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Cowboys Links: Jerry Jones Belief, Dez Bryant's Passion, Seahawks Challenge

Hopefully, everyone is ready to move on from the debacle of Sunday night. What happened Sunday night? Exactly. The Seattle Seahawks are coming to town this coming weekend, and if you thought the hysteria and disappointment that rained down on Monday was ugly... imagine a loss to the Seahawks.

There were still some lingering discussion yesterday in regards to the Philly game, so let's do a quick run down of the latest links of Cowboys goodness to help get you through your work day.

Jerry Jones gets testy in defending Cowboys, reiterates he is not worried | Star Telegram

Jones snapped that he just spent 10 minutes explaining his position then offered, "I think we’ll go right back. We just have to do that. In my life, I’ve stuck my head in the sand and not recognized and dwelled on the situation, because if you do, you’ll become the situation. I just want us to move on past this one." 

 "In my perspective, when we have a quarterback that’s healthy -- Romo -- that can play at the level that I believe he can play at, then I don’t think you ought to lower your expectations," Jones said when asked if fans should have championship expectations this season or understand that the Cowboys are in a rebuilding process.

Put the gloves on, Jerry! That's your quarterback!

More...

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Is Dez Bryant Becoming the Next Terrell Owens? | Yahoo! Sports

Myself personally, I'm more worried about the player that gets embarrassed on national TV and doesn't get emotional and frustrated, but to each his own. This writer makes the case some fans make as well, that Bryant is becoming a disruptive force based on what the network's producers have decided to show the public.

He wasn't really quiet on the field of play in the Eagles game though. Bryant never caught a pass until there was 6:50 remaining in the contest. He ran around the sidelines, yelling at anyone who would listen including his own receivers coach. He yelled so much, some players began to turn away. He threw his helmet. He went off on an official for not calling a pass interference call and later for not calling a holding penalty. He was a disruption on the sidelines.

Seahawks need a rare win at Big D to turn their season | CBS Sports

Seattle head coach Pete Carroll knows that he has a daunting task ahead of him; as his team sits at 2-5 on the year and four full games out of first place in the division. He hopes his team can right their ship against the 3-4 Dallas Cowboys this coming Sunday.

"So we've got to do it one day at a time and both sides of the ball. My meeting as well with the full team, we all addressed what's going on right now, what the issue is and how we want to get in focus, and we want to play like we're capable of playing and catch the balls we're supposed to catch and stay (onside) when we're supposed to stay (onside) and give ourselves a chance to play like we're capable of playing."

Seattle is 2-5 all-time on the road against the Cowboys, losing by an average margin of 27.8 points a game.

Seahawks 'D' Earns 'A' so far | The News Tribune

Seattle’s defense has allowed two touchdowns in the second half this season, the fewest in the NFL, and has given up just 33 points total in the final two quarters of games.

The Seahawks also remain stout against the run, giving up 3.16 yards per rush attempt, the best in the league. They rank 11th overall in rushing defense, giving up 102.9 yards a game.

Something stuck out to me on several occasions on Sunday night that I couldn't speak to because of the misery. I didn't think he was having an all-world game, but I did not see rookie center Jason Kelce "handling" Jay Ratliff as the announcer opined. PFF agrees and then some.

3-4 Defensive Front

Defensive Line:  Vaughn Martin, San Diego Chargers (+3.7), Jay Ratliff, Dallas Cowboys (+3.6) and Calais Campbell, Arizona Cardinals (+2.9)

We’ve got two very different types of 3-4 ends, with Martin putting in an excellent display in run defense and Campbell delivering the pressure (one sack, two hits, and three pressures). On the nose, Jay Ratliff may not have got to the QB (outside of one hit) but he did hurry Michael Vick five times.

Miles Austin on undrafted rookie RB Phillip Tanner | SportsDay DFW

"I have nothing but love for big Tanner," Austin said. "He is one of the first dudes here because I try to get here early, too, and he's always usually here a few minutes before me. But now that I know that, I'm going to have to start coming a little earlier. He's the man. He works hard every day. He's a professional. He's been treating it as professional as anyone could, especially coming in this year. He's a great teammate and a great player for us and he's doing awesome things."

Eagles Brent Celek: Cowboys Tried To Use Cover-2 | DMN

Celek also divulged that Eagles offensive coordinator Marty Mornhinweg warned his group that Cowboys defensive coordinator Rob Ryan has used a Cover-2 defense in the past against quarterback Michael Vick.

"And, man, that's exactly what they did the whole game," Celek said. "And we had Cover-2 beaters ready to get after them, and that's what we did. They tried to take away the outside with our skill guys and we had to work it in the middle of the field. So it was more on Jason [Avant] and I to work it there."

Ryan took blame for the loss and admitted after the game that [Eagles head coach] Andy Reid "was reading my mail. He kicked my [expletive]. I've just got to go back and work harder. I've got to be smarter than this."

Week 8 DVOA Ratings | Football Outsiders

Cowboys rank 16th overall, 15th in offense, 8th in defense and 26th in special teams.

Philadelphia Dismantles Rob Ryan's Defense | Advanced NFL Stats

 

Cowboys Dominate PFF's "Had A Bad Day" Week 8 Team | Pro Football Focus

Ugh. Jason Hatcher, Anthony Spencer, Keith Brooking And Bradie James all made the "cut".

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First to say it's time for Dez to put up or shut up.

The great Blaine Nye said,"It's not if you win or lose, it's who gets the blame"...........Lock n Load

by DIRE WOLF on Nov 2, 2011 1:09 PM CDT reply actions  

second to say

it’s time for our offensive coordinator to get this offense back on track. we’ve looked bad 2 of the last 3 games.

by qbfannn on Nov 2, 2011 1:12 PM CDT up reply actions  

first to second that

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 2, 2011 1:22 PM CDT up reply actions  

first to third that.

"I'm huunngray. I want some f**ken french tooast!"

by fs65 on Nov 2, 2011 5:21 PM CDT up reply actions  

First to say

In this thread DIRE WOL is talking out of his a$$ if he’s going to call out Dez.

Do you watch the games, or do you look at box scores, form an opinion asto what happened, and then roll with that?

"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 2, 2011 1:49 PM CDT via mobile up reply actions  

You must be one of those kids that supports Dez and players you have a crush on no matter what.

I watch the games and rewatch them, Dez is not getting open and not running good routes. Try watching the games with an open mind and not making excuses for a player that’s not producing. Nevermind this is above your head.

The great Blaine Nye said,"It's not if you win or lose, it's who gets the blame"...........Lock n Load

by DIRE WOLF on Nov 2, 2011 2:14 PM CDT up reply actions  

+1

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by stubabe on Nov 2, 2011 2:23 PM CDT up reply actions  

+2

Hey Washington... D.C. stands for Dallas Cowboys

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by Antonio S on Nov 2, 2011 2:23 PM CDT up reply actions  

+3

"I'm huunngray. I want some f**ken french tooast!"

by fs65 on Nov 2, 2011 5:23 PM CDT up reply actions  

It takes talented WRs three years to start playing consistently at a high level

Dez is already looking better than he did last season. He’s already getting respect from DBs by getting jammed and getting help over the top. That’s a sign that defenses understand how important and how good he is.

"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 2, 2011 2:26 PM CDT via mobile up reply actions  

Sure it takes time to become a WR in this league. They better respect him,

because when he does get involved in the game he will tear them a new ass. He’s not getting open and not running good routes at this point in his career, I’m pointing out facts not putting Dez down.

The great Blaine Nye said,"It's not if you win or lose, it's who gets the blame"...........Lock n Load

by DIRE WOLF on Nov 2, 2011 2:31 PM CDT up reply actions   1 recs

Then why is AJ Green doing well as a rookie? Why has any WR ever won rookie of the year?

Oh, I know Green and Percy Harvin are not talented. That’s why they were able to perform their rookie years instead of waiting until year 3.

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by fs65 on Nov 2, 2011 5:25 PM CDT up reply actions  

Aj Green is the only legit receiver on his roster

Percy Harvin is a slot receiver/punt returner who is a short threat, who also makes plays a hybrid RB.

Dez is more like Greg Jennings. Receivers like Dez and Jennings takes 3 years to develope.

"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 2, 2011 6:02 PM CDT via mobile up reply actions  

okay so he's done next season if he's not putting up numbers you expect from that position.

i look for L.Robinson to start getting some spans as the #2 if Dez keeps disappearing against slightly above average DBs.

Every team has a great gameplan until they get Punched in the Mouth. Sean Lee is a welcomed addition at ILB & Kegabear's prediction about Spencer looks spot on so far.

by DCNation73 on Nov 3, 2011 11:18 AM CDT up reply actions  

spans= snaps btu teh hmuan brain is gerate

Every team has a great gameplan until they get Punched in the Mouth. Sean Lee is a welcomed addition at ILB & Kegabear's prediction about Spencer looks spot on so far.

by DCNation73 on Nov 3, 2011 11:21 AM CDT up reply actions  

maybe dez needs to go back to slot rec pos.

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by demonbane on Nov 2, 2011 7:54 PM CDT up reply actions  

This is true humor.
not making excuses for a player that’s not producing

Would that include the coach , gm and owner as well ?

Jerry is the end all in Dallas.

by football mensa on Nov 3, 2011 3:02 AM CDT up reply actions  

well this shouldn't be any surprise to any fan of Dallas or 20+ teams that passed on him during the draft.

well said Dire but i just wanted to add the main question mark with this kid. there no doubt he has the talent to be a top 5 WR but is his head that much bigger then his brain.
 its not even the emotion, ripping people on the sidelines or any of the other little things networks use to make headlines or stories (which is why the NFL is #1 rated sport) its his lack of ability to produce on the field.
  dude needs to learn the playbook & how to play 4 quarters. it makes you wonder what he did all offseason (eating McDs & chilling?).

Every team has a great gameplan until they get Punched in the Mouth. Sean Lee is a welcomed addition at ILB & Kegabear's prediction about Spencer looks spot on so far.

by DCNation73 on Nov 3, 2011 11:16 AM CDT up reply actions  

How do you expect a player to produce when the ball isnt going there way?

Neither Dez or Miles had oppurtunities last week. I also have most national games recorded so when i have time i could go back an rewatch if i want to and theres a few things you can pick up that way. But unless you are at the games or are watching the same film as the cowboys then you cant really determine whether or not a wr is getting open based off the tv broadcast because you cannot see the whole field.

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by Deuce Black on Nov 3, 2011 8:21 PM CDT up reply actions  

third

win against the NFC West coming this weekend

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by MicThaRock on Nov 2, 2011 1:13 PM CDT reply actions  

last name "fail", first name "reply"

"A superhero in the flesh, even at my worst I'm the best."

by MicThaRock on Nov 2, 2011 1:14 PM CDT up reply actions  

sounds like a rap song i heard of

last name “ever” first name “greatest”. kids come up with the funniest things i ever heard.

Every team has a great gameplan until they get Punched in the Mouth. Sean Lee is a welcomed addition at ILB & Kegabear's prediction about Spencer looks spot on so far.

by DCNation73 on Nov 3, 2011 11:24 AM CDT up reply actions  

done with the eagles game

Seahawks have so much less pressure than Dallas on Sunday. God I hope we show up.

Pirates Vs. Ninjas? Psh......Cowboys, baby.

by oneinsider on Nov 2, 2011 1:15 PM CDT via mobile reply actions  

+1

no reason to hang onto games like Philly until after the season ends. thats when coaches evaluate the big picture.
 Dallas might have 2 players that are HoF calibur atm & will bring it every week no matter the scheme, score or situation.

Every team has a great gameplan until they get Punched in the Mouth. Sean Lee is a welcomed addition at ILB & Kegabear's prediction about Spencer looks spot on so far.

by DCNation73 on Nov 3, 2011 11:27 AM CDT up reply actions  

Garret needs to design plays to get Dez the ball

And Romo needs to give him more chances. Where are the slants? The deep balls? The jump balls. I love Dez fire, it would be no issue if we were winning. He’s FAAAAAAAAR from the problem.

Get this man the ball good things will happen

by CowboyWay on Nov 2, 2011 1:15 PM CDT via mobile reply actions  

Dez couldn't get off the line against Philly.

Blueprint for playing Dez is bump him on the LOS and he’ll take himself out of the game.

The great Blaine Nye said,"It's not if you win or lose, it's who gets the blame"...........Lock n Load

by DIRE WOLF on Nov 2, 2011 1:18 PM CDT up reply actions  

Yes he still has to work at his craft mainly that

But move him around, motion, slot reverses. Just get him the ball. There’s no excuse to why he should not be touching the ball more.

I see how other teams use their weapons at WR and it frustrates me how JG is so bland with Dez. He’s not facing press 100% of the game. Yes he needs to work at that but he can be used in different ways

by CowboyWay on Nov 2, 2011 1:21 PM CDT via mobile up reply actions  

Dez is only 22 and missed A LOT of time so far in this early part of his career. He's

one whole TC and part of last season’s plus injuries DURING the season. The kid is still learning at this level.

"This is a simple game, you throw the ball, you hit the ball, you catch the the ball, you got it?!"

by StrosSouth on Nov 2, 2011 1:26 PM CDT up reply actions  

Couldn't agree more.

The great Blaine Nye said,"It's not if you win or lose, it's who gets the blame"...........Lock n Load

by DIRE WOLF on Nov 2, 2011 2:26 PM CDT up reply actions  

I couldn't disagree more. If "only" being 22 is an excuse, how does any 22 year old rookie play well?

AJ Green is a rookie, he didn’t get a full off season this year either. And he is outperforming Dez with a rookie QB on the Cincinnati Bengals!

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by fs65 on Nov 2, 2011 5:35 PM CDT up reply actions  

And did AJ green miss almost an entire season of college ball? What type

of system did AJ play in in college? Not every 22 yr old becomes instant impact players right off the bat.

"This is a simple game, you throw the ball, you hit the ball, you catch the the ball, you got it?!"

by StrosSouth on Nov 2, 2011 5:38 PM CDT up reply actions  

Why?

Everything he said is true.

The great Blaine Nye said,"It's not if you win or lose, it's who gets the blame"...........Lock n Load

by DIRE WOLF on Nov 2, 2011 5:39 PM CDT up reply actions  

They are true, but they are also just excuses.

There are plenty of young rookies who have missed time or had injuries, but still performed better than Dez is.

All I am saying is stop making excuses because Dez may just not be what we think he is. Just because he is big and athletic does not mean he will be a success.

"I'm huunngray. I want some f**ken french tooast!"

by fs65 on Nov 2, 2011 5:43 PM CDT up reply actions  

How are the facts excuses?

"This is a simple game, you throw the ball, you hit the ball, you catch the the ball, you got it?!"

by StrosSouth on Nov 2, 2011 5:50 PM CDT up reply actions  

Because other 22 year olds with the EXACT same time and situations

due to injury or missed games have done better than him. How can you not see that?

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by fs65 on Nov 2, 2011 5:55 PM CDT up reply actions  

Im not saying there havent been but some folks just dont have

it click right away. Some people learn more by being on the field rather then in the classroom.

"This is a simple game, you throw the ball, you hit the ball, you catch the the ball, you got it?!"

by StrosSouth on Nov 2, 2011 5:58 PM CDT up reply actions  

If it's true, then it's not excuses, it's fact.

Another fact is Dez has a learning disorder and another fact is your last paragraph is true and that’s scary.

The great Blaine Nye said,"It's not if you win or lose, it's who gets the blame"...........Lock n Load

by DIRE WOLF on Nov 2, 2011 5:50 PM CDT up reply actions  

Now you see what I am talking about.

That learning disorder is the thing that is going to make or break him.

You can give me that fact all day and night, but stop with the “he is only 22 crap”.

"I'm huunngray. I want some f**ken french tooast!"

by fs65 on Nov 2, 2011 5:57 PM CDT up reply actions  

Why? His age is relevant here. Not every 22 yr old is just going

to suit up and light the NFL on fire. Glad none of us were your kids.

"This is a simple game, you throw the ball, you hit the ball, you catch the the ball, you got it?!"

by StrosSouth on Nov 2, 2011 5:59 PM CDT up reply actions  

First, I don't have kids. But we are not talking about raising children.

We are talking about men trying to succeed at being a NFL player. That is not a right, you have to earn it.

And I don’t expect Dez to light it on fire. But I am also allowed to compare him to other 22 year olds and say he is not as good as them. He is having trouble learning the playbook and runs sloppy routes.

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by fs65 on Nov 2, 2011 6:03 PM CDT up reply actions  

Hes doing what most 22 yr old WRs in this league do.

Hes struggling. Its to be expected of someone his age going up against older and more experienced players.

"This is a simple game, you throw the ball, you hit the ball, you catch the the ball, you got it?!"

by StrosSouth on Nov 2, 2011 6:08 PM CDT up reply actions  

you expected Dez to "light it up" or you wouldn't have a negative on the situation.

you can compare anyone to anything but its never going to be the exact sitatuins.
 i agree Dez doesn’t look great in routes or 100% in the playbook but he doesn’t lack the physical ability. Talent wise Dez is loaded & if Jimmy Robinson is what Garrett thinks he is then i expect Dez to get better the 2nd half of this season & next season would be more of breakout year.
 i remember another WR taken before Dez that draft & just how is he doing? that guy lacked the physical ability Dez had but had the edge in his football IQ. when combine the talent with ability to learn then you get a top 10 or top 5 pick.

Every team has a great gameplan until they get Punched in the Mouth. Sean Lee is a welcomed addition at ILB & Kegabear's prediction about Spencer looks spot on so far.

by DCNation73 on Nov 3, 2011 11:49 AM CDT up reply actions  

That are even more players who NEVER have success in the NFL

Please see Tony Mandarich and KiJana Carter and Ryan Leaf

"This is a simple game, you throw the ball, you hit the ball, you catch the the ball, you got it?!"

by StrosSouth on Nov 2, 2011 5:51 PM CDT up reply actions  

The list goes on for ever and the party never ends.

The great Blaine Nye said,"It's not if you win or lose, it's who gets the blame"...........Lock n Load

by DIRE WOLF on Nov 2, 2011 5:56 PM CDT up reply actions  

Exactly. And you need to start realizing that Dez could end up in the Mandarich category

instead of the Jerry Rice category.

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by fs65 on Nov 2, 2011 5:59 PM CDT up reply actions  

That can be said about every player every damn year too!

"This is a simple game, you throw the ball, you hit the ball, you catch the the ball, you got it?!"

by StrosSouth on Nov 2, 2011 6:00 PM CDT up reply actions  

Sure. But we are talking about Dez and although I am having this debate with you,

it is also with every Dez apologist and excuse maker that reads this.

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by fs65 on Nov 2, 2011 6:05 PM CDT up reply actions  

lol. Im debating with bc Im tired of all the haters and people

bad mouthing their own team. I just dont see how people can bad mouth a 22 yr. old kid whos giving it his all every game and is learning on the job. I didnt even know that he had a learning disability until today. Makes me think even more of this kid. Hes just young and raw right now. He was affected by the lockout this year prob. more than any other rookie/second year guy on our roster with ALL of the time he missed between college and injuries.

"This is a simple game, you throw the ball, you hit the ball, you catch the the ball, you got it?!"

by StrosSouth on Nov 2, 2011 6:12 PM CDT up reply actions  

How so?

if you wanna base off measurables Dez has an edge but at the end of the day the are both really good ball players

Ted Ginn. That is all
For you haters whenever the season start don't tell me how great I am just watch me because it's dedicated to you all...I know who you are -Dez Bryant

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by Deuce Black on Nov 3, 2011 8:26 PM CDT up reply actions  

AJ Green has 1,000s of reps over Dez

AJ Green went in the top 10 of a draft becuase of his level of talent, experience & the ability to handle the situation. Dez could of fell out the 1st round if it wasn’t Jerry taking a chance & there 2 totally different situations.

Every team has a great gameplan until they get Punched in the Mouth. Sean Lee is a welcomed addition at ILB & Kegabear's prediction about Spencer looks spot on so far.

by DCNation73 on Nov 3, 2011 11:38 AM CDT up reply actions  

Garrett, my favorite topic.

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by stubabe on Nov 2, 2011 2:25 PM CDT up reply actions  

exactly

Ted Ginn. That is all
For you haters whenever the season start don't tell me how great I am just watch me because it's dedicated to you all...I know who you are -Dez Bryant

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by Deuce Black on Nov 3, 2011 8:22 PM CDT up reply actions  

And i really don't understand why its such a problem for him

he is big and physical. This shouldn’t be his issue. I

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 2, 2011 1:26 PM CDT up reply actions  

Yup. Usually. Like 5% of the time.

American presidents are usually black, by the way. Oh, and the top card in the deck is usually an Ace. My God, Romo sucks.

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by CotySaxman on Nov 2, 2011 2:54 PM CDT via mobile up reply actions  

Exactly, which is why the receivers are always reaching back to grab the passes

If that is “one of his more accurate throws” could you list his less accurate throws? Please? Just for $h!ts and giggles

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by Seanrude on Nov 2, 2011 5:48 PM CDT up reply actions  

i will take a shot at it... the deep ball? where has that been since TO left.

Every team has a great gameplan until they get Punched in the Mouth. Sean Lee is a welcomed addition at ILB & Kegabear's prediction about Spencer looks spot on so far.

by DCNation73 on Nov 3, 2011 11:53 AM CDT up reply actions  

There was a plan to get Dez more involved by putting him to return punts.

However, you have to force the other team to punt first . . .

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by Tom Ryle on Nov 2, 2011 3:08 PM CDT up reply actions  

baddabing

The great Blaine Nye said,"It's not if you win or lose, it's who gets the blame"...........Lock n Load

by DIRE WOLF on Nov 2, 2011 3:16 PM CDT up reply actions  

Dez still has a long way to go

but to compare his attitude to T.O.’s is just flat out rediculous.

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 2, 2011 1:24 PM CDT reply actions  

If he is doing this at say 26/27 then maybe this talk is warranted but not at 22.

"This is a simple game, you throw the ball, you hit the ball, you catch the the ball, you got it?!"

by StrosSouth on Nov 2, 2011 1:26 PM CDT up reply actions  

I think rick carlisle said

…something along the lines of a coach can only blowup a few times a season before the team tunes him out and he becomes a resounding gong. If a veteran coach doesn’t get many blowups, then a second year player gets one at most. Dez should take note and shut his mouth.

by redandy on Nov 2, 2011 9:40 PM CDT up reply actions  

what has Dez done thats soooooo bad?

"This is a simple game, you throw the ball, you hit the ball, you catch the the ball, you got it?!"

by StrosSouth on Nov 2, 2011 9:59 PM CDT up reply actions  

Agreed

Here goes the media trying to create a monster. Dez loves this game, fans and teammates. He respect all those way more than TO. Just a stupid comparison.

by CowboyWay on Nov 2, 2011 1:26 PM CDT via mobile up reply actions  

Do you guys remember those stupid reverses TO use to get?

JG found ways like that to get TO the ball and he was horrible at them. Dez would be muh more effective. Screens? Slants? Work him into the game he is no Joe Shmoe.

by CowboyWay on Nov 2, 2011 1:29 PM CDT via mobile up reply actions  

Its just this simple

When Dallas loses he is compared to T.O.

When they win, his attitude is compared to Michael Irvin

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 2, 2011 1:39 PM CDT reply actions  

Dez is not a good route runner at this point in his career, Romo probably doesn'y trust him.

Not having an off season hurt him maybe more than anyone on the team.

The great Blaine Nye said,"It's not if you win or lose, it's who gets the blame"...........Lock n Load

by DIRE WOLF on Nov 2, 2011 1:44 PM CDT up reply actions  

Often enough to not be the limiting factor

My most recent fanpost:
http://www.bloggingtheboys.com/2011/10/2/2464242/sean-lee-its-all-in-the-helmet

by CotySaxman on Nov 2, 2011 2:55 PM CDT via mobile up reply actions  

Vince

It seems like the announcers never really know what’s going on—sometimes even ones who have played before.

by Cowboys Dominance on Nov 2, 2011 1:48 PM CDT reply actions  

I dont think

this Seahawks game is a walk in the park. They’re going to give the Boys a very good fight.

by Dub_TC on Nov 2, 2011 2:00 PM CDT reply actions  

Depends which Cowboys team shows up

If they play like last week, they’re obviously in trouble. If they play like the previous 6 games, they’ll blow out the Seahawks like they did the Rams.

In Romo we Trust

by Terry on Nov 2, 2011 2:09 PM CDT up reply actions  

"depends on which Cowboys team shows up"

i took a look at the roster over the last 3 years & theres a lot of new faces playing huge roles. when you throw a bunch of young talented kids in the fire your going to get games like Philly. look around at all the new things that happened this season, 3/5 of the OL replaced with young players, not only Felix getting his shot but think about the 2 rookies that are starting in his place (our #2 Rb is a undrafted rookie), S.Lee, Hatch, Lissemore, Bennett, Phillips, a Kicker, Brent, Dez being the #2, Ogletree, Jenkins, Scandrick, Rob Ryan & all kinds of position coaches on both sides the ball. new additions like Dockery, L.Robinson, Coleman & Elam don’t just start on fire even if they know the coaches scheme.
 people need to understand how many young players Dallas is counting on & this why we see 2 different teams. heck sometimes we see a different team quarter to quarter or 1st to 2nd half.

Every team has a great gameplan until they get Punched in the Mouth. Sean Lee is a welcomed addition at ILB & Kegabear's prediction about Spencer looks spot on so far.

by DCNation73 on Nov 3, 2011 12:20 PM CDT up reply actions  

We had better win

I just recieved my brand new G-III Dallas Cowboys wool blend jacket that I paid $179 dollars plus shipping for.

by @Tonekupone on Nov 2, 2011 2:12 PM CDT reply actions  

Move receivers around

Is it me or do we not ever put our WRs in motion. Best way to free up someone off of tight press is to move them around the formation and put them in motion. Not sure why we aren’t doing things like that

by Nardfather on Nov 2, 2011 2:22 PM CDT reply actions  

Thanks for the rundwn, K.D.

The Seattle run defense stat is enlightening AND troubling.

" Ever tried. Ever failed. No matter. Try again. Fail again. Fail better. "
Samuel Beckett
"There is no cause for concern" Jerry Jones

by stubabe on Nov 2, 2011 2:32 PM CDT reply actions  

Bad teams beat good teams every once in a while.

Bad teams beat average teams more than every once in a while. Dallas better be careful, a lost to the Seabags would about kill it for the Boys this year.

The great Blaine Nye said,"It's not if you win or lose, it's who gets the blame"...........Lock n Load

by DIRE WOLF on Nov 2, 2011 2:40 PM CDT reply actions  

Giants lost to Seattle at home

Are they a contender?

Cowboys and Longhorns - getting up off the turf to win another day.
Spurs? It's football season!

by hookerhome on Nov 2, 2011 3:44 PM CDT up reply actions  

Well....................yes, yes they are.

The great Blaine Nye said,"It's not if you win or lose, it's who gets the blame"...........Lock n Load

by DIRE WOLF on Nov 2, 2011 3:51 PM CDT up reply actions  

The only thing that is keeping our season alive

is the fact that the other NFC East teams havent played their hardest games yet. Everyone bitches about Romo’s stupid decisions but at this point I would rather have him Favre the season away. At least the games would be interesting. Our offense is just down right boring. If Garrett is going to coach to lose the game lets at least turn the game in to a shoot out. Could care less if Romo throws 6 picks. Lets just get the damn ball moving some how for crying out loud.

by xQuinnx on Nov 2, 2011 2:57 PM CDT reply actions  

You need to watch Arena Football.

The great Blaine Nye said,"It's not if you win or lose, it's who gets the blame"...........Lock n Load

by DIRE WOLF on Nov 2, 2011 3:02 PM CDT up reply actions  

You need to get a clue chief.

Maybe then you’d see Dez isn’t the reason for his production slipping.

by xQuinnx on Nov 2, 2011 3:16 PM CDT up reply actions  

Oh ok, chief.

Sigh

The great Blaine Nye said,"It's not if you win or lose, it's who gets the blame"...........Lock n Load

by DIRE WOLF on Nov 2, 2011 3:17 PM CDT up reply actions  

I like Dez but i try to be realistic about his current state of development

What I really don’t get is why Miles is not being involved. Look at his monster game vs San Fran. Why are the fans not screaming to get him the ball 10 times a game at least.

by playactionman on Nov 2, 2011 4:48 PM CDT via mobile up reply actions  

Got me.

There is something about Dez that mesmerizes mostly the younger fans . They can’t admit to themself he’s just not that good right now. It’s the coaches or QB’s fault, or somebody, but it can’t be Dez’ fault.

The great Blaine Nye said,"It's not if you win or lose, it's who gets the blame"...........Lock n Load

by DIRE WOLF on Nov 2, 2011 5:06 PM CDT up reply actions  

I'm not defending anyone, but I don't have a hard on for Dez either.

He’s a Cowboy so I hope he turns into the WR people think can be, but I also know there a chance he turns out to be a bust.

The great Blaine Nye said,"It's not if you win or lose, it's who gets the blame"...........Lock n Load

by DIRE WOLF on Nov 2, 2011 6:00 PM CDT up reply actions  

Theres a chance that every player we draft becomes a bust too. Please

see our last few drafts.

"This is a simple game, you throw the ball, you hit the ball, you catch the the ball, you got it?!"

by StrosSouth on Nov 2, 2011 6:02 PM CDT up reply actions  

Only about 50% of the draft choices make it, and that's on the high side.

The great Blaine Nye said,"It's not if you win or lose, it's who gets the blame"...........Lock n Load

by DIRE WOLF on Nov 2, 2011 6:04 PM CDT up reply actions  

See, that's the thing. I don't have a hard on against Dez.

My problem is with his apologists on here.

"I'm huunngray. I want some f**ken french tooast!"

by fs65 on Nov 2, 2011 6:07 PM CDT up reply actions  

Well im not making excuses just stating the facts as they are.

"This is a simple game, you throw the ball, you hit the ball, you catch the the ball, you got it?!"

by StrosSouth on Nov 2, 2011 6:13 PM CDT up reply actions  

lol

The great Blaine Nye said,"It's not if you win or lose, it's who gets the blame"...........Lock n Load

by DIRE WOLF on Nov 2, 2011 4:12 PM CDT up reply actions  

i am pretty sure Dallas has the easiest shedule left.

Every team has a great gameplan until they get Punched in the Mouth. Sean Lee is a welcomed addition at ILB & Kegabear's prediction about Spencer looks spot on so far.

by DCNation73 on Nov 3, 2011 12:21 PM CDT up reply actions  

I realize we're in the business, and the business is #winning

But I’d rather be Mike Martz than John Fox.

I take back everything I’ve said. I don’t care about running the ball, I don’t care about our shoddy defense. I don’t care about the goddamn kicker.

So frustrating watching the Boys in the Romo era.

Time to pull out the SexyRexy routine. Next time Romo and the offense take the field…Eff It, Let’s Go Deep.

Smiles ahead

by accidental innuendo on Nov 2, 2011 4:28 PM CDT reply actions  

they dont listen to us !

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.

by demonbane on Nov 2, 2011 8:12 PM CDT reply actions  

It's frustrating...

that Murray averaged 11 or so YPC last week in the loss, but the Eagles got out to such a quick start that running the ball just wasn’t much of an option. Controlling the pace of the game is so important to this team. I feel like teams are catching on to the fact that we like to get Dez involved early (see the Jets game where he embarrassed their secondary early), so they press and double him, then he’s wore out by the second half because he’s giving his all and trying to run through double teams. JG needs to get more creative with how he gets his talented players the ball. Seems like Romo just looks for Witten in the second half no matter what.

And I agree, where is Miles? Seems he’s been a bit hurt and they aren’t telling us, but he needs to show up. He is still the #1 guy here, and he needs to start acting like it. If we can get out ahead early then we can control the game with Murray and a decent passing game, but I feel like when we play catch up that we become very predictable and then that’s all she wrote.

Cowboys pride in the Mountain State

by WVCowboys_Fan on Nov 3, 2011 2:34 AM CDT reply actions  

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