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Leonard Davis, Kris Brown Cowboys' First Cap Casualties

In a report from Calvin Watkins and Todd Archer, an unnamed source reports that Cowboys' right guard Leonard Davis has been cut. As OCC reported earlier today, Jerry Jones invited several players to Valley Ranch this morning to inform them that they shouldn't bother to pack their bags for training camp. Marc Columbo reportedly met with Jones, but has thus far escaped the axe (although I'd be wiling to be he's a goner as soon as Dallas signs Doug Free). Apparently, Davis was not so lucky.

Technically, Davis may be less a cap casualty than a necessary cut as Jason Garrett works to mold the team in his image. Last year, Davis was routinely beaten by quicker tackles, particularly in the first half of the season. It got to be such a problem, you'll recall that he was replaced by Montrae Holland in the game against Tennessee. Scouts have noted that Davis, among other problems, no longer "fired out" on the snap; rather, his first move was usually up, so that he was offering his body to opposing defensive tackles.

Now, questions abound about the Cowboys' offensive line, where only Andre Gurode and rookie Tyron Smith can be safely penciled in as starters. It should be interesting...

Also: the Cowboys have kicked Kris Brown to the curb, a move prompted by their apparent signing of UDFA kicker Dan Bailey. Brown was a considerably more expensive option, slated to make almost a million dollar in 2011.

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Kris Brown too.

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by JimmyK on Jul 26, 2011 12:08 PM CDT reply actions  

not a cap casualty

Kris Brown was a UDFA signing casualty

by faenix on Jul 26, 2011 12:10 PM CDT up reply actions  

He was both. Was set to make $865,000. Modest savings, but it helps.

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by JimmyK on Jul 26, 2011 12:12 PM CDT up reply actions  

Yeah, Cowboys signed him late last year.

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by JimmyK on Jul 26, 2011 12:25 PM CDT up reply actions  

maybe

opens the door for Akers? Hopefully?

by Dub_TC on Jul 26, 2011 12:22 PM CDT up reply actions  

If they did, that would probably be the end of Buehler. Akers is going to want to get paid though.

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by JimmyK on Jul 26, 2011 12:25 PM CDT up reply actions  

Why are the eagles letting him go?

He looked shaky in the playoff game

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by Antonio S on Jul 26, 2011 12:26 PM CDT up reply actions  

Akers and his agent bitched about getting the transition tag, so they drafted Alex Henery.

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by JimmyK on Jul 26, 2011 12:48 PM CDT up reply actions  

I doubt it

Bailey is the K competition for Buehler and they could end up keeping 2 Ks again because their skill sets complement each other well… Bailey is very accurate but not strong leg or kickoff specialist. Active rosters are 46 this season, so 46th guy can be specialist not just 3rd QB

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by scottmaui on Jul 26, 2011 12:35 PM CDT up reply actions  

Coboys save $6 million in cap space with the move

according to Calvin Watkins. Seems some provision in the CBA generates a higher cap saving than initially anticipated.

by One.Cool.Customer on Jul 26, 2011 12:10 PM CDT reply actions  

Hmmmm

Didn’t someone at BTB talk about some strange cap help that might occur under new agreement? HAHA

If this is the case, then we could see some more moves like Barber (starting to sound official) and even Roy depending on how much room is saved. Looks like most teams are cleaning house with the opportunities of the new CBA.

might be why there are so few FA signings today, everyone is still elarning and massaging the cap rules and deciding who they cut and waiting to see how is cut before signing someone new.

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by Kegbearer on Jul 26, 2011 12:47 PM CDT up reply actions  

I think the original rumors of the cap exception for veterans turned out not to be true

the owners may have been trying to get it but only got the ability to “borrow” $3M from next year’s cap

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by scottmaui on Jul 26, 2011 12:57 PM CDT up reply actions  

This might sound like a dumb question

but will Smith actually start right away? I think they’d like to work him in slowly, but then again he’s a top 10 pick…so you’d like him to contribute right away.

by danielcp0303 on Jul 26, 2011 12:12 PM CDT reply actions  

He has to

not many top 10 picks sit on the bench.

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by Antonio S on Jul 26, 2011 12:16 PM CDT up reply actions  

Guess it's just worrying

having a rookie in front of Romo, but he’s gotta learn sometime

by danielcp0303 on Jul 26, 2011 12:17 PM CDT up reply actions  

With a lights-out D

And a whole lot of luck.

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by TexaninNYC on Jul 26, 2011 1:06 PM CDT up reply actions  

I say play the young guys.

How well did the old vets do for us last year?

by jazzbo251 on Jul 26, 2011 1:12 PM CDT up reply actions  

did see the luck part with the Packers

perhaps you have them confused with the Steelers

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by dave33 on Jul 26, 2011 1:17 PM CDT up reply actions  

*didn't

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by dave33 on Jul 26, 2011 1:17 PM CDT up reply actions  

Maybe luck's not the right word...

How about “getting hot at the right time.”

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by TexaninNYC on Jul 26, 2011 2:13 PM CDT up reply actions  

That's not luck

That’s what winning a Superbowl is all about.

by witten82 on Jul 26, 2011 9:38 PM CDT up reply actions  

Pittsburgh did it at center last year and got to the SB

I think Smith will be very good at RT this year.

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by Biph on Jul 26, 2011 4:19 PM CDT up reply actions  

I wonder how all of this will affect Free Reign…

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by Nelson... on Jul 26, 2011 12:16 PM CDT reply actions  

Cutting members of Free Reign is essential to letting Free reign as the best Cowboy OL for years to come.

by starmesh23 on Jul 26, 2011 12:22 PM CDT via mobile up reply actions   3 recs

sad but true, ...

hard to believe that Corey Proctor will be the last band member employee’d by the Cowboys.

by eightball on Jul 26, 2011 12:42 PM CDT up reply actions  

yes since last season

he was the first member of FR to go

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by scottmaui on Jul 26, 2011 1:05 PM CDT up reply actions  

Dez Bryant

Just tweeted he is on his way to San Antonio for training camp

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by Antonio S on Jul 26, 2011 12:18 PM CDT reply actions  

Oh good......Glad to hear he's safe.

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by Pnut Gallery on Jul 26, 2011 12:26 PM CDT up reply actions  

Looks as if the OL will be markedly different.

If Colombo goes and the odds are he will, they most likely have their eyes set on a FA replacement, but who knows, maybe JG will go with youth from the roster.

by pfloyd1 on Jul 26, 2011 12:18 PM CDT reply actions  

maybe released and resigned?

Any chance JJ would have him early to tell him being cut but would like to bring back at significant reduction and back up and mentor. Sure loved his tenacity and butt kickin when his knees worked. What’s his cap hit for 2011?

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by nikeorlipstick on Jul 26, 2011 12:31 PM CDT up reply actions  

That thought crossed my mind but this is a JG decision

so it’s probably unlikely. If they sustain injuries early, maybe, but I’ll bet someone will sign him as the Steelers signed Flo last year.

by pfloyd1 on Jul 26, 2011 12:35 PM CDT up reply actions  

speaking of...

Flozell will be a cap casualty for Steelers. If Marc C is gone, any chance Flo comes back on the seriously cheap to finish his career here and be a back-up. no clue if he would make a good mentor but he dang sure can’t be worse than Alex Barron(who I realize won’t be back but not sure about the other young guys that will stay)

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by nikeorlipstick on Jul 26, 2011 12:38 PM CDT up reply actions  

I never fully understood dumping Flo even though Free was ready.

Flo could have played right tackle and in rerospect we were so thin at tackle last year, we should have kept him. The money had to be a big factor in his release. As for this year he’d have to sign for the Veteran minimum or they’ll sign another younger FA tackle.

by pfloyd1 on Jul 26, 2011 12:43 PM CDT up reply actions  

If he would, should they?

If this is the year of the kid, wouldn’t we be better to bring back a Vet minimum guy that knows the system, and I assume well respected by the coaches, that is insurance rather than a higher priced FA that is a mercenary on loan (i.e. progress stopper). Flo, for all the penalties, was pretty reliable for this team and it would be nice to see him retire a Cowboy.

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by nikeorlipstick on Jul 26, 2011 12:46 PM CDT up reply actions  

i hate to trash players because they are humans too

but BIG L looked like a fat slob the last couple of years. as soon as he got out of arizona it seems like he aged an extra ten years in dallas

last year he played because dallas had no depth and i dont know if people gave him a pass because of how bad flozell looked next to him his final days and how terrible barron was at the start of this year

he had no lateral quickness, no first step explosion. it was impossible to run up the middle because he always got beat. and if the defense ran a simple DT twist then it was over for romo

but now its free world order for mr davis and the cowboys

also i expect them to cut either newman or roy. with the plethora of free agents available at those two positions they will be insane to not replace either.

MBIII may be hanging around after all if he shows anything in training camp

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by starbury_to_s-jaxci2000 on Jul 26, 2011 12:19 PM CDT reply actions  

Problem is cutting Roy actually costs cap money, rather than saving any

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by scottmaui on Jul 26, 2011 12:37 PM CDT up reply actions  

well it seems that didnt stop jerry

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by starbury_to_s-jaxci2000 on Jul 26, 2011 5:57 PM CDT up reply actions  

What's the deal with Robert Brewster?

Haven’t heard anything about him recently. Still on the roster? Healthy? Last I remember he tore a peck muscle and was out his rookie year, but not sure what happened to him last season? Apologize if Robert is long gone and I’m not aware.

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by GonzoBallSHU on Jul 26, 2011 12:20 PM CDT reply actions  

Had that pectoral injury his rookie year

That really slowed down his progression. He already needed a lot of strength & conditioning, and the injury really set him back. I think he should be moved to guard, but he is still around right now.

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by Kegbearer on Jul 26, 2011 12:43 PM CDT up reply actions  

Rookie injury (I think) to Pectoral

That really slowed down his progression. He already needed a lot of strength & conditioning, and the injury really set him back. I think he should be moved to guard, but he is still around right now.

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by Kegbearer on Jul 26, 2011 12:44 PM CDT up reply actions  

Marion Barber may have just been cut

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NBC5 ran the license plate. Mystery player in Benz was Marion Barber, who might have just left Valley Ranch for the last time.

by tmacie86 on Jul 26, 2011 12:23 PM CDT reply actions  

When did Rupert start working for Jerry?

… they are about the same age, after all.

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by GonzoBallSHU on Jul 26, 2011 12:35 PM CDT up reply actions  

Thank God.

Never was the same player after payday. Hello sidelines!

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by GonzoBallSHU on Jul 26, 2011 12:33 PM CDT up reply actions  

Who's to blame?

4 years ago (maybe 5 now) everyone loved his spark when he came in for Julius Jones and now out on a rail. What was his undoing? His body couldn’t take the hits that he delivered earlier and that happened to coincide with JJ paying him the big bucks? Did he get the big bucks and shut it down? Just not RKG? or D) all of the above, In hindsight (like most times) he’s a guy we should have sold high.

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by nikeorlipstick on Jul 26, 2011 12:36 PM CDT up reply actions  

D

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by GonzoBallSHU on Jul 26, 2011 12:37 PM CDT up reply actions  

Adam Shefter reports on Barber's release.

Anyone else wondering why Romo's talking to the media about the "Secret Practices"?

by Feeling Blue & Silver on Jul 26, 2011 12:41 PM CDT up reply actions  

Cowboys reportedly sign UDFA WR Raymond Radway, ACU

I’m an ACU (Abilene Christian, D2) alum, and word (out of ACU, at least) is the Cowboys have signed or are targeting their WR Radway, 6’3, 195. Maybe just a camp body, but this kid has good size and can burn – 4x All-American in track, NCAA D2 champ in the 400m. Nice guy, and we have the same birthday/alma mater so I’m hopeful for him.

Also, this is my first post here on BTB. Glad to be joining such a great community of fans who bleed blue and silver like me. Go Cowboys!

by KeyOfZ on Jul 26, 2011 12:36 PM CDT via mobile reply actions   1 recs

welcome!

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by scottmaui on Jul 26, 2011 12:38 PM CDT up reply actions  

Great to have you Key

Anyone else wondering why Romo's talking to the media about the "Secret Practices"?

by Feeling Blue & Silver on Jul 26, 2011 12:42 PM CDT up reply actions  

When did you graduate?

I’m an ACU alum as well.

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by TK19 on Jul 26, 2011 12:48 PM CDT up reply actions  

Finished my BS in 2009

I’m actually about to finish a graduate degree there too. What about you?

by KeyOfZ on Jul 26, 2011 1:03 PM CDT up reply actions  

Finished my BS Dec 2009

small world, welcome to BTB always good to have some people talk up the Wildcats. Hope Radway and possibly Manning find their way onto the Cowboy roster.

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by TK19 on Jul 26, 2011 1:08 PM CDT up reply actions  

Small world for sure

And thanks for the welcome. I’d love to see Manning in Big D. He may have lost a step, but I will never forget watching him block a field goal and return it for a TD in 2005.

by KeyOfZ on Jul 26, 2011 1:25 PM CDT up reply actions  

this makes a lot of sense

The Cowboys are trying to collect a fleet of big receivers like the Chargers have.

Why not take a chance on a guy who’s 6-3 and has good wheels?

by rabblerousr on Jul 26, 2011 1:08 PM CDT up reply actions  

He's a good athlete with potential, but...

Draft stock suffered from a relatively poor pro day at ACU. Ran an “official” 4.52 after burning an “unofficial” 4.3 early. 10’9" broad jump, vertical just a shade under 40". In 2009, he played one game and caught 2 passes – both of which were 30+ yd TDs – before breaking his hand. Talent is there. Hopefully he gets some chances with Roy out of the fold.

by KeyOfZ on Jul 26, 2011 1:21 PM CDT up reply actions  

newbie rec....

Here’s a theoretical play from last year: Snap. Tony takes 7 step drop. Tony looks left at Miles, who is doubled, and looks right to where Roy Williams should be…but instead sees Colombo on his back and a Defensive End foaming at the mouth jumping over Marc’s carcass. Tony proceeds to run like hell and look for Witten
-by CotySaxman on Jul 11, 2011 7:50 AM PDT

Am I the most optimistic Cowboys fan in the World? No, but I have a contract hit out on the guy that is....

by I am Ironman!!! on Jul 26, 2011 3:34 PM CDT up reply actions  

Newman is reportedly safe.

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by JimmyK on Jul 26, 2011 12:39 PM CDT up reply actions  

I realize we are paying him a lot of money

but shouldn’t we have his replacement lined up before we start talking about cutting him? Our secondary is bad enough as it is.

by TheAnsah on Jul 26, 2011 12:47 PM CDT up reply actions  

I don't think he would

For some reason I just don’t think TNew is the guy that will restructure to help the team. Good chance he’s gone next year and he knows the Cowboys a) don’t have 3 starting caliber corners on the team if he’s gone and b)need to spend their limited FA dollars on Free, safety/safeties and DE so probably won’t pursue even a mid level FA corner. I think he has them over a barrel, not as big as the one Free has them over though

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by nikeorlipstick on Jul 26, 2011 12:55 PM CDT up reply actions  

The basic restructuring

actually would be good for Newman, too.

It’s the 3rd move the Cowboys can make detailed in my post

by Requiem on Jul 26, 2011 3:14 PM CDT up reply actions  

not moving to S

but could restructure

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by scottmaui on Jul 26, 2011 12:59 PM CDT up reply actions  

if jerry jones is hesitent to overpay for Free shouldn't that be a red flag to the league

They seem convinced he is a RT after drafting Smith. Jerry always overpays. Maybe we shouldn’t seem so devastated that Jerry is spending wisely. After all he will spend to the cap, its not like he will be looking to save money with all these cuts.

With the drafting of so much OL, the drafting of Murrey, and the hire of Garret, the Boys seem to be focused on the long run. Might be a rough year though. Better bone up heavily on Fantasy Football

by Becho on Jul 26, 2011 12:36 PM CDT reply actions  

I think the days of cheap RT's are over

They may never get what LT’s are paid, but look at what happened to Barron last year when the Skins moved Orakpo to the left side.

by pfloyd1 on Jul 26, 2011 12:49 PM CDT up reply actions  

That doesnt deny the point though

This isnt typical Jerry, unless of course we hear of a 7 year 100 million dollar deal for Free this weekend.

by Becho on Jul 26, 2011 12:52 PM CDT up reply actions  

yeah i was being sarcastic

you never know though. if there is some garbage years at the end, that number could be close.

by Becho on Jul 26, 2011 1:01 PM CDT up reply actions  

Barber cut official, per Schefter.

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by GonzoBallSHU on Jul 26, 2011 12:38 PM CDT reply actions  

no surprise at all

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by scottmaui on Jul 26, 2011 12:42 PM CDT up reply actions  

Schefter Tweet

Barber got cut

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by Antonio S on Jul 26, 2011 12:38 PM CDT reply actions  

Barber cut

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by JimmyK on Jul 26, 2011 12:38 PM CDT reply actions  

Gonna look different this year

When can other teams talk to Free? Can that be happening now or is it tomorrow. This may be the year of the young kids(except Roy Williams). bumpy ride but better in long run

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by nikeorlipstick on Jul 26, 2011 12:41 PM CDT up reply actions  

anyone can talk to him

rumors of a window for teams to talk to their own players ended up not being true

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by scottmaui on Jul 26, 2011 12:43 PM CDT up reply actions  

He’s already talking away, I’m sure.

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by JimmyK on Jul 26, 2011 12:44 PM CDT up reply actions  

But for the record

He was apparently the first player to show up at Valley Ranch today.

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by Kegbearer on Jul 26, 2011 12:48 PM CDT up reply actions  

And how much does the Barber cut save?

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by GonzoBallSHU on Jul 26, 2011 12:39 PM CDT reply actions  

4.75M

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by GonzoBallSHU on Jul 26, 2011 12:54 PM CDT up reply actions  

They still have 8M to go.

Gotta believe T-New is next, 8M, assuming Colombo stays. That’ll get them under the cap.

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by GonzoBallSHU on Jul 26, 2011 12:54 PM CDT up reply actions  

T-New leaving wold shock me.

There;s nobody to replace him.

If you think Scandrick can fill his shoes…shudder

by rabblerousr on Jul 26, 2011 1:10 PM CDT up reply actions  

I think he can....

I think he can….I think he can….I think he can….I think he can….I think he can….I think he can….

Here’s a theoretical play from last year: Snap. Tony takes 7 step drop. Tony looks left at Miles, who is doubled, and looks right to where Roy Williams should be…but instead sees Colombo on his back and a Defensive End foaming at the mouth jumping over Marc’s carcass. Tony proceeds to run like hell and look for Witten
-by CotySaxman on Jul 11, 2011 7:50 AM PDT

Am I the most optimistic Cowboys fan in the World? No, but I have a contract hit out on the guy that is....

by I am Ironman!!! on Jul 26, 2011 3:36 PM CDT up reply actions  

The OLine

Rumors were Colombo was going to be released (stated by his agent) but now news is the Cowboys are trying to work out a deal with Colombo (probably as a backup and insurance in case the worst happens and we lose Free)

I heard teh Giants are releasing Seubert OG/C. I told the person who informed me that the Cowboys should release Bigg and sign Seubert and Kosier (combined for likely less money). I then heard about Bigg. Seems like the ‘Boys will target OG’s in FA market.

Side ntoe: Sounds like Barber is the next guy up to the gallows (not that it’s surprising)

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by Kegbearer on Jul 26, 2011 12:42 PM CDT reply actions  

Marc or Flo coming back

They both know the system, either possibly sign for vet minimum, doesn’t seem like their egos would prevent them from backing up, and both could be role models to younger guys, albeit about different things.

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by nikeorlipstick on Jul 26, 2011 12:51 PM CDT up reply actions  

the Cowboys save 4.75 million by cutting Barber according to Rotoworld

by Nate Trumble on Jul 26, 2011 12:54 PM CDT reply actions  

too bad Jerry could not go after him....

but I think the Cheatriots franchised him right? Either way, smart move by Belicheat and New England, Mankins is a beast.

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by Caliboy34 on Jul 26, 2011 12:58 PM CDT up reply actions  

here we go

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Jason Garrett is officially in charge. RT @ESPNDallas: Multiple sources: Cowboys to release Roy Williams. Story to come.

by DemonsFire on Jul 26, 2011 1:09 PM CDT reply actions  

Lol...was just about to ask "what about Roy?"

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by Caliboy34 on Jul 26, 2011 1:10 PM CDT up reply actions  

wow,turning into " day of the long knives" ,

Jerry like a madman " cutting away ".

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by scotscowboyfan on Jul 26, 2011 1:12 PM CDT up reply actions  

This will look like a different team

if Roy, Davis and Barber are gone. All 3 highly paid, all 3 underperformed last year. Sends a message to team, play hard and play well, or go play somewhere else.

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by TK19 on Jul 26, 2011 1:13 PM CDT up reply actions   1 recs

it really makes my day

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Multiple sources: Cowboys to release Roy Williams. Story to come.

by DemonsFire on Jul 26, 2011 1:12 PM CDT reply actions  

yes!!!

If I didn’t have shoulder surgery two weeks ago, I would be dancing.

I haven’t had time to pay attention to all the CBA stuff, how is this possible? I’ve seen multiple posts saying we’d lose money, or gain very little by cutting these guys?

Happy Roy and Bigg are gone. Barber gave this team his all, but unfortunately I believe he was stuck in a role not suited for him, and his body just took too many hits. Still, I wish him luck as long as he goes outside the NFCEast

by foyesboys on Jul 26, 2011 1:30 PM CDT up reply actions  

I won't lie

Glad Davis is gone. So those who thought he was pretty good… There’s your answer.

To me this means they are determined to re-sign Free. Otherwise this is a ton of potential shake-up. Or maybe I just want to believe…

Don't believe everything you think.

by dunkman on Jul 26, 2011 1:14 PM CDT via mobile reply actions  

Have to do some " chopping" before you go " shopping " dunk .. :)

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by scotscowboyfan on Jul 26, 2011 1:16 PM CDT up reply actions  

Yup.

I remember several jumping to his defense. He saves a mean baby duck, but he doesn’t cut it on the OL anymore.

Rabid and luvin' it

by lonewolfz28 on Jul 26, 2011 1:27 PM CDT up reply actions  

its still a ton of potential shake up

JG+ RKP= wins….we have cut nothing that we couldnt or probaly alreay have replacments for

by DemonsFire on Jul 26, 2011 1:16 PM CDT reply actions  

I mean its sad

when u r excited about who you cut as who u might pick up

by DemonsFire on Jul 26, 2011 1:18 PM CDT reply actions  

not sad ,it's proof that Coach Garrett has a plan,

if you don’t fit with his philosophy then ,Get the hell outta here !!.

Continuous effort - not strength or intelligence - is the key to unlocking our potential.
Winston Churchill
Go Cowboys!!

by scotscowboyfan on Jul 26, 2011 1:20 PM CDT up reply actions  

you r soooo right

calvinwatkins Calvin Watkins
You want to know who got cut, if u didnt get a email from Garrett about the train camp sked u were gone. Marion Barber didnt get 1

by DemonsFire on Jul 26, 2011 1:24 PM CDT up reply actions  

Never been a fan of Roy Willy...

But him getting cut has to mean there are some cap provisions in the CBA we don’t know about, right? I can’t see RHG wanting to add to add to our cap problems just to make a point.

by TheBlueBaron on Jul 26, 2011 1:24 PM CDT reply actions  

I can see him doing that

He has a no excuses mindset.

But I still believe that the new CBA saved us money here.

by CotySaxman on Jul 26, 2011 1:27 PM CDT via mobile up reply actions  

Agreed...

I could see JG telling Jerry it’s worth a cap hit to open a spot for a reliable WR. Now, I just hope we’ve found a reliable 3rd receiver.

Rabid and luvin' it

by lonewolfz28 on Jul 26, 2011 1:30 PM CDT up reply actions  

This is madness....

But I love it.

How would they cut Roy if it adds to the salary cap?

Go Cowboys.....Go White Sox.....

by goat3000 on Jul 26, 2011 1:26 PM CDT reply actions  

Only makes sense

If he qualified to be a June 1st cut. In that case (according to Calvin Watkins) he apparently clears $5 million in cap space, rather than counting $12.9 mil against the cap.

Link to the article I’m citing here: http://espn.go.com/blog/dallas/cowboys/post/_/id/4680660/potential-cuts-for-cowboys

by KeyOfZ on Jul 26, 2011 1:30 PM CDT up reply actions  

you r

absolutely right ….another 5 mil off

by DemonsFire on Jul 26, 2011 1:31 PM CDT up reply actions  

I take anything Calvin posts with a grain of salt.

But, I hope he’s actually right this time.

Rabid and luvin' it

by lonewolfz28 on Jul 26, 2011 1:35 PM CDT up reply actions  

He's correct

It’s actually been something which has been available in the LAST CBA…..

For reason, though, no one seemed to report it.

I have a post up which explains what the difference is.

by Requiem on Jul 26, 2011 3:18 PM CDT up reply actions  

For the record

I was a RW supporter. I view this as a cap casualty (under the new CBA) more than an exorcism.

by CotySaxman on Jul 26, 2011 1:28 PM CDT via mobile reply actions  

I was a RW supporter. Just not as our #1.

He had 5 and 7 TDs the last two years. It is not his fault that Jerrah blew his wad on the trade and contract. But I am okay that he is gone.

This is the beginning of a new era for our Cowboys.

- Formerly fan since '65.

by fs65 on Jul 26, 2011 4:00 PM CDT up reply actions  

If they wanted, they could restructure everyone.

I think its both. This is clearly Jason Garrett’s team. The OL has changed dramatically in the last year and a half.

This is great news to me. These cuts will lead to training camp battles and promote accountability. No more sure fire starters with moderate at best production.

by foyesboys on Jul 26, 2011 1:35 PM CDT up reply actions  

Well, I never claimed to be a scout.

But I also won’t pretend to hate him just to blend in.

by CotySaxman on Jul 26, 2011 2:00 PM CDT via mobile up reply actions  

the Cowboys could have had Boldin

for what they gave up for RW.

Red means run, son, numbers add up to nothin

by Biph on Jul 26, 2011 4:30 PM CDT up reply actions  

I'm very glad the Cowboys had the courage to do this

Davis was the worst part of this O-line in 2009 and the 2nd worst in 2010 only because Colombo’s body collapsed.

Declining O-linemen don’t get better.

The Ohio State Buckeyes are your Sugar Bowl champions... and for the 7th year in a row Michigan still sucks.

by Blue Eyed Devil on Jul 26, 2011 7:41 PM CDT reply actions  

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