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trickblue

03-09-2006, 09:51 AM

Jerry:
The negotiations were tough and they really challenged the league ownership.
We will have to be more efficient, as a league, to gain the maximum benefit for this agreement.
We are happy for the media and the fans.
With our revenue and abilities, it would have been shameful to not come to an agreemant. I had to take off my Cowboys jersey to do what was best for the league as a whole. I had to adjust some of my thinking and will have to get used to working without some of my resources.
We complained that the lower-market teams will have to make a bigger effort to promote their own team in order to be fair to everyone. With left that in place in the new agreement.
Yes, working without a cap would have been advantageous to the Cowboys as I could have spent alot.
There is no correlation in increased spending to the quality of the teams.
We have some key players we are targeting as FA's. we have been looking closely at who we want and how much we will spend.
We have the chance to be a better team this year. We were playing pretty well until Flo went down last year.
In general there are alot of mistakes made by overpaying players in a bidding war. If you can stay in a moderate range with those players, you probably don't make the big mistake and have some upside for players over the next 2-3 years.
OL, FS, PK and WR are issues we need to address in FAgency. FS and OL are the positions we are looking at most closely.

Audio: http://www.4shared.com/file/948185/fd450efb/jerry.html

Canadian BoyzFan

03-09-2006, 09:53 AM

Chris Hope please.

RCowboyFan

03-09-2006, 09:53 AM

Thanks for the recap TB. I can almost feel Jerry's pain, I know its Millions but still, it is hard to give away that kind of money, when you feel some teams don't work that hard to get that kind of money like Jerry and some others do.

BrAinPaiNt

03-09-2006, 09:56 AM

pancakeman

03-09-2006, 09:57 AM

I can almost feel Jerry's pain, I know its Millions but still, it is hard to give away that kind of money.
I feel it too, I know it kills me whenever I have to give my millions away.;)

acheman

03-09-2006, 09:58 AM

Can you say Marcus Coleman, any former Jets O-linemen, and possibly Mike Williams? There are your FA targets. Bank on it.
And possibly TO. Though I would prefer not.

theogt

03-09-2006, 09:59 AM

Everlastingxxx

03-09-2006, 09:59 AM

The interviewers mentioned OT, FS and kicker as positions of need but it was Jerry that brought up a desire to get a 3rd wide receiver in free agency. TO? Randle El?

Jerry never said what positions they were going after (other than wide receiver), just agreed with the interviewers. Just fyi.

Duane

03-09-2006, 10:00 AM

OL, FS, PK and WR are issues we need to address in FAgency. FS and OL are the positions we are looking at most closely.

Pretty much says what they are targeting in the draft...notice no mention of LB/DT/NT in him talking about targeting FA's.

Now of course that could change depending on how FA goes or how the draft falls, but it seems to be a pretty good indicator as of right now IMO.
Those are all pretty much givens but I wonder if Jerry doesn't have his poker face on right now in regard to a LB in free agency.

trickblue

03-09-2006, 10:01 AM

The interviewers mentioned OT, FS and kicker as positions of need but it was Jerry that brought up a desire to get a 3rd wide receiver in free agency. TO? Randle El?

He also mentioned Key in that mix... perhaps he is trying to make sure a WR in FA would be a smooth transition personality-wise...

ThreeSportStar80

03-09-2006, 10:05 AM

Man I would cry if I was giving away millions, notice I didn't say a MILLION! The lower revenue teams should be jumping up for joy right about now they came away with more money. I think the NFL will face similar issues after this agreement expires and I wouldn't put money on the larger revenue teams budging this much again.

Hostile

03-09-2006, 10:07 AM

Jerry:

The negotiations were tough and they really challenged the league ownership.
We will have to be more efficient, as a league, to gain the maximum benefit for this agreement.
We are happy for the media and the fans.
With our revenue and abilities, it would have been shameful to not come to an agreemant. I had to take off my Cowboys jersey to do what was best for the league as a whole. I had to adjust some of my thinking and will have to get used to working without some of my resources.
We complained that the lower-market teams will have to make a bigger effort to promote their own team in order to be fair to everyone. With left that in place in the new agreement.
Yes, working without a cap would have been advantageous to the Cowboys as I could have spent alot.
There is no correlation in increased spending to the quality of the teams.
We have some key players we are targeting as FA's. we have been looking closely at who we want and how much we will spend.
We have the chance to be a better team this year. We were playing pretty well until Flo went down last year.
In general there are alot of mistakes made by overpaying players in a bidding war. If you can stay in a moderate range with those players, you probably don't make the big mistake and have some upside for players over the next 2-3 years.
OL, FS, PK and WR are issues we need to address in FAgency. FS and OL are the positions we are looking at most closely.
I become more convinced all the time, Jerry Jones is one smart son of a gun. I have a feeling he will do some things event wise that will recoup any financial advantages he has of being owner of the Cowboys. By this I mean he will book some venues for the new stadium that will mean a lot of money for himself and the city. I can see his wheels spinning.

Doomsday101

03-09-2006, 10:10 AM

"We complained that the lower-market teams will have to make a bigger effort to promote their own team in order to be fair to everyone. With left that in place in the new agreement."

I'm in complete agreement with Jones on this. Owners who sit on their butts and just collects money and let others do the hard work is not right

cobra

03-09-2006, 10:11 AM

Interesting that Jerry said we are going to address WR in free agency. I dont' see it.

Assuming we don't go after T.O and Reggie Wayne stays in Indy, who are the FA WRs that we would be looking at?

Yakuza Rich

03-09-2006, 10:15 AM

OL, FS, PK and WR are issues we need to address in FAgency. FS and OL are the positions we are looking at most closely

If true, it sounds like they'll pass on OLB like McGinest or Arrington.

I'm not really all that high on the O-Linemen available in this FA outside of Bentley. I'm glad they are looking at FS since I just don't like drafting a FS that high when you have other problems. I think it's a lock that they sign Matt Bryant.

Rich.........

Nors

03-09-2006, 10:17 AM

cobra

03-09-2006, 10:18 AM

I think we do pass on OLB in FA. I think we go there in the Draft.

I think we get a RT and K in FA for sure. I think they will try to nab a stop-gap FS in FA and then draft one in the 3rd or later rounds(like Watkins).

It's the WR comment which throws me.

WoodysGirl

03-09-2006, 10:21 AM

Interesting that Jerry said we are going to address WR in free agency. I dont' see it.

Assuming we don't go after T.O and Reggie Wayne stays in Indy, who are the FA WRs that we would be looking at?a link for all FA WRs from the redzone

http://www.theredzone.org/2006/freeagents/showposition.asp?Position=WR

and below is from http://www.footballsfuture.com/2006/freeagentsWR.html

2006 NFL Free Agents: Wide Receiver
By: Thomas J Gersey
1. Reggie Wayne, Indianapolis [83 rec, 1008 yds, 5 td] (resigned)
Wayne is very close to being the complete package. He has soft hands, and consistently makes the easy catches. He can make the acrobatic ones, but not often enough to be considered an elite, game changing player. His speed is better than average, though some top notch corners will be able to keep up with him. His strength is excellent route running. He has excelled in Indianapolis, where precise routes will get you the football consistently with Peyton Manning behind center. So effective has Wayne become that the past two years he has gone from a distant number 2 receiver, to the Colts' 1(a). He definitely benefits from his supporting cast, and it is tough to say whether or not he could be a #1 on a less talented team. However, he is certain to be more like P Burress than P Price if he were to change teams.

GOOD FITS: Chicago, Atlanta, Denver, Kansas City, Philadelphia, Washington, Indianapolis

EARLY PICK: Wayne is a player who will be most effected by the actions of Edgerring James. If James and Dwight Freeney sign large deals, Wayne will likely find a huge payday elsewhere. If James leaves, the Colts will keep Wayne, and maintain their dominance through the air. In the event Wayne does leave, he will likely seek a situation where he either be the number 1 guy from day one, or be 1(a) again, with top receiver status looming in the near future. He would be more of a complementary player in Chicago or Washington, and those are run-happy offenses. In Denver, he would replace Ashlie Lelie as Rod Smith's heir apparant, and maintain his place on a winning ball club. Teams like KC and Philly make the most sense, where there are established passing offenses in place with Pro Bowl caliber QBs calling the plays. I expect KC to make a very strong push for his services.

2. Antonio Bryant, Cleveland [69 rec, 1009 yds, 4 td]
Putting up a 1000 yard season in Indy is one thing, but doing it in Cleveland with a more heralded first rounder flanking you is another. Bryant is the prototypical receiver, with good size, and very good speed. He runs very efficient routes, and gets off the line exceptionally quick. Though his speed gets him into his routes early, he does not have break away speed in the deep open field, although his strength and body control allow him to position himself for the deep bal very well. He has the desire and competitive spirit you want in a top receiver, and will fight any corner on every pass. He was a top 15 talent as a college junior, but demonstrated immaturity as a senior and slipped to the late second round, so there are questions about his attitude. However, he has been a solid citizen in Cleveland and if those doubts are erased, would be an excellent fit on any team looking for a dependable number 2 receiver.

GOOD FITS: Minnesota, Baltimore, Carolina, Houston, Tennessee, Washington, Cleveland, Atlanta

EARLY PICK: Bryant is a wild card, because there is little information in regards to how teams perceive him. He has been under the radar, with the thought that he could break out in the right situation. Where he will end up is anyone's guess, but a team with a solid passing game and a need for a quick, physical receiver would be the perfect fit. Atlanta would be a great team for Bryant, as Mike Vick could use a dependable receiver who will fight for wayward passes. In Carolina, he would be a great Robin to Steve Smith's superman, while in places like Tennessee or Baltimore, he could be the number one receiver in title only, as those offenses will look to move the ball around evenly.

3. Antwan Randle El, Pittsburgh [35 rec, 558 yds, 1 td]
A converted quarterback, there was never any question that Randle El's athleticism would convert to the next level. However, there has always been a question as to whether or not he could pick up the nuances of the position. In his 4 years in the league, Randle El has put those worries to rest, and become Slash II in the Pittsburgh system. Randle El is agile and shifty, almost impossible to get a direct hit on. He has sufficient size and strength to go in the middle of the field, and often performs better there, where a quick pass allows him to out-manuever linebackers one-on-one. On a team that emphasises the run game, there aren't many opportunities for a third receiver, however, Randle El has consistently made the most of his time on the field. Couple with that his track record as a return man, and his value to a contender could be considerable.

GOOD FITS: Chicago, Pittsburgh, New England, San Diego

EARLY PICK: Rumor has it that Chicago is already targeting Randle El this free agent season. Typically, the Bears identify a player they want, and they do what it takes to get him (see: Muhammad, T Jones). This year should be no different. Expect the Bears to overpay for Randle El, and put him in the slot, where he is comfortable, giving Rex Grossman a more reliable option than he has had in the past. Throw in Randle El's Illinois roots, and it becomes a match made in heaven.

4. Keenan McCardell, San Diego [70 rec, 917 yds, 9 td]
Excellent hands and a feel for his place on the field, McCardellis the type of number 1 receiver you like to have. He has the inate ability to find holes in the zone and get open on a consistent basis. He isn't a speed burner, and can be shut down by elite corners, but even then, he manages to get his 4-5 catches and find space in the end zone. He is nearing the end of his career, and at 36 is a risky proposition as a free agent. However, with the success of guys like Jerry Rice and Joey Galloway recently, production is all that matters, and McCardell is certainly capable of that. Similarly sized to Antonio Bryant, he isnt nearly as strong or as physical, and will not win as many battles as he loses. A possession receiver at this point, but with the ability to stretch the field when the defense allows it. Not very strong after the catch.
GOOD FITS: San Diego, Houston, Carolina, New England, Kansas City, Denver
EARLY PICK: McCardell's place is on a team seeking a stop gap, an effective receiver to hold down the position until a younger player can fill it. Teams like Carolina, New England and Denver are super bowl contenders who could strengthen already effective offenses with a savvy veteran like McCardell. In the long run, San Diego can't afford to lose him right now, and will work hard to sign him to a short term deal before the free agent period. Houston is the wild card. With Gary Kubiak and Reggie Bush joining the Texans, McCardell would be the perfect supplement to the young and athletic Andre Johnson. McCardell is a Houston native, and ending his career at home isn't too far fetched an idea.

5. Joe Jurevicius, Seattle [55 rec, 694 yds, 10 td]
The prototypical possession receiver. All he does? Catch touchdowns. When Darrell Jackson went down with an injury, Jurevicius stepped up and saved the Seahawks season. This is his third Super Bowl appearance with his third different team, which says something about his contribution in the locker room. He is a top notch character guy, and brings more than athletic gifts to any team. He has excellent hands, and size that rivals most tight ends. At 6'5, 230 lbs, Jurevicius fits great in the slot, where he can handle linebackers, or on the outside, where he can screen smaller defensive backs. He is smart and seasoned, and knows how to get open. Seattle would love to keep him, and will likely try their best to do so. But after a Super Bowl run with more pressing free agents, there just may not be enough money.

GOOD FITS: Seattle, Washington, Carolina, Denver, Pittsburgh

EARLY PICK: Where he will end up is anyone's guess. He fits best with a contender who relies on a ball control offense. Seattle and Carolina aren't really his best fits, but he would be a sound complimentary receiver in either offense. The memories of Ed McCaffery are still fresh in the minds of Broncos fans, and Jurevicious could easily be a similar complement to Rod Smith for the next couple years. A player like Jake Plummer needs as many veteran players on the field to be effective. In Washington, he would team well with a player like Mark Brunell, and offer the soft touch to compliment the lightning of Santana Moss. Pittsburgh makes a great deal of sense. The Steelers rarely make big name signings, instead spending their money wisely on role players. With Randle El likely to leave, Jurevicius (who played at Penn State) could step in and be a third sure handed target for the conservative Rothlisberger.

OTHER FREE AGENTS OF NOTE:

Koren Robinson, Minnesota: A gifted receiver with significant problems catching the ball, Robinson had a late season rebirth after legal troubles got him released in Seattle. Still young and talented, some team will give him an incentive-laden shot in the hopes of untapping his undeniable potential.

David Givens, New England: He and Troy Brown are solid if unspectacular Patriot receivers available this offseason. In today's NFL, Givens is the type of player not exciting enough to warrant a long look from other teams, who will end up signing with his previous team for a reasonable amount.
Brandon Lloyd, SF/ Kevin Curtis, STL/ Nate Burleson, Minn: These are the top notch restricted FAs. Lloyd is going no where, as the Niners cant afford to lose anyone with any talent currently in red and gold. Curtis was a revelation in St Louis, and it is possible a bad team may overpay for his speed and excitement....and make a huge mistake. Burleson was supposed to supplant Randy Moss as the go-to guy in Minnesota, and will likely re-sign for a second shot under new guidance. Patience, however, is wearing thin.

TheEnigma

03-09-2006, 10:23 AM

[INDENT]
We complained that the lower-market teams will have to make a bigger effort to promote their own team in order to be fair to everyone. With left that in place in the new agreement.

Hopefully this means there is some provision in the CBA that forces the lower-market teams to earn more in revenue.

Nors

03-09-2006, 10:23 AM

I become more convinced all the time, Jerry Jones is one smart son of a gun. I have a feeling he will do some things event wise that will recoup any financial advantages he has of being owner of the Cowboys. By this I mean he will book some venues for the new stadium that will mean a lot of money for himself and the city. I can see his wheels spinning.

Of course he will but that was already built into his stadium business model. Thats very standard for all the new stadiums. I drove by Gillette stadium and look at what Kraft has - he owns 90% of the parking lots and sells it at $40 a spot. He built a practice facility and brought training camponto his facility. His venue has boatshows, and events going year round. Heck they are breaking ground on a major project as we speak that will generate significant revenues - non football related.

But yes, JJ is a smart guy. Money making more money.

CrazyCowboy

03-09-2006, 10:30 AM

Jerry:

The negotiations were tough and they really challenged the league ownership.
We will have to be more efficient, as a league, to gain the maximum benefit for this agreement.
We are happy for the media and the fans.
With our revenue and abilities, it would have been shameful to not come to an agreemant. I had to take off my Cowboys jersey to do what was best for the league as a whole. I had to adjust some of my thinking and will have to get used to working without some of my resources.
We complained that the lower-market teams will have to make a bigger effort to promote their own team in order to be fair to everyone. With left that in place in the new agreement.
Yes, working without a cap would have been advantageous to the Cowboys as I could have spent alot.
There is no correlation in increased spending to the quality of the teams.
We have some key players we are targeting as FA's. we have been looking closely at who we want and how much we will spend.
We have the chance to be a better team this year. We were playing pretty well until Flo went down last year.
In general there are alot of mistakes made by overpaying players in a bidding war. If you can stay in a moderate range with those players, you probably don't make the big mistake and have some upside for players over the next 2-3 years.
OL, FS, PK and WR are issues we need to address in FAgency. FS and OL are the positions we are looking at most closely.

Audio: http://www.4shared.com/file/948185/fd450efb/jerry.html

Another great recap....thanks....OL is what I was hoping for us to fix!:starspin

MissionCoach

03-09-2006, 10:44 AM

I am very hopeful that JJ and Tuna will fix the O-Line in FA and NOT the Draft. I would like to see some solid veterens signed...similar to what we did last year with Henry.

JMO...but I don't see BP putting up with ROOKIE ROAD on the O-Line again.

burmafrd

03-09-2006, 10:50 AM

Figure they will see what Bentley will cost and see if we can get him without paying too much. If not then we make sure and get either Gurode back or Mawae in. Either Longwell or Bryant for kicker. FS odds are its Coleman.
tackle- either Ashworth or Fabini. WR- I am thinking that we keep Key and maybe redo his contract some. Other then that I do not see us going after Antwan L since he will expect too much for a 3rd WR and kick returner/punt returner which is what he would be for us. NO TO.
Draft- we get the best LB we can and then a young guy for Coleman to teach FS to. OR maybe BP thinks that Berryo can do it. I am thinking we probably then get a TE. NOW if we lose Gurode then I think we get a guard to develope as well. I would love to get either GIlles or Spencer. And also a NT to back up Ferguson- Johnson is just too small for anything more then spot duty. I would love to get Fifita- he is 5-11 and 320- which is PERFECT for a NT.And he can be gotten in the 4th or 5th.

DaBoyz73

03-09-2006, 10:54 AM

It has already been stated that Berryo is a SS. I will be willing to bet that he will back up Roy at SS.

Hostile

03-09-2006, 10:54 AM

Of course he will but that was already built into his stadium business model. Thats very standard for all the new stadiums. I drove by Gillette stadium and look at what Kraft has - he owns 90% of the parking lots and sells it at $40 a spot. He built a practice facility and brought training camponto his facility. His venue has boatshows, and events going year round. Heck they are breaking ground on a major project as we speak that will generate significant revenues - non football related.

But yes, JJ is a smart guy. Money making more money.That is only part of what I am talking about though Nors.

Jerry is envisioning Super Bowls. I'd bet money some political conventions might be held there. It wouldn't surprise me if he went after a venue like the National Finals Rodeo, take it away from Las Vegas. Concerts, boatshows, monster truck rallies and stuff like that are all small venues. They generally only draw vendors and locals. I'm talking big venues.

Nors

03-09-2006, 11:01 AM

That is only part of what I am talking about though Nors.

Jerry is envisioning Super Bowls. I'd bet money some political conventions might be held there. It wouldn't surprise me if he went after a venue like the National Finals Rodeo, take it away from Las Vegas. Concerts, boatshows, monster truck rallies and stuff like that are all small venues. They generally only draw vendors and locals. I'm talking big venues.

Agree - Super Bowls only get to a few warmer venues and dome cities. Believe Dallas is in line way down the line for one -

Small $ ??? - Bringing in the Stones, Eagles, Springsteen generates big $ for these owners.

Woods

03-09-2006, 11:04 AM

Hostile

03-09-2006, 11:05 AM

Agree - Super Bowls only get to a few warmer venues and dome cities. Believe Dallas is in line way down the line for one -

Small $ ??? - Bringing in the Stones, Eagles, Springsteen generates big $ for these owners.Not in comparison to a Political Convention or the NFR.

They aren't even in the same ballpark on revenue generated because as I said, people come from out of town for the big venue stuff. Think hotels, rental cars, and restaurants as well as the regular vending, parking, etc.

Very few people travel a long way to stay at a hotel and rent a car to hear someone in concert.

You can't say the same about a convention that has National interest.

Clove

03-09-2006, 11:20 AM

OL, FS, PK and WR are issues we need to address in FAgency. FS and OL are the positions we are looking at most closely.

Pretty much says what they are targeting in the draft...notice no mention of LB/DT/NT in him talking about targeting FA's.

Now of course that could change depending on how FA goes or how the draft falls, but it seems to be a pretty good indicator as of right now IMO.Look for players like Gabe Watson/Manny Lawson/Bobby Carpenter/Stanley McClover/Kamerion Wimbley/ to get 1st looks in the draft. And look for T.O. to be a serious contender in FA for the boys, and don't count out Ahmad Brooks in the supp. draft. Parcells will take chances on kids if they have serious talent.

Waffle

03-09-2006, 11:37 AM

Agree - Super Bowls only get to a few warmer venues and dome cities. Believe Dallas is in line way down the line for one -

Depends on what your definition of "way down the line" is.

Bottom line...Dallas will host a Super Bowl within 5 years of the completion of the new stadium.

Chief

03-09-2006, 11:39 AM

I become more convinced all the time, Jerry Jones is one smart son of a gun. I have a feeling he will do some things event wise that will recoup any financial advantages he has of being owner of the Cowboys. By this I mean he will book some venues for the new stadium that will mean a lot of money for himself and the city. I can see his wheels spinning.

Yep.

After first getting to know Jerry back in 1989 when Dallas drafted Aikman, Leigh Steinberg said Jerry was "analytically brilliant."

Jerry is off the charts as a business man.

But put him in a War Room with Larry Lacewell and all hell breaks loose. It's like those chimps in the board room on that Monster.com commercial.

Charles

03-09-2006, 11:43 AM

GTaylor

03-09-2006, 11:55 AM

Mark Cuban was talking about the low-revenue baseball teams in this quote, but it can be applied to the Bill Bidwells of the football world:

http://espn.go.com/sportsbusiness/s/2002/0814/1418040.html

"Money can't just be put in an owner's pocket unless they have sold the majority of their tickets," Cuban said. "If they haven't, the funds should be distributed as cooperative marketing dollars used for funding sales and marketing efforts by the league."
In the case of teams with anemic ticket sales, Cuban said the league should be required to step in and operate the teams' sales and marketing efforts, using the tax money until the team reaches a benchmark in ticket sales or declares it doesn't want the money.

ConcordCowboy

03-09-2006, 12:13 PM

Jerry:
OL, FS, PK and WR are issues we need to address in FAgency. FS and OL are the positions we are looking at most closely.

You just know who that means don't you?:D

trickblue

03-09-2006, 12:14 PM

You just know who that means don't you?:D

:spanking:

ConcordCowboy

03-09-2006, 12:16 PM

:spanking:

:laugh2: ...I just wanted to get in under the radar and not mention you know who by name.:D

Z-Man

03-09-2006, 12:20 PM

Can you say Marcus Coleman, any former Jets O-linemen, and possibly Mike Williams? There are your FA targets. Bank on it.
And possibly TO. Though I would prefer not.
I hope not.
I hope it's either Hope or Demps at FS,and Ashworth at RT ( though Fabini if healthy is not bad). I think Bentley will be too high a price for us.

CaptainAmerica

03-09-2006, 12:27 PM

I heard the interview with Jerry.

What I found interesting was that the guys mentioned OL, FS and K as the needs in FA and Jerry without being asked, responded by mentioning the WR position. He even went through the names on the roster..Key, Terry, "the young guys".

He then said WR was an area they needed to address. They basically ended the interview at that point and Jerry,as a throw away line, said those other areas were areas to be addressed. But he seemed particularly interested in the WR position.

I might be wrong, but Jerry is giving an indication of where we strike first Saturday morning.

Get ready for T.O. guys. :eek:

Everlastingxxx

03-09-2006, 12:32 PM

Im starting to think Randel El. A young guy that can do returns. Might be a nice addition.

theebs

03-09-2006, 12:32 PM

U guys can listen to the interview for yourself if you would like also..

http://www.4shared.com/file/948185/fd450efb/jerry.html

at the bottom u can download it or just play it.

JohnsKey19

03-09-2006, 12:35 PM

Im starting to think Randel El. A young guy that can do returns. Might be a nice addition.

If it's not TO, I'm thinking Parcells likes David Givens for some reason.

ConcordCowboy

03-09-2006, 12:38 PM

He then said WR was an area they needed to address. They basically ended the interview at that point and Jerry,as a throw away line, said those other areas were areas to be addressed. But he seemed particularly interested in the WR position.

I might be wrong, but Jerry is giving an indication of where we strike first Saturday morning.

Get ready for T.O. guys. :eek:

Welcome to Dallas T.O.

Don't let all of these grumpy guys on this forum get to you...They'll love you after the First TD!:D

Idgit

03-09-2006, 12:46 PM

...But put him in a War Room with Larry Lacewell and all hell breaks loose. It's like those chimps in the board room on that Monster.com commercial.

:laugh2:

InmanRoshi

03-09-2006, 12:57 PM

I would be utterly shocked if TO is not a Cowboy by Saturday.

CaptainAmerica

03-09-2006, 01:02 PM

I would be utterly shocked if TO is not a Cowboy by Saturday.

You've sounded very coy, but confident about that, Inman.

What do you know? ;)

hendog

03-09-2006, 01:03 PM

I would be utterly shocked if TO is not a Cowboy by Saturday.

Is that just your gut feeling or do you know alittle something we don't?;)

slick325

03-09-2006, 01:08 PM

"Koren Robinson, Minnesota: A gifted receiver with significant problems catching the ball, Robinson had a late season rebirth after legal troubles got him released in Seattle. Still young and talented, some team will give him an incentive-laden shot in the hopes of untapping his undeniable potential."

I wouldn't be surprised if he is targeted by the Cowboys brass. He is young, was seen as extremely talented coming out of N.C. State (I believe that's where he went) and won't cost too much. He is the typical Jerry Jones gamble. We won't lose too much if he doesn't pan out but if we hit it would be huge. Think Marc Colombo, D. Underwood, Ryan Leaf, Drew Henson and Aaron Gibson (I think he was the guy who played for Wisconsin).

I can also see us going after OT Mike Williams under the same premise.

As for the other positions named I want: PK Ryan Longwell and Bentley no matter the cost. Bentley is young, a Pro Bowler and healthy perfect type of F/A signing. At FS I really don't care as long as we don't spend a lot of money on the last ranking priority on defense. I would rather draft a rookie because he would cost less than a free agent even if drafted at #18 (last years 18th pick signed a 7yr. $10 million contract). Or someone like Coleman whose base contract should be relatively cheap.

InmanRoshi

03-09-2006, 01:18 PM

Is that just your gut feeling or do you know alittle something we don't?;)

Just a hunch. What's the line about Jerry, "In the portrait of dog's playing poker, Jerry would be the one with his tail wagging."? I get a feeling Jerry's tail is wagging.

Good comments on Jerry about free agency, especially focusing value in free agency. Players who are working on their 3rd contract in the NFL who don't command big dollars but provide good production for a 2-3 year stretch are guys he's interested in. That's sound.

CaptainAmerica

03-09-2006, 01:29 PM

Just a hunch. What's the line about Jerry, "In the portrait of dog's playing poker, Jerry would be the one with his tail wagging."? I get a feeling Jerry's tail is wagging.

Good comments on Jerry about free agency, especially focusing value in free agency. Players who are working on their 3rd contract in the NFL who don't command big dollars but provide good production for a 2-3 year stretch are guys he's interested in. That's sound.

agree.

Hostile

03-09-2006, 01:30 PM

Yep.

After first getting to know Jerry back in 1989 when Dallas drafted Aikman, Leigh Steinberg said Jerry was "analytically brilliant."

Jerry is off the charts as a business man.

But put him in a War Room with Larry Lacewell and all hell breaks loose. It's like those chimps in the board room on that Monster.com commercial.I love that commercial. Especially the Head Chimp lighting his cigar with money.

Nors

03-09-2006, 01:46 PM

Watch Isaac Bruce closely.

Hostile

03-09-2006, 01:51 PM

Jerry Jones just added another notch in the Pro category.............for the Hall of Fame with this deal.

His franchise was hurt the most last time the league made changes to the structure, this time around he put the good of the league ahead of his team:bow:You know, we might as well call the Salary Cap the "Jerry Jones Rule" because let's face it, it's here because the early 90's team was so dominant.

Hostile

03-09-2006, 01:51 PM

Watch Isaac Bruce closely.As he ends up in Detroit.

wileedog

03-09-2006, 02:11 PM

I would be utterly shocked if TO is not a Cowboy by Saturday.

If Bill weren't here we would have already given 2 first round picks to the Eagles for him.

Bach

03-09-2006, 02:40 PM

Watch Isaac Bruce closely.

-- why?

Sandman52

03-09-2006, 04:25 PM

Doomsday101

03-09-2006, 04:28 PM

Well, Koren Robinson does add the great return ability along with his potential, but is he worth it (another A. Bryant?)? I can see Brandon Lloyd as a possiblity. Young guy, good hands, coming into his own...perfect to learn under Key and Glenn.

I think David Givens of NE would be a good pick up at WR at least your looking at a young player who is entering his 5th season and who has played on a championship team

slick325

03-09-2006, 04:50 PM

Well, Koren Robinson does add the great return ability along with his potential, but is he worth it (another A. Bryant?)? I can see Brandon Lloyd as a possiblity. Young guy, good hands, coming into his own...perfect to learn under Key and Glenn.

I just threw Koren out there as one of those Jerry Jones the gambler pick-ups. We have averaged one per season since Coach Parcells got to Dallas. Eddie George year one, Peerless Price year two. Plus, he can take a chance at that position because with Key and Glenn here we don't need a WR for '06 although we could use insurance and a potential star for the future.

Brandon Lloyd would be solid Sandman. As would Dooms pick of David Givens. However, I think Jerry is looking for a number one receiver for the future or if he signs T.O., a #1 WR right now. Lloyd and Givens I think are number two wideouts. Could be wrong but just my thoughts.