?” To which the old man laughs and says “Hey, I’m 85 years old… it’s been quite a while since something like this happened to me… I’m telling EVERYBODY!!!”

Doomsday returns... Wade Phillips style.

by DalaiLuke on Dec 31, 2009 4:04 AM CST up reply actions  

that is just freaking hilarious

ha hahhahh

I have noticed a new resurgence in Cowboy hating in 2007, which can only mean one thing- We're back.

by nspirals on Dec 30, 2009 2:09 PM CST up reply actions  

I still have a soft place in my heart for the Giants winning it all after Barber retired.

Don’t get me wrong, I wish more than anything it was us instead, but I hate those Barber’s with a burning passion.

by robolundgren on Dec 30, 2009 1:54 PM CST up reply actions  

By the way

I had a really strange feeling after the Skins game. It was like this huge rush of insight that said the Cowboys will be this years SB champions. I had the same feeling about my fantasy team and that came true too. Let’s all hope I’m psychic!

Summarizing the Dallas Cowboys in two words; inconsistently amazing.

by sublimezg on Dec 30, 2009 11:02 AM CST reply actions  

It might have been the beer and hotwings

But I hope you’re right!

FREE THE OGLETREE!!!

by dunkman on Dec 30, 2009 12:00 PM CST up reply actions  

The beer and hotwings I had...

Led to a completely different kind of “rush”…. Let’s just say I hate the morning after.

by tkosmith on Dec 30, 2009 12:41 PM CST up reply actions  

I haven't made hot wings in months. Sunday is the day! Buffalo style of course. Maybe TexMex style. But wait,

maybe Santa Maria style. Heck, too many choices.

Family, Friends, Cowboys, Beer & BBQ. Life is good!

by CowboyMan on Dec 30, 2009 1:05 PM CST up reply actions  

Wait wait wait

How does Dallas play when you make hotwings?? This is crucial.

FREE THE OGLETREE!!!

by dunkman on Dec 30, 2009 1:45 PM CST up reply actions  

Dunk, you of all people know you MUST be more specific about these things...

How do they play when you make Santa Maria style? TexMex?

… we need O.Cool to do a thorough investigation and report back…

Doomsday returns... Wade Phillips style.

by DalaiLuke on Dec 30, 2009 1:57 PM CST up reply actions  

THIS is the kind of

analysis that makes BTB great.

FREE THE OGLETREE!!!

by dunkman on Dec 30, 2009 2:00 PM CST up reply actions  

Well, BTB's great until O.Cool takes an un-approved vacation ...

talk about bad timing … if we want him fired, who do we talk to?

Doomsday returns... Wade Phillips style.

by DalaiLuke on Dec 30, 2009 2:03 PM CST up reply actions  

Yep. Always figured him for being on

Grizz’s practice squad, waiting for Aaron to pull a muscle in his blogging arm. Now, I just have to question his dedication.

FREE THE OGLETREE!!!

by dunkman on Dec 30, 2009 2:14 PM CST up reply actions  

Aaron has muscles?

Doomsday returns... Wade Phillips style.

by DalaiLuke on Dec 30, 2009 2:17 PM CST up reply actions  

Only in my left calf.

I saw a dog today. Have you seen a dog? You probably have. How was school? Was it fun? Did you get a lot of homework? Huh? Do you have any friends? Do you have a best friend? Does he have a big coat, too?

by Aaron Novinger on Dec 30, 2009 3:33 PM CST up reply actions  

I am well aware of my responsibilities

and between rum-laced drinks, scantily clad natives and merengue-induced dancing fits, I shall find the time to fire up the trusty old laptop and connect with the BTB civilisation.

SALUD! Mis amigos.

by One.Cool.Customer on Dec 30, 2009 2:18 PM CST up reply actions  

In fact, I may have to hold my very own cheerleader try-outs down there. Burp.

by One.Cool.Customer on Dec 30, 2009 2:19 PM CST up reply actions  

NO jellyfish or snipe-hunting!

I saw a dog today. Have you seen a dog? You probably have. How was school? Was it fun? Did you get a lot of homework? Huh? Do you have any friends? Do you have a best friend? Does he have a big coat, too?

by Aaron Novinger on Dec 30, 2009 3:35 PM CST up reply actions  

Dunk made me say those bad things

really, promise :)

Doomsday returns... Wade Phillips style.

by DalaiLuke on Dec 30, 2009 2:19 PM CST up reply actions  

Not with my new ergo keyboard!

I saw a dog today. Have you seen a dog? You probably have. How was school? Was it fun? Did you get a lot of homework? Huh? Do you have any friends? Do you have a best friend? Does he have a big coat, too?

by Aaron Novinger on Dec 30, 2009 3:34 PM CST up reply actions  

I was born with an extra limb that juts out the front of my left shoulder.

Tying three chopsticks together enables me to hit the space bar all the way up to the F5 key.

I saw a dog today. Have you seen a dog? You probably have. How was school? Was it fun? Did you get a lot of homework? Huh? Do you have any friends? Do you have a best friend? Does he have a big coat, too?

by Aaron Novinger on Dec 30, 2009 6:48 PM CST up reply actions  

unpossible!

I wasn’t drinking! Only one Sailor Jerry and coke and 0 beers!

Let the chips fall where they may

by sublimezg on Dec 30, 2009 1:17 PM CST up reply actions  

Sailor Jerry’s is awesome

by WAREwolf94 on Dec 30, 2009 1:27 PM CST up reply actions  

Agreed, best reasonably priced rum out there

Not much of a liquor guy myself, love me some Shiner.

by robolundgren on Dec 30, 2009 1:58 PM CST up reply actions  

Yeah, the bock rocks.

I saw a dog today. Have you seen a dog? You probably have. How was school? Was it fun? Did you get a lot of homework? Huh? Do you have any friends? Do you have a best friend? Does he have a big coat, too?

by Aaron Novinger on Dec 30, 2009 3:36 PM CST up reply actions  

Living in New York

I miss Shiner more than anything else.

"Only the strong survive, but the strong still get their ass whipped." -Nick Saban

by TexaninNYC on Dec 30, 2009 4:30 PM CST up reply actions  

Yeah

I have trouble finding it in Mass too

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by accidental innuendo on Dec 30, 2009 4:41 PM CST up reply actions  

I have the same feeling

and it grow stronger with a win Sunday.

In Romo we Trust

by Terry on Dec 30, 2009 1:36 PM CST up reply actions  

Turnovers and special teams will be the key, in my opinion.

First Giants game, they scored 7 against our offense and 10 more on drives that started in Dallas territory. Second Giants game, they scored 7 on a kick return and 7 more on a drive that started in our territory. The Broncos scored 7 on a drive that started at our 12. The Packers scored 7 on a drive from inside our 5 and 3 more on one that started at the 50.

The Chargers game was our only loss where turnovers and/or special teams didn’t hurt us. And in that game, there was that whole 1st and Goal from the 4 debacle. I think that if we can limit turnovers and special teams break downs, we can beat anyone.

by Baked Potato Soup on Dec 30, 2009 11:11 AM CST reply actions  

Yes, it was like the 1st game in Philly

dallas gets two turnovers, one gives dallas the opening lead on a short field, the second one kills a promising drive the iggles were trying to get started.

Ignore the Mainstream Media, EMBRACE THE HATE!!!!

by cowboy78 on Dec 30, 2009 11:15 AM CST up reply actions  

Romo is looking like a true winner. His game is bigtime and he rarely makes a mistake. His improvement

this year is really remarkable. He was good before, but he’s climbed to a whole new limb now. More TDs, less INTs, and much more control of the offense. Can I use the word leadership? It looks like to rest of the team, including the D, has complete faith in him. They believe Tony can get it done in all situations. This is a Cowboy team with swagger, ability, and confidence. Cowboys 31, Eagles 12. On to the SB, one game at a time of course.

Family, Friends, Cowboys, Beer & BBQ. Life is good!

by CowboyMan on Dec 30, 2009 11:18 AM CST reply actions  

I like the sound of that...the NFC East Crown. Yeah baby!!!

The tribulations of Winter...
90% of Americans say 'OH SHIT!' before going into the ditch on a slippery road.
The other 10% are from TEXAS and they say, 'HOLD MY BEER AND WATCH THIS!!!'

by White Wolf on Dec 30, 2009 11:20 AM CST reply actions  

The Cowboys aren't stopping now.....

THEY ARE ONLY GETTING BETTER AND BETTER! ROMO IS BEING THE LEADER HE NEEDS TO BE ON OFFENSE, BROOKING IS BRINGING HIS EXPERIENCE AND LEADERSHIP TO THE DEFENSE. THEY ARE PALYING TOGETHER AS A TEAM. AND MOST IMPORTANTLY I THINK ROMO AND OTHERS ARE FINALLY GETTING OVER THIS BIG HURDLE OF FEAR AND THEIR BELIEVING IN THEMSELVES, PLAYING WITH CONFIDENCE, AND LETTING THEIR TALENT LOOSE. GO COWBOYS!!!!!!!! LET’S LET IT ALL LOOSE ON THIS IGLES TEAM, AND SHUT EVERYONE UP WITH ALL THIS COWBOY DOUBT. THE BOYS ARE THE REAL DEAL BABY!!

by doomsday D on Dec 30, 2009 11:34 AM CST reply actions  

Maybe that's actually Keith Brookings ??

Pessimists say the cup is half-empty, while optimists say it's half-full. Well, isn't it both? Realist Larry, 2009

by Realist Larry on Dec 30, 2009 1:02 PM CST up reply actions  

He doesn't type.

He yells at his keyboard and the letters quiver out the words he wants.

by Baked Potato Soup on Dec 30, 2009 7:52 PM CST up reply actions  

And thus

a legend was born. He’s like our own Chuck Norris.

FREE THE OGLETREE!!!

by dunkman on Dec 30, 2009 8:00 PM CST up reply actions  

Brooking is a young Chuck Norris

and has a career in Internet Legend after his football career is over.

by mdlusk on Jan 1, 2010 2:47 AM CST up reply actions  

The defense has been very solid

Let’s hope they can contain Jackson again as I think that will be the key to the game. Hope fully Rat will dominate the new guy with some strong inside pressure and we can drop 7 in passing situations.

by Satch30 on Dec 30, 2009 11:40 AM CST via mobile reply actions  

Very good point

Jackson was on pace for the Pro Bowl this year. I have been reading he was the one constant on their line. With him gone and Rat picking it back up of late. I think that McNabb will be in big trouble. The key is for Spencer and Ware to maintain containment on the outside and allow the pocket to collapse from the middle. We must maintain good gap awareness. Without that, we have seen all too often that Donovan can escape and rumble for some big yardage.

Cover up the receivers & be prepared for the Eagles to extend the play. For the love of all things good and holy, dont leave the middle fo the field open or we could see some heart breaking 3rd down conversions.

by Impatient on Dec 30, 2009 11:54 AM CST up reply actions  

Match-up wise I think Barbie on Celek will be the most important

I would love for Wade to put Jenkins on Jackson 1 on 1 for 60m but I understand that a domino effect throughout all of the coverage schemes. Shutdown Celek and control Jackson, we win.

by Keys80 on Dec 30, 2009 11:40 AM CST reply actions  

Celek is their second most potent weapon, after Jackson

I’m thinking we’ll use a combo of Barbie and Sensabaugh on him, and Scandrick might even get him from time to time, as he did Tony Gonzalez.

Larry Allen benched 700 pounds. That is Leonard Davis times two.

by Tim Wilson on Dec 30, 2009 12:58 PM CST up reply actions  

Djax has too much speed for single coverage.

Put Jenkins man up on Maclin, put Tnew on Djax with help over the top. We give up yards between the thirties but the field becomes a little too short for Desean to get behind us and we tighten up there. Eagles live and die by the big play, shut that down and force long drives and the odds improve.
Sensi and Barber in Celek. Be very physical with all Wrs. Ratlif needs to beat this guy with speed. A big game from him an Spencer.

KICK ASS every day!!!

by squidlo97 on Dec 30, 2009 3:23 PM CST via mobile up reply actions  

Will you don't have SINGLE coverage.....

I mean you have a safety over the top but I don’t consider that true double coverage.

The main thing is that you Dallas needs pressure, a corner can cover anyone if there’s guys getting in people’s faces.

by The Immortal Iron Fist AKA AFB on Dec 30, 2009 4:44 PM CST up reply actions  

I think Mac can make too many plays on Tnew with single coverage.

I think Jenkins can pretty much shut him down with no help. Tnew and a safety can give Djax fits. If you put Tnew on Mac and Jenkins on Djax both guts need help over the top. That’s not going to give you the extra guy rushing. We did this last time too and handled both guys. The middle could be soft if Barbi, Sensi, or Scandrick struggle with Celek or Avant.

KICK ASS every day!!!

by squidlo97 on Dec 30, 2009 5:05 PM CST via mobile up reply actions  

Analysts are loving the Eagles for the same reason they shouldn't have been loving us a few years back

Their offense is out of this world, but remember that 07 Cowboys offense?

What’s different about us this year? Our DEFENSE is peaking at the right time. Let them give Philly all the love…

by mhuff13 on Dec 30, 2009 11:40 AM CST reply actions  

Don't forget....

they loved them the first time we played them. In fact, I don’t think the media has liked us over them since ’95.

by Road Warrior on Dec 30, 2009 1:50 PM CST up reply actions  

They have Westbrook back now, right?

How much of an impact will that make?

Pessimists say the cup is half-empty, while optimists say it's half-full. Well, isn't it both? Realist Larry, 2009

by Realist Larry on Dec 30, 2009 11:53 AM CST reply actions  

McCoy has been the better of the two backs this year

that was a timely pick up for them.

FREE THE OGLETREE!!!

by dunkman on Dec 30, 2009 12:02 PM CST up reply actions  

McCoy's the best option they have left

That guy loves to dance around in the backfield. Obviously, there’s room for improvement, but this year, I’m actually more concerned about him in the passing game.

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by accidental innuendo on Dec 30, 2009 4:34 PM CST up reply actions  

From the Eagles...

I still dread watching Santanna Moss against them as far as just one player killing them.

by The Immortal Iron Fist AKA AFB on Dec 30, 2009 1:18 PM CST up reply actions  

I was just about to look that up after reading this -

Thanks!

I wasn’t sure w/ double-header rules, etc.

Pessimists say the cup is half-empty, while optimists say it's half-full. Well, isn't it both? Realist Larry, 2009

by Realist Larry on Dec 30, 2009 1:03 PM CST up reply actions  

With the Skins JG didn't show his complete game. It was a methodical uninspiring win. They just did enough.

Against the Eagles we’ll see ‘almost’ all he has I’m sure. With Tony’s ball handling abilties, there all very inventive plays JG can call. If I see two or more one yard plunges, on 3rd and 4th and one, for no gain from MBIII in this game I’ll know I’m wrong about this. I’ll know then that ‘ego’ is way too involved in JGs playcalling.

I hope the coaches are talking to MBIII about his juking too much before making his attack decision. His hesitations are costing him valuable time to hit the hole while it’s still open. Last week he juked outside, saw one DB defender, turned back inside to be denied by a gaggle if big guys. It looked to me like he would have made the 1st down if he’d just bulldozed the lone DB on the outside.

What has happend to Bennett? He’s back, but doing little. Is Phillips better at this point? Who does Romo have faith in? Phillips was getting touches when he was in there, now Bennett’s back, and he gets nada.

This game may call for the coming out of a new Cowboy Star. The Eagles will load up to stop Witten and Austin. RW, with his drops and all, can’t be counted on in a big-time game. Throwing to him on 3rd and short/long is suicide. He’s strictly a 1st and 2nd down option. Crayton and Hurd are known comodities, and although good, they are who they are, and neither has the Star quality needed. It’s time to unleash Ogletree.

Family, Friends, Cowboys, Beer & BBQ. Life is good!

by CowboyMan on Dec 30, 2009 12:02 PM CST reply actions  

Unleash The Ogletree!!

Excellent football analysis on that one.

FREE THE OGLETREE!!!

by dunkman on Dec 30, 2009 12:04 PM CST up reply actions  

Free the TREE

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

by TrueBlue24 on Dec 30, 2009 1:50 PM CST up reply actions  

YUP...

I get excited everytime he touches the ball, and he does not fail to impress. Reminds me of Choice, just does what they tell him, and makes the most of it.

I have noticed a new resurgence in Cowboy hating in 2007, which can only mean one thing- We're back.

by nspirals on Dec 30, 2009 2:14 PM CST up reply actions  

He showed MB3 has no place now

He’s not a featured back, and DEFINITELY not a short yardage back anymore. When he got stuffed on the field goal drive in Wash, I lost all faith in him. See what TC can do.

Greetings from the Humungus, the Ruler of the Wasteland, the Ayatollah of Rock and Roll-A. I laugh at your puny plans.

by Lord Humungus on Dec 30, 2009 12:24 PM CST via mobile up reply actions  

Wow, that's a jump I can't agree with. MBIII is a punishing RB that gives his all on every play. We'll need him

to do his thing from here on out. I say MBIII plays his best game of the season on Sunday and makes us proud. GO COWBOYS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Family, Friends, Cowboys, Beer & BBQ. Life is good!

by CowboyMan on Dec 30, 2009 12:54 PM CST up reply actions  

I agree that MBIII gives his all, I just don't think he is a punishing back any longer

He seems to have lost some explosiveness, and he no longer needs to be gang tackled

Lifetime Cowboys Fan from the Swamps of Jersey

by Seanrude on Dec 30, 2009 3:59 PM CST up reply actions  

Barber is not a high stepper. He makes short steps and his feet barely get off the ground.

He goes down easily when running laterally because guys get low and cut his feet out from under him, many times with just an arm tackle. Tripped up is the tackle description most heard on those type plays. Keep him square to the LOS and running down hill and he’s much better.

Family, Friends, Cowboys, Beer & BBQ. Life is good!

by CowboyMan on Jan 1, 2010 4:33 AM CST up reply actions  

Maybe TC should...

but Barber is more than just a short yardage back and has been.

by The Immortal Iron Fist AKA AFB on Dec 30, 2009 1:20 PM CST up reply actions  

Please stop the craziness!

Barber is and has been one of the BEST short yardage backs in the NFL since his second year. Lets not start over-analizing and pointing fingers. The Skins and Chargers guessed right .. and the Cowboys failed to execute on short yardage. Garrett has to work on correcting this or run a fake off off the same set to keep teams honest. But blaming Barber is just silly! … If Colombo comes back healthy, I wouldn’t mind seeing Dallas play with 6 O-linemen on the field.

by spadesking131313 on Dec 30, 2009 12:29 PM CST up reply actions  

Agree with that.

Barber missed the hole on one of the runs at Wash,Anderson missed a block on one and the oline didn’t get a push or open a hole on the other two. People always blame the RB.

How bout dem Frogs!!!!

by DIRE WOLF on Dec 30, 2009 12:39 PM CST up reply actions  

Not blaming MBIII as much as I'm saying he needs some coaching, as all players do. He's a terrific RB, and he

succeeds much of the time. The Cowboys are using all three RBs to maximum advantage, so which one happens to be on the field on the 1st game snap is of little consequensce. This issue can be argued from varying perspectives. Is it the player, the play calling, the blocking, the defense etc. I’m just telling you what I saw when I replayed that play last night in slow mo. MBIII, coulda went outside and chose to go back inside. It looked like he had more of a possiblity to get the 1st down outside too me. But who knows, I could be wrong.

Family, Friends, Cowboys, Beer & BBQ. Life is good!

by CowboyMan on Dec 30, 2009 12:48 PM CST up reply actions  

THe other side of the defensive stats cited in the above post

Our offense is #3 in the NFL in yardage, but #16 in points scored. That is insane, and I assume it’s caused by our short yardage failures, since our turnovers are pretty low.

The Eagles are top 5 in both yardage and points. So there stats are more what you’d expect them to be.

Larry Allen benched 700 pounds. That is Leonard Davis times two.

by Tim Wilson on Dec 30, 2009 1:00 PM CST reply actions  

Help from the Cowboys fans

I missed the Cowboys vs Saints game because I do not get the NFL Network. I sent an e-mail to them telling them that I would like to purchase a DVD of the game, but I never received a response. Can any of you tell me if I can purchase a DVD of that game? Thanks!

by redbeans on Dec 30, 2009 1:12 PM CST reply actions  

I don't know....

have you looked online? I bet someone can sell you it online.

by The Immortal Iron Fist AKA AFB on Dec 30, 2009 1:21 PM CST up reply actions  

Has anyone pointed out...

that the two motivational speakers, Choice and Brooking, both graduated from Georgia Tech?

Possibly we should always have one GT rep on a roster.

by The Immortal Iron Fist AKA AFB on Dec 30, 2009 1:36 PM CST reply actions  

uh...

uh…

no, uh… I meant the Tar Heel BBall Team… of course :)

Doomsday returns... Wade Phillips style.

by DalaiLuke on Dec 30, 2009 1:54 PM CST up reply actions  

Haha...

Think this might be a growing year for your boys.

by The Immortal Iron Fist AKA AFB on Dec 30, 2009 1:54 PM CST up reply actions  

Carolina's boys don't need a growing year...

Maybe a growing week, or perhaps in extreme cases a growing month, but Roy’s boys will find a way to play D and make all kinds of noise come late March … mark m’words :)

Doomsday returns... Wade Phillips style.

by DalaiLuke on Dec 30, 2009 1:58 PM CST up reply actions  

Well...

I think maybe you might be a little too high on them. They are good but I don’t think that they would match up real with Kansas, and they definitly don’t match up well with Texas.

by The Immortal Iron Fist AKA AFB on Dec 30, 2009 2:22 PM CST up reply actions  

Beating Philly is a very simple formula

You prevent their big plays to the skinny runt they call Jackson, you’ll win. We held him to 29 yards in the first game, there is no reason we can’t do it again.

In Romo we Trust

by Terry on Dec 30, 2009 1:39 PM CST reply actions  

Yeah...

I think you have to limit the plays from Maclin too, he’s pretty good.

Honestly this all stems from pressure, you get pressure and you limit big plays, just the way it is.

by The Immortal Iron Fist AKA AFB on Dec 30, 2009 1:40 PM CST up reply actions  

I laughed...

but also think that he’s extremely dangerous. Limit him to 29 yards again and we win.

by The Immortal Iron Fist AKA AFB on Dec 30, 2009 2:26 PM CST up reply actions  

just calling a spade a spade

The dude can’t be more than 170 lbs soaking wet on a rainy day.

In Romo we Trust

by Terry on Dec 30, 2009 2:57 PM CST up reply actions  

hardly

Nothing Tex writes is remotely true and you can’t tell me Jackson doesn’t physically look like a high school kid.

In Romo we Trust

by Terry on Dec 30, 2009 3:59 PM CST up reply actions  

but it still doesnt beat DIRE WOLF's..

“coonasses” comment about the saints fans…I laughed for a week at that one…

I don't need a compass to know which way the wind shines....

by hashishkabob on Dec 30, 2009 5:49 PM CST via mobile up reply actions  

Jackson is who McNabb looks for on a deep strike

But the Cowboys have to be mindful of Maclin. McNabb seems to favor him on the underneath and intermediate routes.

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by accidental innuendo on Dec 30, 2009 4:39 PM CST up reply actions  

How long before jackson

goes back to his college crap. That’s why he went in the 2nd round he’s trouble. His college coaches had nothing good to say good about him to pro scouts as far as being a team player. But he can play WR kinda like TO.

How bout dem Frogs!!!!

by DIRE WOLF on Dec 30, 2009 1:50 PM CST reply actions  

Eh...

I don’t want to assume anything about anyone.

Just because someone is in a certain type of uniform, doesn’t make me feel like they are going to continue acting one way or another.

I hope Dallas contains him, but I’m not going to assume he’ll pick up being a jackass again.

Although, I think it’s going to be super interesting to see what happens when Jackson comes up on wanting a new contract.

by The Immortal Iron Fist AKA AFB on Dec 30, 2009 1:57 PM CST up reply actions  

Yeah, you can put lipstick on a pig,

but rolls in the mud.

How bout dem Frogs!!!!

by DIRE WOLF on Dec 30, 2009 2:00 PM CST up reply actions  

Interesting tidbit from DMN
“I didn’t get a look in the second half, so that’s telling me my quarterback has lost that confidence in me and so has the coordinator in calling the play for me. That’s not on them. I don’t blame them. I’ve brought it on myself. I’ve got to get my stuff together and help this team win some games in the playoffs.’’

sayeth RW himself…

FREE THE OGLETREE!!!

by dunkman on Dec 30, 2009 2:12 PM CST reply actions  

could you imagine T.O. saying that??

Say what you want about RWs play but his attitude is a million times better than T.O.s and then some.

In Romo we Trust

by Terry on Dec 30, 2009 2:17 PM CST up reply actions  

+1

wow, excellent post dunker

Doomsday returns... Wade Phillips style.

by DalaiLuke on Dec 30, 2009 2:18 PM CST up reply actions  

Exactly

Wouldn’t happen. Ever.

FREE THE OGLETREE!!!

by dunkman on Dec 30, 2009 6:39 PM CST up reply actions  

Good quote.

He’s absolutely right to, I don’t know how he corrects it but he’s right.

by The Immortal Iron Fist AKA AFB on Dec 30, 2009 2:24 PM CST up reply actions  

I definitely enjoyed that quote

If I had a nickel for every Super Bowl the Eagles have won, I would have zero nickels.

by Cowboyfan729 on Dec 30, 2009 4:20 PM CST up reply actions  

That's definitely a good start

But it’s his catches that I want to do the talking

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by accidental innuendo on Dec 30, 2009 4:40 PM CST up reply actions  

There's a sign of maturity we hadn't seen from him yet.

Hopefully, he can get his stuff together quickly. If he can become a productive part of the offense to go along with Witten and Austin, look out! Romo’s thrown some perfect balls to him lately so he knows he can’t blame the QB. Wonder if he’s pressing a little?

by illcowboy on Dec 31, 2009 1:47 AM CST up reply actions  

I have to disagree... RW has been nothing but a team player since he's been here.

Well, except for the one mid-season sound-bite :)

Doomsday returns... Wade Phillips style.

by DalaiLuke on Dec 31, 2009 4:05 AM CST up reply actions  

Hope

we get to see another Brooking Hype Up before the game on Sunday. I wanna see McNabb on his ass all day. Never been as pumped for a game in a long time. Make room on the wagon, its about to fill the f up.

by icouldusesomebaseball on Dec 30, 2009 2:14 PM CST reply actions  

Nice...

climb aboard!

I have noticed a new resurgence in Cowboy hating in 2007, which can only mean one thing- We're back.

by nspirals on Dec 30, 2009 2:17 PM CST up reply actions  

But if I could offer some friendly advice

Don’t sit on DalaiLuke’s lap. I can’t go into why, but you’ll thank me later. Oh, and don’t tug on Terry’s Romo jersey. Or spill Tex’s Calvados. That should getcha started.

Welcome!

FREE THE OGLETREE!!!

by dunkman on Dec 30, 2009 6:41 PM CST up reply actions  

I'm not a lawyer, but I think you hurt your case when you said

“Hey cutie, sit on Uncle DalaiLuke’s lap and let’s just see what comes up”

FREE THE OGLETREE!!!

by dunkman on Dec 31, 2009 7:17 AM CST up reply actions  

Texas Tech fired Leach.

That saves them 800 grand in bonus money he was owed if was the HC on Jan 1. You knew that was coming. The Tech fans will raise hell over this and should IMO.

How bout dem Frogs!!!!

by DIRE WOLF on Dec 30, 2009 2:39 PM CST reply actions  

Yep....

Oh well.whether they were right or wrong for firing him, TX Tech has just been set back four years.

If they are smart they go after Houston’s head coach.

by The Immortal Iron Fist AKA AFB on Dec 30, 2009 2:40 PM CST up reply actions  

Some of theTech brass wanted to get rid of him when

they gave the big contract last year, but the big money backers wanted to keep him and money talks. Texas Tech had become a contender and that was something new for that program. Eleven bowl games in eleven seasons ain’t bad for Tech. I bet some HS seniors are looking for a new college to play for next year. He’s a great O coach he will land a cherry HC job IMO.

How bout dem Frogs!!!!

by DIRE WOLF on Dec 30, 2009 2:54 PM CST up reply actions  

I have to agree...

Tech will probably lose alot of their recruiting class.

If I’m a Big Ten team, I absolutely would try to hire him. The could use some creativity to their offenses.

by The Immortal Iron Fist AKA AFB on Dec 30, 2009 2:59 PM CST up reply actions  

You mean the school that brought in Bobby Knight ?!?!

LOL

Pessimists say the cup is half-empty, while optimists say it's half-full. Well, isn't it both? Realist Larry, 2009

by Realist Larry on Dec 30, 2009 4:16 PM CST reply actions  

Aaaaaaaaaand now I'm getting nervous. Man, I hate Philly, their fans, their

coaches, you name it. I want this team to get revenge for that season-ending debacle last year.

by Fernie67 on Dec 30, 2009 6:56 PM CST reply actions  

Put Mike Jenkins on DeSean Jackson

I can’t remember what the Cowboys did against Jackson last meeting, but Jenkins is our best cornerback so he should guard their best receiver.

Dallas wins 24-20.

2009 Dallas Cowboys: 10-6
2009 New York Jets: not 11-5 :(
2009-2010 Dallas Mavericks: 57-25

by Grady90 on Dec 31, 2009 1:51 AM CST reply actions  

no we shoudl keep it as it is

newman was pretty good against jenkins. I’d rather stay with the defense that has gotten us to this point.

As squidlo says, Jackson demands double coverage unless we want to give up a couple big play that could very well win the game for the eagles (I believe it will be relatively low scoring)

by foyesboys on Dec 31, 2009 5:07 PM CST up reply actions  

I posted it earlier, Desean is just too fast. If you put Jenkins on him you would still need hto double him over the top,

then Tnew would yhave Maclin who would get his. Jenkins shut down Maclin straight up las time and Tnew and the FS shut down Desean. I like what we did last time. We need to be alot more physical on the line with Celek and Desean. With safetry help ove the top Tnew can get u0p in Deseans face. Desean is so small Tnew could actually get physical with.LOL!! Tnew and physical, who would thunk it.

KICK ASS every day!!!

by squidlo97 on Dec 31, 2009 7:31 AM CST reply actions  

ditto

Winning takes talent, to repeat takes character. - John Wooden

by BishopWest on Dec 31, 2009 10:41 AM CST up reply actions  

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