Dallas Cowboys Game Ball Of The Week
by Tom Ryle on Nov 13, 2011 11:30 PM CST
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Eenie, meenie, mynie . . .
I mean, how do you pick? In a game that was one of the most complete performances by the Dallas Cowboys in a long time, and certainly the best since Jason Garrett took the helm, there are superlatives to go around. I mean, when you are talking about good plays by Martellus Bennett, Jesse Holley, Kevin Ogletree and Alan Ball, you know it was good day for the guys with the Star on their helmets.
Yes, this was a day that the Game Ball really goes to the whole team. Outstanding play and coaching - it was just what we have been waiting to see from this team. So think of this post as naming a representative to come forward and take the award on behalf of everyone.
But the fun part of this article is that I get to talk about all the people who had a standout game against the Bills. And there is so much to mention.
I do have one question: Are the rest of you grinning as much as I am right now?
Specifics after the jump.
Let's start with a group: The O Line. They are still the Yuglies in my heart, but regardless of what you call them, they had a very good game. First, Tony Romo never got sacked. Admittedly, he helped with a couple of nifty rollouts to evade pressure, but he also only got one hit once. Not having any passes intercepted is also a sign that they were giving Tony a lot of time and some good lanes to throw through. And then you have 163 yards rushing. That doesn't happen without the wide-bodies up front opening up some holes. They were very, very good.
The secondary gets a shout out for holding the Bills to 136 yards passing. The coverage was tight just about all the away around, and they did a great job of taking the deep pass away.
Before I mention individuals, I think some mention should be made of the overall way the backups performed today. The announcers made note of it, and so have some of the comments in the threads. This year the loss of starters has often led to the next guy up going out and carrying the load when the team needs him to. That is not something that has always been true in recent memory. All those guys off the bench deserve the credit.
Of course, Terence Newman has to get mentioned. His two picks (including the return for a touchdown) were great. He had some other good plays as well. And while I am mentioning defensive backs, Frank Walker put the icing on the cake by making sure that Buffalo didn't get out of single digits.
DeMarcus Ware got another sack today, and he was close on a couple of other plays, so I don't want to neglect him. And Sean Lee, Q Tip and all, was back and playing his normal excellent game.
But while the defense was very solid, the really exciting part of the game was the Dallas offense.
Start with DeMarco Murray. 135 yards on 20 carries, for a 6.8 ypc average. Add 36 yards receiving, and he was a huge part of the success today. My favorite run of his only got one yard, but it was the one yard needed for a touchdown. After all the red zone horrors of this season, it was so good to see the ball get punched in like that. This guy is officially the real deal. And Phillip Tanner even had a couple of nice runs in relief. That means I need to mention Tony Fiammetta, as well, because he seems to be a huge part of the running game.
Before I go on to other players, I just want to note how smart Jason Garrett looked today. At one point early in the second half, CBS put the play selection up for both teams, and Dallas had an exact 50/50 split. Then late, it was Murray/Tanner time, using handoff after handoff to burn the clock while still getting a first down or two. Amazing how well JG can call the game when he has an effective rushing attack to use, isn't it.
Jason Witten was his normal, future Ring of Honor self. Laurent Robinson continues to look like the free agent pickup of the year, catching all three of the balls thrown his way, two of them for scores. And Dez Bryant caught all six of his targets, including the first touchdown of the game where he really took the ball away from the defender. He didn't play much of a role in the second half, but there was no reason for him to, since the team was in control the clock mode.
But folks, let's be real here. Can anyone but Tony Romo get the nod for the most impressive player of the game? All he did was set an all-time franchise record for completion percentage at 88.5%. He started with 13 completions in a row. And he looked as coolly in control as I have ever seen a quarterback. Yes, he had a lot of help out there, but he was very close to perfect. He carved up the Bills early, until he could just settle back and hand the ball off to end the game. And for that, on behalf of the whole team, Tony Romo gets the Game Ball of the Week.
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Murray is the man.
He is making a huge difference to this team in so many ways.
"Right after the game, say as little as possible." - Coach Landry
by RisingSunCowboy on Nov 13, 2011 11:40 PM CST reply actions
+1
So glad to see him playing this well.
As much as I love and appreciate what Tanner brings to the team, I can’t help but imagine what our Offense will look like when Felix is back and able to spell DeMarco.
I hope Tanner continues to see a few carries a game
his hard nosed running has its place.
We're here to win football games. The way to do that is to tell him and to get on him at the right times. I do that when you guys (media) don't see and watch.''
What else makes a strong leader?
"You win,'' Romo said. "You're a very good leader once you win.
"That's' what we're going to do.''
by TARHEEL PAUL on Nov 14, 2011 8:22 AM CST up reply actions
That's what I love about all three of our backs now.
They all seem to have their place. Hopefully all will be accepting of their place – and I’m looking at you, Felix. o.O
This offense can be so much fun to watch when they click like they did against the Bills. I just don’t see a defense left on our schedule that is capable of containing an offense like that. Let’s hope they keep it going!
"No one ever accomplishes anything alone in football. We all like to think that we can, but that's just not true. It's always been a team game, always will be." - Tom Dempsey
"Leadership is getting someone to do what they don’t want to do, to achieve what they want to achieve." - Tom Landry
Agreed
He definitely deserves it, I just hope the splits are around Murray 60-65%, Felix 30-35% and Tanner with 5-10%.
Everyone needs/deserves their opportunities, I just think think that Murray should continue to get the bulk of the carries/touches. The other two are most effective when they are complimentary weapons.
Tony finally looked healthy...
But, can’t minimize the impact D Murray on the passing attack either…
Great game..and a good day to be a Cowboys fan all around.
Fear the Star
i have to give my game ball to lee
this defense is completely different with him in there…his stats might not show it this week but the d felt and looked dominate sp?
I don't need a compass to know which way the wind shines....
Nope.
Lee is incredibly valuable, but this game was not a defensive tour-de-force (gave up a touchdown, and gave up more than 100 yards rushing). Defensively we were solid—offensively we were gold. NOBODY completes 13 passes in a row—and by throwing balls that even Bennett can’t drop! Team effort, but Romo gameball.
+1
18/19 on pass attempts at Halftime, I called every Cowboy fan I knew (especially the one’s that have been calling for Romo’s head)
Great win and a great step in the right direction for the team . . . . Time to focus on next week.
I guess my phone was busy ..............
(especially the one’s that have been calling for Romo’s head)
by StillHateTheGiants on Nov 14, 2011 10:04 AM CST up reply actions
And oh btw, when Good Tony comes to play I enjoy it just as much as everyone else.
by StillHateTheGiants on Nov 14, 2011 10:05 AM CST up reply actions
I think Romo is like a lot of great QB's
he has some bad games (Tom Brady a few weeks ago with 4 int’s), but his really good to great games FAR, FAR, FAR, FAR, (did I say FAR), out weigh his bad games. Just look at the stats.
All the guys that have been down on Romo were all saying, “Yea, but now that we have this new QB rating system that rates even more stuff that truely rates QB’ the right way, you will see Romo where he truely belongs, out of the top ten!”
Wrong the new QBR has Romo at 99.3. This system is where 50 is average and 80 is way above Probowl level….(If my memory serves me), and 60 is pro bowl level.
Romo is and always has been a great QB. TEAMS win and LOSE, not QB’s, so dont throw that one out there. What do you think Brady’s win/loss would be if he had been on the Bengals this past 10 years? Any Superbowls for him if he was on that team?
Dont think so.
If the play works, never run it again. If it fails, keep running it.
First and goal at the one. Run it three times in a row, and then kick a field goal. Sound familiar?
In all fairness after re-reading my comment
That 99.3 was just for week 10, but here is the current Season Rankings:
1 Aaron Rodgers 88.0
2 Drew Brees 77.6
3 Tom Brady 75.5
4 Tony Romo 74.8
5 Matt Hasselbeck 72.6
6 Ben Roethlisberger 68.7
7 Eli Manning 67.8
8 Matt Schaub 66.7
9 Matt Ryan 62.5
10 Ryan Fitzpatrick 59.8
http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/7219883/nfl-week-10-total-qbr-leaders
If the play works, never run it again. If it fails, keep running it.
First and goal at the one. Run it three times in a row, and then kick a field goal. Sound familiar?
So apparently only 1 QB is Pro bowl Worthy
Silly question, how much do you want to bet Tony has to wait for someone to opt out of the Pro Bowl for him to be named a Pro Bowl QB?
Hey now, Romo got to learn under Quincy Carter, Testaverde and Bledsoe. Which is like a human child being raised by a wolf. -DavidH22
If Romulus can do it, so can Romo. ....WAIT A MINUTE - NYHORN
I'm not saying Tony Romo is the reincarnation of the mythical Romulus. I'm just saying
gave up ONE TD......
/crickets chirp
/they averaged quite a bit more in other games
It's ok tanstaafl, I've got it this time
by me gusta on Nov 13, 2011 11:54 PM CST via mobile reply actions
+53
"Everything is on the One." -- George Clinton, Parliament/Funkadelic
With an improved defense, everything should be on the One.
Tony showed heart and passion today, he was sharp and looked like vintage Romo.
He put up great numbers, but did not do it by himself, it was a complete team effort. But he is the face of the franchise, and he played like it today.
Congrats Antonio Ramiro Romo :) u are the man !!
D-Ware= sack master
rated as the # 1 pass rusher in the NFL
by salas88 on Nov 14, 2011 12:07 AM CST via mobile reply actions
All in with you Tom, best I have ever seen from a Boys QB.
Best I have seen from a whole bunch of QB’s
You have to play this game like somebody just hit your mother with a two-by-four. Dan Birdwell. Oakland Raiders
How do you want to be rememberd. Go out there and play every play like it is your last play. Be remembered as the person you want to be for the rest of your life. Spike Dykes, Midland Lee and Texas Tech Coach.
I think that's a good thing.
We heard over the last 2 games Brooking and James just getting beat constantly. We didn’t hear much of Lee, especially in a bad way
by Portland's Cowboy fan on Nov 14, 2011 12:29 AM CST up reply actions
He was always at the point of attack/tackle
He’s doing what he needs to
I like pasta because my house is made of bricks
okay I have watched ESPN for the last 2 hours and have seen
Atlanta/ NO highlights 3 times, and every other game in NFL twice and not once have they showed or talked about the cowboys game at all.
The blitz, Sportcenter,..nothing, been watching since end of Patriots game and they have shown every single game 2-3 times and not once have they shown the cowboys.
If the cowboys lose they seem to talk about them nonstop. And before this game today they said this was a make or break game for both teams and one of the biggest games of the day, yet they seem to have completely forgot about the game now.
So annoying.
I've pretty much given up on ESPN at this pojnt
That seems to be the story with them all the time, so I try not to let it bother me. I stick to BTB for all of my Cowboys news. And if you’re looking for entertainment, then I highly suggest BGN.
by me gusta on Nov 14, 2011 12:51 AM CST via mobile up reply actions
It wasn't on the blitz
but it was on Sportscenter. Not much, usual…Cowboys did this, TNew w/ a pick 6, etc. It was there though.
by Tyrone Jenkins on Nov 14, 2011 7:54 AM CST up reply actions
Went through the same myself
Kept looking for DAL hilites and kept watching ATL-NO, Jets-NE
Then over on NBC, Dan Patrick stating during a replay before the game, not a very good pass by Romo, but a great catch by Dez Bryant.’ What a tool.
I don't make mistakes...just understandable bad choices
It might not have been the best pass,
But he put it right where Dez could get it. That’s what #1 receivers do
I like pasta because my house is made of bricks
Aikman and the halftime show were gushing over that win
During the Gnats game
I like pasta because my house is made of bricks
This game spoils the ESPN Narrative
That is Cowboys will lose to inferior teams. We could even throw the Jets in there since Tony imploded against them in week one. Also, game was a blowout so might as well not do the highlights.
I'm a proud fan of the Minnesota Twins and Dallas Cowboys!
"Life is precious and time is a key element. Let’s make every moment count and help those who have a greater need than our own." – Harmon Killebrew
Champagne SuperTolbert Saves the day!!!
I've been watching it too and it's pretty ridiculous
Every time they mention week 10 highlights they just show that Tebow touchdown…he completed 2 total passes and won an ugly game. Romo sets a franchise record in one of the oldest and most esteemed franchises in history, also against a team that leads the league in takeaways, and I think Boom mentions us at the end of the Blitz…something like “and Dallas is starting to surge” I think that’s all they say about them. Oh well, we’ll just keep on winning and see how much they ignore us then.
Cowboys pride in the Mountain State
by WVCowboys_Fan on Nov 14, 2011 1:48 AM CST up reply actions
Correction: he says "Dallas Cowboys, when they look good they look really good"
pretty backhanded compliment if you ask me…what does WHEN they look good mean exactly? Can’t you just say we played a good game?
Cowboys pride in the Mountain State
by WVCowboys_Fan on Nov 14, 2011 1:49 AM CST up reply actions
yep, I heard that too. Annoyed me. Like beating teams by a large score
is almost somehow a negative. I was wondering if any of the Romo haters would say anything, but I guess going 18/19 with 3 TD’s is simply expected or something. Its crazy how much Romo gets overlooked, he is like the 3ed or 4th top rated passer of ALL TIME.
Cowboys did not even have Austin or Felix Jones.
by tucsonbandit on Nov 14, 2011 3:00 AM CST up reply actions
Where I checked the meme was
“despite 4th quarter woes Romo can look good.” You’d think they would bother to check his 4th-quarter passer rating, but noooo.
I found a story on the ball given to the Cowboys Cheerleader.
It’s the next day, and ESPN is still not showing highlights. This is blatant. The only thing that can be done is what is already done. I wanted to see those highlights, so I watched. They wouldn’t show them, so I’m back to not watching the wretched evil sports empire. I found my highlights on the web. Nice long, detailed coverage. Much better than ESPN could do.
Take that ESPN!!! I don’t need you to get my highlights. The internet is better. Hope everyone learns this.
Who are you? And how did you get in here?
I'm a locksmith..and..I'm a locksmith. -- Frank Drebin.
watch first and 10
Skip will be gushing over romo, tebow, and brady. Youll get your coverage there.
But to be fair we did play an out of conference game to a big pretender. If we do this to the redskins itll get play for sure.
Plus who cares if they talk about us, we will get 2 full weeks of coverage in Feb.
Tony Romo 2011's League's Most Valuable Player and 2012's Superbowl MVP
"No one gives us the right, we take it." L. ~SPN
I see what you did there.
"Everything is on the One." -- George Clinton, Parliament/Funkadelic
With an improved defense, everything should be on the One.
NFL Network -
The first time around that I saw it, they only talked for about 2 minutes about this game after spending 10 minutes on the ATL NO game. Then, the second time around, they at least spent about 5 minutes on it. What was pretty shocking, though, was the praise they got from Deion! He actually said that Dez looked like Randy Moss or Larry Fitzgerald in that game. He also had a lot of good things to say about Romo.
by Hatchetman337 on Nov 14, 2011 8:16 AM CST up reply actions
My Gameballs go to
Arizona, San Francisco, and Miami.
Seriously, as the late Harry Carey would say, I am dancing in the streets with this week’s result. Expected a nerve racking shootout loss where Tony Romo or some other Cowboy loses it in the end. Great win, we needed it thanks to us visiting Washington next week.
I'm a proud fan of the Minnesota Twins and Dallas Cowboys!
"Life is precious and time is a key element. Let’s make every moment count and help those who have a greater need than our own." – Harmon Killebrew
Champagne SuperTolbert Saves the day!!!
True
I definitely did not expect a blowout win today, so that was awesome. And then the awesome factor was raised when every other division rival lost.
Now we are just behind New York while headed to Washington next week. We need to keep our heads on straight and get there ready to fight. I hope Garrett can keep them from getting complacent, because this is exactly the spot that something awful would happen under Wade.
by me gusta on Nov 14, 2011 1:04 AM CST via mobile up reply actions
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by Sado44 on Nov 14, 2011 1:05 AM CST via mobile reply actions
Congratulations to Romo
He really deserved an awesome game after all the crap he’s taken. Let’s just hope that this so-called “Romocoaster” has gotten stuck at the top of the hill.
by me gusta on Nov 14, 2011 1:08 AM CST via mobile reply actions
why was laurant robinson on the street
He has outplayed his contract and definitely has played better than that #11 guy that now drops ball after ball in chicago.
by Professor1 on Nov 14, 2011 1:20 AM CST via mobile reply actions
injuries and for some reason rams and chargers thought he was expendable
the chargers i understand(cause aj smith hates paying players) because they already have jackson, floyd, and other young’ns like vincent brown that just need time
someone noted earlier, rams picked up amendola when dallas cut him so cowboys return the favor with Robinson
The realist keepin it real amongst the surrealists
I was in Baghdad before these little B.G.'s was in they daddy-bags.
by starbury_to_s-jaxci2000 on Nov 14, 2011 1:25 AM CST up reply actions
RDD! RDD! RDD! RDD! RDD!
RDD!
R-EAL D-EAL D-EMARCO
!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Bruce Carter+Sean Lee=BRUCE LEE!!!!
RDD=REAL DEAL DEMARCO!!!!
by Archie Barberio on Nov 14, 2011 1:25 AM CST reply actions
I love Murray
It’s unbelievable how good it feels to have a balanced offense again. I want to sing, but I will spare the universe that torture on such a glorious day.
by me gusta on Nov 14, 2011 1:38 AM CST via mobile up reply actions
last 12 pm game for 6 weeks after next week
there is no reason with no cooley, no moss, no hightower, banged up secondary, rex grossman or beck that dallas with a healthy romo should struggle at all
man i cant believe how hard i’m going to root for the eagles next week.
The realist keepin it real amongst the surrealists
I was in Baghdad before these little B.G.'s was in they daddy-bags.
by starbury_to_s-jaxci2000 on Nov 14, 2011 1:30 AM CST reply actions
They have Choice.
Now if he gets onto the field thats another question.
Wonder if he’ll ask for Tony’s autograph.
The Garrett Guillotine demands more blood!
by Blue Eyed Devil on Sep 5, 2011 3:30 PM PDT
If you're going to eat poison, you might as well lick the plate.
That's funny!
" Ever tried. Ever failed. No matter. Try again. Fail again. Fail better. "
Samuel Beckett
"There is no cause for concern" Jerry Jones
I said last week, "This is the Tony Romo we've been missing... consistent, accurate, and dazzling."
And he continued that into this week. This is the Tony Romo I’m used to seeing—and more.
Yeah being 100% healthy and no bulk protective vest will do that..
Tony Romo 2011's League's Most Valuable Player and 2012's Superbowl MVP
"No one gives us the right, we take it." L. ~SPN
What I can't get over is
that this was without Austin. I mean, when you are throwing to Bennett and Holley, that’s really showing that you feel conident you can complete it to anyone.
Thats whats so awesome about it
Without Miles, without Felix, without Jenkins. Players stepping up. This is a JG lead team.
We're here to win football games. The way to do that is to tell him and to get on him at the right times. I do that when you guys (media) don't see and watch.''
What else makes a strong leader?
"You win,'' Romo said. "You're a very good leader once you win.
"That's' what we're going to do.''
by TARHEEL PAUL on Nov 14, 2011 7:45 AM CST up reply actions
Many deserving but only one winner -
Romo. Good stuff Tom, thanks.
Espn, NFL Net et. al. Policy is if the Cowboys lose, spend 15 minutes covering it with emphasis on how badly Romo played. When Cowboys win you get 30 seconds tops then move on to less important game. This has been in effect now for about 15 years. So don’t expect props except from those that count, namely, Cowboy fans.
Honestly, I didn’t think the team had it in them. So this is the second time this year that they have strung two together.
1 game behind the Giants. Giants have Eagles, Saints, Packers. We have Wash., Miami, Ariz. The 4th week is Giants @Dallas. If today was not an aberration, if we can gel RIGHT NOW, we can be tied for first with New York when they come to Dallas. That’s assuming we take care of business like today and the Giants lose 2 out 3.
Yesterday we were an 8-8 team. today, the door of opprotunity is WIDE open. Holy shit.
" Ever tried. Ever failed. No matter. Try again. Fail again. Fail better. "
Samuel Beckett
"There is no cause for concern" Jerry Jones
In a way it doesn't matter
if we are tied with Giants or behind Giants when we meet. Either way, a loss puts us behind them. Either way, a win puts us ahead of them. I realize we need to not lose focus and lose one of the next three games, but (unless we implode) my next real question is how we will do against the Giants.
We in at home Dec. 11.
" Ever tried. Ever failed. No matter. Try again. Fail again. Fail better. "
Samuel Beckett
"There is no cause for concern" Jerry Jones
This team today reminded me of the JJ years,
lead draws to Murray (Emmit), 3rd down throws to Witten (Novcek), TD passes to Dez (Irvin) where he wrestles the ball away. Keep it up. That was a pretty good team to emulate.
" Ever tried. Ever failed. No matter. Try again. Fail again. Fail better. "
Samuel Beckett
"There is no cause for concern" Jerry Jones
THE 3 D's
D-Ware
D-Monster Murray
Dez-enator
awsome ….awsome ….
woman !, don't try to understand em, don't try to make them understand you, for they are a breed apart ! lol
(redskins)= A Tale of 2 owners, bought by Snyder, OWNED by the COWBOYS
Id say RIP Al Davis, but i know your up there drunker than a monkey and clocking angels in the 40 yd dash.
Game Balls
1) Offensive Line: No turnovers, and no sacks. Over 400 yards of offense, 4 TDs. The big guys stepped up.
2) Secondary: Holding Fitzpatrick to 136 passing yards.
3) Newman: 2 picks, including a pick 6 to put the bow on the game.
4) Ware: that sack he had was a big play, and he should’ve had a strip sack later on but the refs called the tuck rule, and Garrett didn’t challenge.
5) Murray: another day at the office for him (160+ total yards and 1 TD).
6) Romo: Surgical efficiency (23/26 270 and 3TDs).
7) Robinson: I’d call him co-team MVP on offense with Murray so far. Murray’s made us forget about Fragile Cat. And Robinson has been Mr. Reliable since week 3. In his 7 games he already has Romo’s complete trust and confidence. He’s filled in nicely for Austin this year.
8) Dez: that TD set the tone for the game.
9) Bailey: made all his kicks.
"The tone is business," Garrett said. "Let's get to work. The Giants are going to be at the Meadowlands on Sunday at 4:15. They're an awfully good football team. We have to get ready for them."
by Rohpuri on Nov 14, 2011 1:53 AM CST via mobile reply actions
Lame Balls
1) The inside linebackers, and deffensive line: again allowing another RB to carve up the defense. That’s 3 consecutive weeks now. They better not let Torrain and Helu run wild, or this defense will be in for a very long day next week.
2) The refs for waiving off Ware’s strip sack. I believe that drive resulted in a TD for Buffalo.
"The tone is business," Garrett said. "Let's get to work. The Giants are going to be at the Meadowlands on Sunday at 4:15. They're an awfully good football team. We have to get ready for them."
by Rohpuri on Nov 14, 2011 1:59 AM CST via mobile up reply actions
It was not Ware with the strip sack, it was Scandrick
You have to play this game like somebody just hit your mother with a two-by-four. Dan Birdwell. Oakland Raiders
How do you want to be rememberd. Go out there and play every play like it is your last play. Be remembered as the person you want to be for the rest of your life. Spike Dykes, Midland Lee and Texas Tech Coach.
IIRC,
It was ruled an incomplet forward pass. It was not an “empty hand.”
Could be wrong though.
If the play works, never run it again. If it fails, keep running it.
First and goal at the one. Run it three times in a row, and then kick a field goal. Sound familiar?
Yes, that's what it was ruled.
But, it is the play Rohpuri was talking about. They feel it should’ve been a strip sack. I think it was darn close either way.
Rabid and luvin' it
We held them to 7 points
And completely shut them down, in the 2nd half it was okay if they were running the ball, it just ate up the clock..
Tony Romo 2011's League's Most Valuable Player and 2012's Superbowl MVP
"No one gives us the right, we take it." L. ~SPN
Re: #4
Even if they had challenged, it still would have been ruled an incomplete pass. It was the weakest, goofiest pass attempt I’ve ever seen, but his hand was technically moving forward. It looked like a Pee Wee Herman pass attempt, but that still counts.
The RTP penalty on Ware was also technically correct. He did make contact with Fitzpatrick’s head as well as every other inch of him.
It always amazes me when DeMarcus gets flagged for RTP
Of all the great Pass Rushers in NFL history, he stands out as the one guy who is looking to get the sack without actually hurting the opposing QB. . . . . Right after he knocked Fitz down, he offered his hand to help him up off the ground.
Killer Instinct and a Nice Guy, love me some #94
it amazes me when he gets called for offsides
when he’s not. He’s just that damn fast. And thats the truth.
We're here to win football games. The way to do that is to tell him and to get on him at the right times. I do that when you guys (media) don't see and watch.''
What else makes a strong leader?
"You win,'' Romo said. "You're a very good leader once you win.
"That's' what we're going to do.''
by TARHEEL PAUL on Nov 14, 2011 8:39 AM CST up reply actions
It's really scary to see someone that big go from standing still to a blur - instantly.
I don’t know if I’ve ever seen someone jump a snap like he does. Maybe Troy Polamalu when he’s jumping over O-lines… But consistently, no one does is like D Ware
"No one ever accomplishes anything alone in football. We all like to think that we can, but that's just not true. It's always been a team game, always will be." - Tom Dempsey
"Leadership is getting someone to do what they don’t want to do, to achieve what they want to achieve." - Tom Landry
it amazes me when he gets called for offsides
when he’s not
he was off-sides on the one he got flagged for.
he used to get called against the Giants when he wasn’t. What used to happen with the Giants is their center had a ‘tell’. Instead of snapping the ball and looking up simultaneously, the Giants center would look up and then snap the ball a fraction of a second later. It was always the same rhythm and it let Ware get some unbelievable jumps.
It looked like the Buf center almost had the same hitch .. but the delay between head up / snap was longer, and Ware ended up offsides.
For God and country - Geronimo
by Fan in Thick and Thin on Nov 14, 2011 9:40 AM CST up reply actions
His 20 sack season
During that season I counted at least 5 times where he was called offsides when he wasn’t and he was so close to the QB before the whistles stopped the play.
by Aaron Burtram on Nov 14, 2011 2:53 PM CST up reply actions
centers head down
center’s head starts to move, Ware off to the races
head almost all the way up, ball not snapped
ball snapped, Ware across the LOS
For God and country - Geronimo
by Fan in Thick and Thin on Nov 14, 2011 8:18 PM CST up reply actions 1 recs
Couldn't agree more:
8) Dez: that TD set the tone for the game.
Maybe he is not a closer. Maybe he’s a spark plug. Feed him early, let the ground game control the second half. (I am in no way, shape, or form saying that it’s OK for him to disappear! When we need him in the 4th he should be playing hard still)
"No one ever accomplishes anything alone in football. We all like to think that we can, but that's just not true. It's always been a team game, always will be." - Tom Dempsey
"Leadership is getting someone to do what they don’t want to do, to achieve what they want to achieve." - Tom Landry
yup.
and two of them towards Murray, one for -5 and one for idk how many.
by slowmotion80 on Nov 14, 2011 9:35 AM CST up reply actions
About 6 inches on that second one.
Formerly Pineywoods - different name, same cockeyed view of the world.
Jason Garrett - Lord of Order
Rob Ryan - Lord of Chaos
This is just wrong. Romo had 7 attempts in the 3rd quarter, none in the 4th.
Dez even caught one for 12 yards.
should have been 20 but he ran backwards with it trying to break free.
by Aaron Burtram on Nov 14, 2011 2:55 PM CST up reply actions
If I have to see that BSPN terrible towel commercial one more time
I’m going to strangle a kitten.
"I'm huunngray. I want some f**ken french tooast!"
yeah ... it makes me wanna buy a terrible towel so I can do unspeakable things to it ...
gawd i hate the steelers ….
"They need security in the world, Craig!"
i really really thought we'd lose this game ...
this is exactly the type of game we lost last year. qb gets the ball out quick. good intermediate passing game to expose our lbs. good rb. opportunistic defense …
but this is a new team. new leader. new focus. better players. better prepared. better results.
i’m so happy to be wrong. so very happy.
"They need security in the world, Craig!"
great game, at least for us.
wouldn’t be a Bills fan today, though.
just want to point out that this game was eerily similar to the Eagles-Cowboys game two weeks ago, only this time it was us getting to a jumpstart.
wow, big win, and in that funny formula based on the points scored and points allowed we just got promoted from an 8-8 team to a 10-6 one :)
i am afraid to voice my hopes, but just imagine when we’ll have Felix back… from another aspect, i’m curious what Felix would’ve done in the last four games had he not get injured. we now simply tend to overlook him, yet he did not show anything worse than DeMarco while both of us were in the game.
now i’m looking at the Redskins game as a potential trap game, plus it will be their Super Bowl i guess, they’re falling so quickly that this is all they have left.
Felix and DeMarco both in the game with good blocking will rock.
I don’t know why so many want to trash Felix just because DeMarco is showing up big. I want them both in there springing big runs or catching passes. It will help us a lot when the D can’t figure out what we will be doing.
by Rena on Nov 14, 2011 4:20 AM CST up reply actions 1 recs
plus,
it’s great to see Murray writing history, but there is no evidence whether Felix would have been unable to exploit the league’s worst run defenses (ok, the Seahawks defense is no fluke, but that can happen every once)
would be interested in seeing both of them on the field at the same time, along with Witten, Dez and a healthy Miles.
by slowmotion80 on Nov 14, 2011 4:49 AM CST up reply actions
Exactly
DeMarco Romo Felix in the Shotgun
The possiblities are endless . . . . .
I think I like
Romo under center w/ Single Back (Murray) and FJ in the SLOT – Dez and Laurent out wide, Witten in the slot.
Then run the ball in the 4 or 5 gap for 5+ yards.
Lather, rinse and repeat. Every once in a while, you play action and hit Dez on the 5 or 7 route or Laurent on the 9. FJ is a decoy until he proves he can run routes.
by Tyrone Jenkins on Nov 14, 2011 8:37 AM CST up reply actions
I would actually prefer that Murray motions or starts in the Slot
He runs good routes and his hands are amazing. . . . . He caught so many balls at OU that he would be more than a decoy and would allow all of our players to contribute in areas of strength.
I think Felix could work in the Slot too, but I think Murray is better suited for that role. Besides, it would only add to the confusion of opposing DCs.
plus you have tons of options,
handoff to Murray, reverse with Felix coming from the slot, duoble reverse using Dez or Miles, etc etc
by slowmotion80 on Nov 14, 2011 9:03 AM CST up reply actions
Problem w/ that is
I’m not so sure defenses will be as concerned about the run w/ FJ back there.
FJ can run the ball, don’t get me wrong. But, over the course of a game (15-20 calls), FJ up the middle isn’t near as effective or realistic as DM up the middle. And when I mean up the middle, I mean the 1-4 gaps (not between OG and OT).
FJ runs routes just as well if not better than DM but lets remember, they’re both RBs!!!!
by Tyrone Jenkins on Nov 14, 2011 9:06 AM CST up reply actions
FJ just can't make some of the runs that Demarco does
Felix needs a hole to run through. He’s a straight line runner. Demarco has the vision to cut back and attack.
I’m really not knocking FJ but its just the kind of runner he is.
We're here to win football games. The way to do that is to tell him and to get on him at the right times. I do that when you guys (media) don't see and watch.''
What else makes a strong leader?
"You win,'' Romo said. "You're a very good leader once you win.
"That's' what we're going to do.''
by TARHEEL PAUL on Nov 14, 2011 9:08 AM CST up reply actions
Felix is the back you need to use in space
I dont think he is the kind of back you want inside the tackles.
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My point exactly
That’s why I’d have him in the slot. He can motion through (kinda like a reverse), shift to the H back position, etc. FJ’s strength is his versatility in that he CAN run between the tackles but he’s so much better not doing so.
Plus, I think if you allow FJ to spend a little more time on ST, he’d be a great KR (that was tried once before but he didn’t do well – I think he was trying too hard to become the #1 back and wasn’t concentrating on ST enough).
by Tyrone Jenkins on Nov 14, 2011 9:25 AM CST up reply actions
I like Felix
On Checkdowns, Screens and Tosses. That’s how you use him
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yep, you're probably right.
but imo due to the speed of both of them, for the defense to locate who is running the ball and to which gap is a must.
if you do more than the conventional handoff from QB to HB that involves two runners, especially if you have Felix and Murray, if you go after the wrong guy you’re most probably toast because the other one will carry the rock until the end zone.
Garrett should find something useful when Felix is coming running from the wing, and he shows two handoffs, one to Felix, one to Murray. what is the action? Felix around the end? Murray up the middle? Murray off tackle?
granted, i’m no OC (and i’m no OCC either :D), and it is also boring that for years now we’re salivating over things that never went through, like the 3-headed-monster (Barber+Felix+Choice), or the undefendable double-TE set with Witten and Bennett (and – to a certain extent – Phillips), but maybe JG could show us something that is truly new. (wasn’t there a Witten pass once a few years ago?)
by slowmotion80 on Nov 14, 2011 9:32 AM CST up reply actions
Also, it would take pressure off of the other receivers, and create mismatches on his routes. You would almost have to put a corner on him to cover him.
by Aaron Burtram on Nov 14, 2011 2:58 PM CST up reply actions
You do remember last year, Felix was great catching the ball. I want to say he had 1 drop all year?
No other RB was even close to him for % catches. Not sure any WR’s were either.
I do remeber
I wasn’t trying to imply either way would be wrong. . . . Of all the things I thought Murray would provide, his route running and catching haven’t really been used much to this point.
My basic thought was that allowing him to showcase this talent would only add to the additional game planning my opposing DCs and help provide more space . . . . especially space for guys like Felix who need it to succeed.
My comment was in reply to this.
FJ is a decoy until he proves he can run routes.
Heeeyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy....
i’m curious what Felix would’ve done in the last four games had he not get injured. we now simply tend to overlook him, yet he did not show anything worse than DeMarco while both of us were in the game.
Are you DeMarco Murray? = D
If you are, I just ordered your jersey – custom authentic – from the mothership. Can’t wait to be rockin my fresh #29!
"No one ever accomplishes anything alone in football. We all like to think that we can, but that's just not true. It's always been a team game, always will be." - Tom Dempsey
"Leadership is getting someone to do what they don’t want to do, to achieve what they want to achieve." - Tom Landry
ok, sorry for that.
both of THEM were in the game.
btw, do you really think i would call myself slowmotion if i were DeMarco? :)
by slowmotion80 on Nov 14, 2011 9:10 AM CST up reply actions
Considering your contributions to the above convo about decoys and distraction...
…maybe? haha
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"Leadership is getting someone to do what they don’t want to do, to achieve what they want to achieve." - Tom Landry
Completely agree, slomo
Our expectations for this team just jumped through the hole in the roof. A complete beatdown of what was a very good team(they beat the Pats). So many questions now. Why has it taken so long? And more importantly, is this win something we can count on? I guess we find out Sunday.One game at a time.
This win IMO was as big a shock as the loss (up 24 points) to Detroit. So now we know what they are capable of. Now the bigger challenge; do it again, and again…
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Samuel Beckett
"There is no cause for concern" Jerry Jones
Here is another one for you Tom.
This thorough performance was a bit historic, too. Dallas scored its most points since Sept. 9, 2007, and enjoyed its most lopsided win since Oct. 22, 2000. The 37-point margin is bigger than any regular-season victory in Dallas with Jimmy Johnson, Bill Parcells or Barry Switzer on the sideline, quite a feat for Jason Garrett in his first full season on the job.
Wow. That's almost unbelievable.
"No one ever accomplishes anything alone in football. We all like to think that we can, but that's just not true. It's always been a team game, always will be." - Tom Dempsey
"Leadership is getting someone to do what they don’t want to do, to achieve what they want to achieve." - Tom Landry
yeah that in 2000 they had a lopsided win
The realist keepin it real amongst the surrealists
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by starbury_to_s-jaxci2000 on Nov 14, 2011 10:29 AM CST up reply actions
HAHAHAHA! Nice.
I was about to graduate high school in 2000-2001. Crazy how time flies.
I think I almost block those days from my football memory. I only remember T.O. and him disrespecting the Star from that year. The rest was even worse. lol
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"Leadership is getting someone to do what they don’t want to do, to achieve what they want to achieve." - Tom Landry
1st 3 drives
1st and 10 at DAL 20 / T.Romo pass short left to D.Murray to DAL 35 for 15 yards (G.Wilson, Sp.Johnson). Screen pass.
1st and 10 at DAL 35 / D.Murray right tackle to DAL 39 for 4 yards (K.Sheppard).
2nd and 6 at DAL 39 / T.Romo pass short left to J.Witten to DAL 41 for 2 yards (T.McGee).
3rd and 4 at DAL 41 / (Shotgun) T.Romo pass deep right to J.Holley to BUF 34 for 25 yards (T.McGee). Pass complete on a “go” route.
1st and 10 at BUF 34 / T.Romo pass short right to D.Bryant for 34 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Stop and go route.
1st and 10 at DAL 22 / D.Murray left tackle to DAL 26 for 4 yards (G.Wilson).
2nd and 6 at DAL 26 / T.Romo pass short middle to M.Bennett to DAL 34 for 8 yards (K.Sheppard).
1st and 10 at DAL 34 / D.Murray left tackle to DAL 41 for 7 yards (J.Byrd).
2nd and 3 at DAL 41 / (Shotgun) D.Murray up the middle to BUF 46 for 13 yards (G.Wilson; J.Byrd).
1st and 10 at BUF 46 / T.Romo pass short left to D.Murray pushed ob at BUF 35 for 11 yards (T.McGee). Pass complete on a “Wheel” route.
1st and 10 at BUF 35 / P.Tanner right tackle to BUF 32 for 3 yards (G.Wilson).
2nd and 2 at BUF 27 / P.Tanner up the middle to BUF 28 for -1 yards (A.Carrington).
3rd and 3 at BUF 28 / (Shotgun) T.Romo pass short left to J.Witten to BUF 23 for 5 yards (D.Florence). With this pass, Witten moves into third place among tight ends in career receptions; passes Ozzie Newsome, who had 662.
1st and 10 at BUF 23 / T.Romo pass short right to D.Bryant to BUF 10 for 13 yards (T.McGee). Pass complete on a “curl” route.
1st and 10 at BUF 10 / T.Romo pass short right to J.Witten to BUF 7 for 3 yards (J.Byrd). Pass complete off play action and roll right.
2nd and 7 at BUF 7 / (Shotgun) D.Murray up the middle to BUF 5 for 2 yards (M.Dareus).
3rd and 5 at BUF 5 / (Shotgun) T.Romo pass short left to L.Robinson for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Romo spins away from the rush and rolls left prior to the touchdown pass.
1st and 10 at DAL 42 / T.Romo pass deep middle to L.Robinson for 58 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Pass complete on a “deep post;” ball was caught at the Buffalo 11.
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by Fan in Thick and Thin on Nov 14, 2011 6:09 AM CST reply actions
Healthy Romo, thats all we needed
Murrayhelps too but Healthy Romo is key
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"No one gives us the right, we take it." L. ~SPN
I’m not gonna sweat it. if people want to believe its Murray, I’m not going to fight them.
but I look at that and think BUF’s DC would have to have a mental handicap to shift to ‘defending the run’ after that first series.
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by Fan in Thick and Thin on Nov 14, 2011 6:56 AM CST up reply actions
they were keying on Murray that's why we were able to throw so well...
too many LBs on the field, even when they did run-blitz we were getting positive yards. Murray opens up the passing game just by being in the huddle.
Reminds me of Emmitt.
Slow down with the Emmitt comparisons. Choice reminded some of Emmitt, and that did not work out too well
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It reminds me of Emmitt
in the way that he has an impact on the overall game plan. The way Murray plays doesn’t remind me of Emmitt at all. I think Jerry hit it on the head when he comapred his style to Eric Dickerson. Not saying he is going to have the same career but there style of play is very similar.
We're here to win football games. The way to do that is to tell him and to get on him at the right times. I do that when you guys (media) don't see and watch.''
What else makes a strong leader?
"You win,'' Romo said. "You're a very good leader once you win.
"That's' what we're going to do.''
by TARHEEL PAUL on Nov 14, 2011 7:47 AM CST up reply actions
Murray's running style is similar to Dickerson
"The tone is business," Garrett said. "Let's get to work. The Giants are going to be at the Meadowlands on Sunday at 4:15. They're an awfully good football team. We have to get ready for them."
by Rohpuri on Nov 14, 2011 7:53 AM CST via mobile up reply actions
That's your fault. Choice NEVER reminded me of Emmitt. Not one game. Not once.
"No one ever accomplishes anything alone in football. We all like to think that we can, but that's just not true. It's always been a team game, always will be." - Tom Dempsey
"Leadership is getting someone to do what they don’t want to do, to achieve what they want to achieve." - Tom Landry
Ditto
The Garrett Guillotine demands more blood!
by Blue Eyed Devil on Sep 5, 2011 3:30 PM PDT
If you're going to eat poison, you might as well lick the plate.
I did not say Choice reminded ME of Emmitt, but there were some here who said that
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FiTaT
I think most of us agree with you that Romo is genius and that the JG passing attack has been wonderful for a long time. However, something ELSE has changed. What kept us from having to give up Lions-style interceptions when we were ahead? What kept us from missing from the 1 yard line? What gave us options to intersperse between all those Romo passes?
The TR passing game is the most important part of Dallas’ game. You’ve completely sold me on that. But having an effective run game sure feels like the difference between “our passing attack is awesome but maybe we’ll lose anyway” to “our passing attack is awesome so we’re going to win big.”
Detroit was a fluke with a QB with a rib injury. Detroit is also a superior pass defense.
In fact, if anything, Detroit should make people pause before chalking this up to Murray … because Romo looked exactly like this in the first half of the Detroit game pre-Murray.
Romo’s been destroying bad pass defenses for years. People seem to have forgotten the real Romo. This isn’t something new.
Also Dallas hasn’t allowed a sack in the last 2 games. Part of that is the defenses Dallas was playing, it also is probably the OL, which is great because Romo with time is lethal.
Murray doesn’t hurt though.
If it means people stop stressing about Garrett’s playcalling, the OL, etc, etc, though … great.
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by Fan in Thick and Thin on Nov 14, 2011 8:00 AM CST up reply actions
Romo played great yesterday
But if you think Detroit was a fluke, what was NYJ? I’ve always said when Good Tony comes to play he’s really good (elite). Bad Tony? Not so much.
And btw, if you have it on DVR, go back and watch the 3rd quarter (maybe 4th) of yesterday’s game. Romo threw 2 Detroit-like passes. One almost got Murray killed, the other was the next play. On the first, Romo floated a pass to Murray swinging out to the right. The LB was coming like a missle. If he picked it, it was a pick-6. As it turned out he just punished Murray. On the very next play, Romo dropped for a quick middle screen and tossed the ball into the middle of the pile in front of him.
Either or both of those plays could have easily been intercepted and run back, just like Detroit. Both were also very poor judgement, especially when up 28-7.
by StillHateTheGiants on Nov 14, 2011 11:03 AM CST up reply actions
And btw, if you have it on DVR, go back and watch the 3rd quarter (maybe 4th) of yesterday’s game. Romo threw 2 Detroit-like passes.
I saw those passes and I agree … they were Detroit-like … which is my point.
Buffalo Romo is the same as Detroit Romo.
What’s the ‘real’ Romo? I’d say it’s closer to Buffalo Romo than Detroit Romo.
For God and country - Geronimo
by Fan in Thick and Thin on Nov 14, 2011 11:27 AM CST up reply actions
I guess I was responding to "Detroit was a fluke"
I might have misinterpreted what you were saying. My view is the Detroit outcome was the result of a few really bad decisions he made and that he still showed a little bit of that yesterday but got lucky because the defense didn’t make a play (relatively easy plays).
by StillHateTheGiants on Nov 14, 2011 11:42 AM CST up reply actions
Finding throws that could of gone awry
Is sort of a futile exercise. In the NFL almost no WR is “open” and with the athletes playing defense, every throw is a risk. I also rewatched the throw to Murray when Romo released the ball the LB was probably not even in his sight line. He threw the ball the way the play was designed and bad things could have happened. It really is the nature of QBing in the NFL.
Just as I refuse to get upset about a few turnovers, I’m also not going to crow too much about none. At the speed of the game (on the field, not on the sofa) picks will happen to every QB and not always at a time that is optimal for the QB’s team. Better o-line performance and a running game that is credible helps reduce the probability of a pick, but it certainly won’t eliminate them.
Don't believe everything you think.
by dunkman on Nov 14, 2011 5:06 PM CST via mobile up reply actions
We just disagree
Every QB throws interceptions. That doesn’t mean all interceptions are equal. Knowing the situation and seeing the field and making appropriate decisions about when and where to make throws aren’t just a matter of chance and some QB’s are better than others.
by StillHateTheGiants on Nov 15, 2011 6:28 AM CST up reply actions
If you mean Romo
he’s thrown some in situations where it hurt more than others, and I don’t hold his game situation awareness to be perfect. But I also don’t believe it’s worse than any other high level QB who is expected to carry most of the offensive burden. if you have been watching NE and SD, they are struggling with exactly that – the QBs have lost a lot of the offensive options they once had (Brady has one Wr and Rivers has no running game, and a gimpy TE). So categorizing romo differently is more an example of the narrative kicking in. His actual record is one of having better stats late in close games.
Again, generally it’s the fan who gives the pick a greater or lesser meaning based on the outcome of the game. For example, Romo and Sanchez had identical turnover stats – one pick, one fumble. But Sanchez was hailed as clutch and Romo as a choker because of the final score. In reality, their turnovers had equal potential to turn the game around depending on what happened after those points. Dallas gave up a blocked punt and the defnse couldn’t stop two scoring drives, and we all know the outcome.
Don't believe everything you think.
+1. Trouble is, you can point this out until you're blue
in the face, and it doesn’t matter. Regardless, Romo’s mistakes are always worse than any other QBs. Ask the mediots.
Every QB throws INTs, and I promise,
a lot of them look just like Romo’s. Every QB has to take risks on occasion and fit it into a tight spot. Luck determines whether this time or that, the risk pays off. Or sometimes, the defender makes a really great play. And, every QB sometimes makes a bad decision. Look around the league this year; there are some elite QBs with quite a few INTs; not all of them were off tipped balls.
Not a Garrett as OC fan,
he called his best game ysterday. The opening drive play selection was masterful.
" Ever tried. Ever failed. No matter. Try again. Fail again. Fail better. "
Samuel Beckett
"There is no cause for concern" Jerry Jones
this helps refute the narrative
If Murray runs 20x the Cowboys win…it’s more likely that Murray gets to run 20x and close the game when the Cowboys have a comfortable lead.
Football Outsiders and Advanced NFL Stats (I think) have refuted the notion that teams win because RB Y gets X # carries. In actuality it’s more likely RB Y received those X # carries because his team was winning.
"The tone is business," Garrett said. "Let's get to work. The Giants are going to be at the Meadowlands on Sunday at 4:15. They're an awfully good football team. We have to get ready for them."
by Rohpuri on Nov 14, 2011 7:52 AM CST via mobile up reply actions
Which teams are truly pass heavy ...
I posted this and no one read it. this is what a thorough analysis of run/pass balance looks like though
http://fifthdown.blogs.nytimes.com/2011/11/08/the-true-measure-of-a-pass-heavy-offense/
did you know that the Packers rank 21st in pass attempts this season?
the statistics did not tell the true story. Those teams passed so successfully that they frequently found themselves in run-favorable situations. Every N.F.L. fan knows that trailing teams tend to pass more frequently than winning teams, and the disparity is stronger the larger the lead or deficit. For example, teams this season are passing on 74 percent of plays when trailing by 17 to 24 points, but that drops to 44 percent when leading by such a margin. How a game unfolds has a large impact on the ultimate run/pass ratio of a team. To truly understand a team’s offensive philosophy, you need to take into account the scoring flow of the game….
Finally, I noted how much the team with the ball was leading or trailing by at the start of each play; that will help to give us a general sense of whether it is a passing or running situation. For example, when the Lions came back from a 20-point deficit against the Vikings, the average scoring margin on Detroit plays was -8.5; not surprisingly, the Lions passed on 74 percent of plays in that game (passing plays include sacks).
As you’d expect, the Packers have been in front most of the time this season. That helps explain why they haven’t passed as frequently as you might think.
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by Fan in Thick and Thin on Nov 14, 2011 8:41 AM CST up reply actions
i read it everytime haha
You are right, but you translate it better than I so I just agree with your statements, WMQB is where its at. Can’t wait to hear you remind everyone of what healthy romo is like
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"No one gives us the right, we take it." L. ~SPN
This confuses me.
bq.1st and 10 at BUF 34 / T.Romo pass short right to D.Bryant for 34 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Stop and go route.
A pass that travels over 30 yards in the air is a short pass?
by Baked Potato Soup on Nov 14, 2011 7:59 AM CST up reply actions
definitely a head scratcher.
"The tone is business," Garrett said. "Let's get to work. The Giants are going to be at the Meadowlands on Sunday at 4:15. They're an awfully good football team. We have to get ready for them."
by Rohpuri on Nov 14, 2011 8:02 AM CST via mobile up reply actions
LOL. I saw that too, but let it slide. But since you mentioned it,
this is why I laughed: The previous play was only 25 yards but called a “deep” pass.
T.Romo pass deep right to J.Holley to BUF 34 for 25 yards
"I'm huunngray. I want some f**ken french tooast!"
So which one is right?
Is 25 yards deep? Or is 34 yards short?
"I'm huunngray. I want some f**ken french tooast!"
Garrett
Warner talking about lack of discipline…
Faulk refusing to acknowledge the Cowboys as a legitimate contender…
Mooch and Jimmy talking about Garrett hiring an OC – both these guys were successful with OC’s…
Garrett knew that the Bills would focus on stopping Murray and Wit so he showed them lots early on and let them battle while he prepared them for his upper-cut, expose their secondary.
Garrett proved them all wrong by winning the battle in the trenches, running over them with Murray and going deep enough to keep drives going.
No sacks, no INTs and the best 4-game rushing yardage in Cowboys history… I think he proved his point.
It should remind them of the ’92 Cowboys.
I think yesterday was a culmanation of everything that Garrett has been trying to do.
It all came together for a full 60 minutes. Yesterday I saw everything that I have been wanting to see since, well, since FOREVER. I saw an offense with a “punch you in the face” mentality. I saw a defense that attacked instead of getting attacked. I saw a defense that forced turnovers. I saw our special teams unit play to perfection. Mcbriar taking advantage of his only punt by booming it for 52 yards and pinning it on the sideline. Dan Bailey continuing his impressive run by drilling a couple of fg’s right down the middle. Then on kickoffs Mr. Bailey booted the ball to the back of the end zone on every single attempt.
Yesterday was perfection guys. I don’t want to hear anything about Fred Jackson running for over 100. Especially since most of that 100 was done when Dallas was clearly defending against the pass.
No, we can’t and should not expect this everyweek. But what we can, should, and do expect everyweek is this style. Pound you in the face running game, smart and precise passing game, aggressive defense, and clutch special teams.
Thats a winning formula my friends.
We're here to win football games. The way to do that is to tell him and to get on him at the right times. I do that when you guys (media) don't see and watch.''
What else makes a strong leader?
"You win,'' Romo said. "You're a very good leader once you win.
"That's' what we're going to do.''
by TARHEEL PAUL on Nov 14, 2011 7:27 AM CST reply actions 1 recs
Amen
#demarcusvstheworld
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by accidental innuendo on Nov 14, 2011 7:28 AM CST up reply actions
The question is - "how do you TEACH consistency"
Answer is (IMHO), you DON’T. It is simply a byproduct of executing correctly over and over. It comes from having all the players on the same page (that’s ALL of them including the ones that are hurt), in tune w/ the coaches and the coaches being able to fully utilize the players in the best manner. It also means paying attention to the smallest details – focus and concentration on the ball all the way into the hands, staying in the 3 pt stance until seeing the center move the ball, having the correct footwork for the play, etc. All this is usually more important on offense than on defense.
Consistent teams do this often – they may not always win, but they remain consistent. I think JG is getting there but after years of not having it stressed (by a passive HC Phillips), he’s correcting it.
by Tyrone Jenkins on Nov 14, 2011 7:59 AM CST up reply actions
Consistency is enforced by repetition and focus on proper execution
#demarcusvstheworld
Cowboys wishlist: RG3
by accidental innuendo on Nov 14, 2011 8:14 AM CST up reply actions
Absolutely
I think we’re in agreement
by Tyrone Jenkins on Nov 14, 2011 8:35 AM CST up reply actions
I do agree with you, however...
I am a little concerned about the run defense. But I do agree if teams want to run the ball despite being down multiple scores, fine, all it does is shorten the game even further.
"The tone is business," Garrett said. "Let's get to work. The Giants are going to be at the Meadowlands on Sunday at 4:15. They're an awfully good football team. We have to get ready for them."
by Rohpuri on Nov 14, 2011 8:01 AM CST via mobile up reply actions
We are gonna get burned with some running teams
If the boys can continue to hurt teams passing offense then I’ll take the trade off. Running the ball kills the clock and doesn’t guarantee them a shot at huge gains like a deep pass completion would.
The Garrett Guillotine demands more blood!
by Blue Eyed Devil on Sep 5, 2011 3:30 PM PDT
If you're going to eat poison, you might as well lick the plate.
It definitely kills the clock.
I was in a sports bar and our game was over while all the other games had at least half the 4th qtr to go.
"I'm huunngray. I want some f**ken french tooast!"
Btw, I was too distracted by Dallas' awesomeness to pay close attention
How did Fiammetta do yesterday?
#demarcusvstheworld
Cowboys wishlist: RG3
by accidental innuendo on Nov 14, 2011 7:29 AM CST reply actions
he was laying some serious wood
We're here to win football games. The way to do that is to tell him and to get on him at the right times. I do that when you guys (media) don't see and watch.''
What else makes a strong leader?
"You win,'' Romo said. "You're a very good leader once you win.
"That's' what we're going to do.''
by TARHEEL PAUL on Nov 14, 2011 7:39 AM CST up reply actions
Thanks guys
I realize it seems silly to focus on the FB after a win like that. However, the Dallas running game, for a long time, has been heavily dependent on a true blocker, and I am a little giddy that we may have actually found one after a string of failures.
Against better teams, even if he can catch a ball or two, I think that will be a huge evolution in our gameplan.
#demarcusvstheworld
Cowboys wishlist: RG3
by accidental innuendo on Nov 14, 2011 7:46 AM CST up reply actions
I kind of don't understand the love for Fiamaetta
He is s good lead blocker true, but we have had good lead blockers. What we have been searching for has been the true multidimensional fullback ala Moose.
Fiammetta has 1 carry and 1 reception this year.
MacGruber!
I disagree
There is the phenomena on teams of having too many options. That is that when you have 54 plays for the RB, 32 for the X wr, 15 for the Y wr, 20 for the TE, etc. Having additional 5-6 plays for the FB would only add to the “pressure” the OC has of trying to figure a way to utilize a few of those plays on a regular basis.
Fia knows his role and isn’t clamouring for a bigger part of the O (at least I don’t think he is). Maybe in a few years, he becomes a viable option for a 4 yd pass route on goalline situations…right now, FB plays being called are a luxury.
by Tyrone Jenkins on Nov 14, 2011 8:56 AM CST up reply actions
Agreed
The only thing I would like to know, is can he catch a pass in the flat as an Option of Last Resort.
ie: Play Action to Fia in the flat ONLY because all other downfield options are covered.
Will agree w/ that
I would think that play should already be in the playbook as it’s a fairly basic one (blocking schemes should be identical to other plays).
by Tyrone Jenkins on Nov 14, 2011 9:01 AM CST up reply actions
Couldn't disagree more
You are treating carries and such as averages. When you game plan for someone you look for weaknesses in their schemes and personnel. An effective pass catching fullback might only average 3 or 4 passes a game but they would come in bunches.
Ask Garret if he would want-
A fullback capable of running the ball- endzone dives make a fake dive and pitch more effective. Garret loves confusion.
A pass catching fullback in the flat- can you imagine the matchup issues a defense would have with Murray/Felix flaring left and a pass catching fullback right? You might draw someone like shiver Brooking covering him.
MacGruber!
It is odd you talk about
the ‘pressure’ of getting someone with talent involved. More talent = more options.
MacGruber!
i say let's treat this game cautiosly
we’re only two weeks removed from a game where the opposing offense had everything going their way, and ours had nothing.
now we have a game where Tony & Co. could make virtually everything they wanted when it mattered, and now we cannot be stopped, JG is a genius etc. etc.
i say let’s wait for a week or two, and if this team can sustain this level of performance then we cany say something’s going on.
until that time, we only had convincing performances against a then-winless, then-QB-less, then-bottom-feeder team and one that had a strong start but slowed down.
if Tony & Co. does go to Fedex Field and hands the Skins a serious beating (and by serious i mean by at least 2 TDs) then officially it’s a chase for the champoinship playoffs.
deal?
no deal
I know what you are saying about people going over board. But we have all waited along time for a victory like this. So, me personally, im going to enjoy the hell out of it.
I’m not going to scream that we are on our way to a SB. But I have always been a glass half full type of guy even though they have not given me a reason to feel that way in years past. But see, thats the point to me. Even in defeat, i can clearly see that this is NOT the same team as in years past.
So for today, just for today, ok fine, maybe the whole week, im going to be on cloud nine. But don’t get it twisted, im already thinking about the Skins and I have no doubt that the team is as well.
We're here to win football games. The way to do that is to tell him and to get on him at the right times. I do that when you guys (media) don't see and watch.''
What else makes a strong leader?
"You win,'' Romo said. "You're a very good leader once you win.
"That's' what we're going to do.''
by TARHEEL PAUL on Nov 14, 2011 7:54 AM CST up reply actions
yeah, just like we were starving for a victory like the 34:7 vs the Rams
next week we travel to East and get demolished. after which, by the way, half of the people here wanted to oust Ryan, Garrett, Romo, the defense, and after that’s done they almost jumped out the window.
that’s why i’m saying i’m as happy as everyone, yet i’ll be cautious with this.
37 points margin? can’t we just assign 4 points to the Jets game, 5 to the Lions game and 5 to the Patriots? that way it’s still 30:7 but the team is 8-1 :D
by slowmotion80 on Nov 14, 2011 8:19 AM CST up reply actions
but im not one of those guys that wanted to throw anybody out the window
I understand that these type of games happen. Just like clunkers happen from time to time. But thats a great suggestion about splitting up the points like that. I think we should petition the league.
We're here to win football games. The way to do that is to tell him and to get on him at the right times. I do that when you guys (media) don't see and watch.''
What else makes a strong leader?
"You win,'' Romo said. "You're a very good leader once you win.
"That's' what we're going to do.''
by TARHEEL PAUL on Nov 14, 2011 8:25 AM CST up reply actions
I am on here a lot more than I'd like to admit. Even when I'm not posting I am always reading...
…and I would like you to find me 5, let alone “half the people here”, who wanted to oust Ryan, Garrett, Romo, or the defense, as you put it. Actually, find me one quote and I will let you off the hook.
Please excuse my defensiveness, perhaps the Big D inspired me more than I thought yesterday, but I’m pretty sure the majority of people here don’t need to be told the differences between a win versus the hapless and injury-riddled Rams, and one against a Bills team that was surging until last weekend’s loss to the Jets.
That Eagle’s game was a wake up call. I bet Rob was pretty embarrassed. I’d also bet that it doesn’t happen again.
"No one ever accomplishes anything alone in football. We all like to think that we can, but that's just not true. It's always been a team game, always will be." - Tom Dempsey
"Leadership is getting someone to do what they don’t want to do, to achieve what they want to achieve." - Tom Landry
Actually, there have been quite of few of those kinds of posts this year. If
you insist, I can get you links. Stuff about how we need to draft Romo’s replacement, and not just developmentally (Romo isn’t the answer/he won’t take us to a championship, and so on); how Garrett isn’t all that, and is he the answer at HC, etc. I haven’t seen too many down on Ryan. I don’t think it’s half or even a quarter of the people here, but it’s not an inconsequential number, particularly after losses, and sometimes even after wins.
I'm one
I jump up and down on Tony. I see no issue with drafting a replacement if the organization doesn’t feel they have one yet. I would have loved for another guy to be trusted enough to play while Tony had some rib issues. I absolutely hate when they toss everything on the HC though, Wade was a huge issue but the atmosphere is headed in the right direction and so is the personnel.
The Garrett Guillotine demands more blood!
by Blue Eyed Devil on Sep 5, 2011 3:30 PM PDT
If you're going to eat poison, you might as well lick the plate.
As I said, I'm not talking about a developmental QB. I'm talking about
the “bench Romo; Kitna is better, or trade Romo, or give up every pick in the draft (and mortgage the future of the team) for Luck” crowd. I saw one of the latter just a few days ago. The next time Romo throws a pick, they’ll be out in force again.
I remember a few saying they weren't impressed with Rob Ryan.
There are others that have said he’s no better or worse than Wade. Then you have the whole “we need to switch to a 4-3 D” crowd.
Not to say I’m perfect in any way. I was down on the Robinson signing and I’m still up in the air on Bailey kicking off (he had some great ones yesterday, but he also had two that could have bit us hard). I’m happy to admit my mistake on both counts.:)
Rabid and luvin' it
Sorry Slowmo
I seem to recall a lot of people saying that we had run up against a coach that had two weeks to prepare a gameplan and it worked to perfection. Even RR admitted that he had not prepared his players for what they saw.
Seems like dallas is trying to force bennett to be somebody. You can’t just give up on somebody as physically gifted he is. Hope he turns into what everyone wants him to be.
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by thablackwizard on Nov 14, 2011 7:51 AM CST via mobile reply actions
At this point
If we got half of what we hoped for, I would be happy
Bennett is an early 2nd round pick
Most elite TEs are late 1st or early 2nd round picks. Bennett was supposed to have been more than he is – another L or R tackle.
I will admit, he’s not very expensive and he does block well, but he doesn’t catch as well as the TE behind him on the depth chart (Phillips). I’m not of the thought process that he needs to be some monster/pro bowl TE like Witten as Witten isn’t going anywhere. But it would be exciting to have somewhat of a receiving threat opposite Witten on double tight sets.
by Tyrone Jenkins on Nov 14, 2011 8:59 AM CST up reply actions 2 recs
Yup
I’d be happy with him catching more than half of the passes thrown his way at this point. Heck, at this point, I’d even be happy if he knocked down the ones he’s not going to catch so the defender can’t catch it either.
Rabid and luvin' it
Great, Great Game
Man were the boys clickin…
I do have a concern though. I know Jackson is a grade A back but he averaged almost 9 yards a carry. What happened to the brutal run D? In the beginning of the year the Cowboys shut everyone down. Now, since the Eagles game-
Bills-114 for 8.8 yards a carry (Jackson)
Seattle- 135 for 5.9 Yards a carry (Lynch)
Eagles- 185 for 6.2 yards a carry (McCoy)
It can’t just be Lee’s injury…
MacGruber!
I will also point out
I read an article at the main site, Big Rob was talking about making a point to stop the run. They worked on it a lot this week.
MacGruber!
I would like to see a break down of Jacksons yards in each quarter.
It was pretty clear late in the game they were willing to give up the run in order to defend the pass with such a big lead.
We're here to win football games. The way to do that is to tell him and to get on him at the right times. I do that when you guys (media) don't see and watch.''
What else makes a strong leader?
"You win,'' Romo said. "You're a very good leader once you win.
"That's' what we're going to do.''
by TARHEEL PAUL on Nov 14, 2011 8:26 AM CST up reply actions
Jackson was averaging 8 or 9 YPC even in the first half.
I remember because I had the box score up and kept comparing his average to Murray’s.
Rabid and luvin' it
Just looked it up...
Jackson had 28 yards on 4 carries in the 1st half: http://espn.go.com/nfl/playbyplay?gameId=311113006&period=0
He was averaging 3 YPC on his 1st three carries and then broke out a 19 yarder on their only scoring drive.
Rabid and luvin' it
Its something that Ryan needs to work on with his bullies
If we give up 100+ yds rushing the Redskins we’re gonna have major problems down the road.
Hey Washington... D.C. stands for Dallas Cowboys
Twitter: @silva918
its all dependent.
The cowboys were so willing to let the bills run the ball when we were up 21, 28 etc. It was letting the bill eat out of the clock and get the game over faster.
You cant look at a stat without context
Tony Romo 2011's League's Most Valuable Player and 2012's Superbowl MVP
"No one gives us the right, we take it." L. ~SPN
Same could be said for the Eagles game though
They had an early lead and we knew they were going to run. We couldn’t stop it.
If it looks like a duck…
MacGruber!
not really..
Tony Romo 2011's League's Most Valuable Player and 2012's Superbowl MVP
"No one gives us the right, we take it." L. ~SPN
Im not touching you, Im not touching you
Tony Romo 2011's League's Most Valuable Player and 2012's Superbowl MVP
"No one gives us the right, we take it." L. ~SPN
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by dunkman on Nov 14, 2011 5:16 PM CST via mobile up reply actions
I am still waiting for the remainder of the
“It it looks like a Duck comment”
I guess I’ll never know
somehow he had 4 TDs in his rookie year, so normally he shouldn't be totally clueless
it’s just he has too much competition in his positions.
guess that’s why he tried to improve on his blocking, but he pumped so much iron that now half of the balls just deflect off his chest ;)
I just dont think he has the mental makeup to succeed in the NFL
We're here to win football games. The way to do that is to tell him and to get on him at the right times. I do that when you guys (media) don't see and watch.''
What else makes a strong leader?
"You win,'' Romo said. "You're a very good leader once you win.
"That's' what we're going to do.''
by TARHEEL PAUL on Nov 14, 2011 8:27 AM CST up reply actions
Since becoming our "starter" in game 7
D. Murray has moved into 7th place among leading rushers in the NFC, and 13th in
the entire NFL. He’s on pace for ~1200 yards. Like many on this board, I was not terribly
happy with this pick. Mmmm… deep fried crow…. (which is pretty weird for a chicken).
"You knew the job was dangerous when you took it, Fred." - Henry Cabot Henhaus III
I did some
whining myself when he was drafted.
I am on the bandwagon now though and there is plenty of room.
MacGruber!
The Majoroty of us didnt like the pick
Including me but I don’t mind being wrong. Murray is going to be a special RB if he keep himself healthy.
Hey Washington... D.C. stands for Dallas Cowboys
Twitter: @silva918
That crow is pretty sweet when you're proven wrong
in a good way huh.
MMMMMMM crow.
Someone pass the ketchup.
The Garrett Guillotine demands more blood!
by Blue Eyed Devil on Sep 5, 2011 3:30 PM PDT
If you're going to eat poison, you might as well lick the plate.
sad I missed out on such a dominant game
Its probably lucky that they didn’t show the game in Minneapolis, because I would have forgotten to go to all of the appointments I had yesterday afternoon.
I’ll be looking forward to all the highlights displayed on BTB.
41 of Fred Jacksons 113 yards
came after the score was 34-7
We're here to win football games. The way to do that is to tell him and to get on him at the right times. I do that when you guys (media) don't see and watch.''
What else makes a strong leader?
"You win,'' Romo said. "You're a very good leader once you win.
"That's' what we're going to do.''
Is AOA getting a position change?
I know he was just returning kicks but he was not wearing a safety number.
Hey Washington... D.C. stands for Dallas Cowboys
Twitter: @silva918
They are trying him at WR
Apparently his hips are too bad (not fluid enough) to play CB in the NFL. So in an effort to get something out of him, he will be returning and trying to play WR.
Danny Whites old number
Former Dallas QB/Punter wore #11
WOW
Alan Ball graded out as the best Boyz defender over at Advanced NFL Stats.
http://live.advancednflstats.com/index.php?gameid1=2011111300
by Mighty Blue Star on Nov 14, 2011 9:04 AM CST reply actions
they tested him every other play
and he had donald jones in check, donald jones looked like crap yesterday.
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by starbury_to_s-jaxci2000 on Nov 14, 2011 10:36 AM CST up reply actions
Maybe Ball was just meant to be a cb not a safety
by willyoubemycharizard on Nov 14, 2011 11:30 AM CST up reply actions
Ball was a CB in college
Dallas turned him into a safety when they didn’t draft one last year… the experiment failed misserably
RexP
Fry Eagles Fry
love love love seeing the bickering amongst the Eagle fans.
Two observations on this wonderful MON
Last 3 Home games DAL has outscored opponents 101-27. Could we actually be developing some sort of Home Field advantage?
Along with the Cam Newton cooldown, both D Murray and D Bailey need to be in the ROY discussion. What a difference both have made.
I don't make mistakes...just understandable bad choices
<3 Bailey
I no longer hold my breathe and cringe when we attempt a field goal. I believe most of his ko’s resulted in touchbacks as well.
you need Murray past the millenium mark to even get mentioned for RoY.
okay, that is becoming a closer possibility day by day, but it’s still some 300 yards plus change ahead.
Bailey? he’ll need more than 2 GW field goals, plus he does not really need to give the opposing team two returns past the 25 yarder a game.
by slowmotion80 on Nov 14, 2011 9:42 AM CST up reply actions
300 yards?
One good game like against the Rams and he’s almost there.LOL
More like three games at his current average per game.
Let’s see, he goes against the ’Skins (#18 with 120 rushing yards allowed per game), Dolphins (#10, 105 ypg), Cards (#21, 123 ypg), Giants twice (#20, 120 ypg), Bucs (#29, 138 ypg) and Eagles (#17, 120 ypg). No real run stopping powerhouses on the schedule ahead.
http://espn.go.com/nfl/statistics/team/_/stat/total/sort/rushingYardsPerGame/position/defense
I like his chances of having well over 1000 yards. He keeps averaging 100 per game and he could easily be 1300 yards before the season ends. Heck, I’d be ecstatic with anything over 1000 yards from a rookie that didn’t get many touches the first 5 games of the season.
Rabid and luvin' it
shouldn't be that difficult for him, yes.
i just hope that no bugs will bite him.
hell, back in 2005 or so the only reason Julius Jones did not have 1k in his rooke year was that he injured something (shoulder blade?) and essentially started to play at the ninth game of the season. and ha made some 990 yards or so in just eight games. but still, the bug bit him.
by slowmotion80 on Nov 15, 2011 6:11 AM CST up reply actions
I actually went into the kitchen for a refill when Bailey was lining up one of his kicks, without thinking twice about it.
I had to laugh when I realized how relaxed I was, and how tense field goals have made me over the last couple years. Normally I would’ve been glued to the TV until the ball hit the net and both refs hands went up.
A bonus came later in the night when Nick Folk missed a 24-yarder. It just put the finishing touches on an awesome day of football.
"No one ever accomplishes anything alone in football. We all like to think that we can, but that's just not true. It's always been a team game, always will be." - Tom Dempsey
"Leadership is getting someone to do what they don’t want to do, to achieve what they want to achieve." - Tom Landry
There is a story up on Yahoo about how horrible this week was for FG kickers in the NFL.
Funny, they didn’t mention Bailey or the Boys at all…..
Having attended 3 home Cowboys game this year
I’d say it has nothing to do with any Home Field advantage. Our crowd has been awful. I remember against the Seahawks thinking that it’s louder in my living room at home than at the stadium. It was just dead silent almost the entire game.
by KansasCowboy on Nov 14, 2011 3:22 PM CST up reply actions
I've attended 2 games at Cowboys Stadium and you're absolutely right
Worse fans in the league by far and away. It’s like they are watching a tennis match.
In Romo we Trust
My nephew was at the game and said the same.
He thinks the Dallas fans are too sophisticated to make noise.
It really is weird, and it is not the new stadium. Texas Stadium was the same way. Cowboys fans in hostile stadiums are more vocal than the home crowd
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Agreed
Romo definitely gets da game ball, imho.
Big Ups to #9!
But D-Murray gets my vote for runner up.
"Treat a person as he is, and he will remain as he is. Treat a person as if he were where he could be and should be, and he will become what he could be and should be." - Jimmy Johnson
Romo is the man and deservedly so
He will put up Rodgers type numbers this second half and it will be a thing of beauty to watch.
In Romo we Trust
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