The Real Problem

[Shadowfax]

Yeah, this was a terribly officiated game (just like the NE game in my opinion), but the real issue is the running game.

We came into this game with every intention of running the football. It appeared that the plan was to run Pollard early, then bring in Zeke to finish them off. Unfortunately, either we again refused to stay with the run, or the worst running defense in the league wouldn’t allow it. Either way, this is, and remains, the real issue with this team. Until we get this fixed, we are not going to do well in the playoffs (if we even make it).

For my money, (as I posted over a month ago) I still think we need Lael at LG and McGovern at C. I am not sure that McGovern can even snap, but Tyler isn’t getting it done. I think this lineup would allow us to run right at teams and wear them down. Whatever they decide to do, we have to get this fixed.

 

[MysteryIceGuro]

The real problem sits up in the box every week. The Skeletor Look-Alike needs to look into another industry and sell the team.

 

[Shadowfax]

I don’t disagree, but you have Steven in the wings.

 

[loublue22]

the line isn't run blocking or pass blocking

 

[Machete]

Real problem...this organization values profit over wins.

 

[RS12]

I don’t disagree, but you have Steven in the wings.

Hope that is not supposed to give us comfort. I see him as just as bad. He has had power here since 1996 also.

 

[Shadowfax]

Hope that is not supposed to give us comfort. I see him as just as bad. He has had power here since 1996 also.

I agree. He is WAY worse.

 

[FiveSuperBowls]

Need to have a lead blocker for Zeke, instead empty back field over and over, Moore lacks a feel for a power running game.

 

[Bob-Lillys-War]

Real problem is Roger Goodell .

That guy is a sick man .

 

[Shadowfax]

Need to have a lead blocker for Zeke, instead empty back field over and over, Moore lacks a feel for a power running game.

Don’t disagree. I also think they need to stick with it. I would love to see Zeke with 20 carries and Pollard about 15.

 

[Landryhat73]

The real problem is on offense we are missing are top two receivers and both are starting DEs on defense. In the salary cap era it’s hard to win when hit with substantial injuries.

 

[FiveSuperBowls]

The real problem is on offense we are missing are top two receivers and both are starting DEs on defense. In the salary cap era it’s hard to win when hit with substantial injuries.

Very true, but when you have your starting lineman, QB, and running backs playing, how can you not run the ball effectively. Gallup and Wilson are 2nd string WRs but they were not the problem today.

 

[Kingofholland]

Blocking in general is a big issue. Pass blocking was better today, but on our 19 designed runs there was little room to run. We need to figure out why we're not opening holes in the middle, and also mix in some different kind of runs. We did a little today, but didn't continue. Also need to push more plays downfield to get the d to back off the line a bit.

 

[kskboys]

Dak. 40 mil.

 

[kskboys]

Blocking in general is a big issue. Pass blocking was better today, but on our 19 designed runs there was little room to run. We need to figure out why we're not opening holes in the middle, and also mix in some different kind of runs. We did a little today, but didn't continue. Also need to push more plays downfield to get the d to back off the line a bit.

Offhand, I'd say we're telegraphing the run. The other team is just too ready for it. Never any space.

 

[RonWashington]

Dak. 40 mil.

Gosh I hope he has tax shelters …

 

[IceStar-D7]

Real problem is Jerry, McCarthy, The offense, the defense, The sorry azzz stadium and the kicker. Total melt down of the whole structure.

 

[Shadowfax]

Offhand, I'd say we're telegraphing the run. The other team is just too ready for it. Never any space.

Agree, but we need to be able to run in these situations. I think the Raiders were the worst run defense in the league. At least till they faced us.

I am hopeful with Tyron back, and more time together, they will work together better and we will see improvement.

A real problem continues to be Dalton Shultz’ blocking as well. He cannot sustain a block to save his life.

 

[Haimerej]

Offhand, I'd say we're telegraphing the run. The other team is just too ready for it. Never any space.

My assumption is they've picked up on Dak's pre-snap reads. Romo showed how Dallas came out on that 3rd and short with the over look, showing a hole on the weak side. But when LV ran to that hole DAL anticipated it and the defenders filled that hole. Seems lately the only runs that get any decent yards are misdirections or sweeps with Pollard.

 

[Nav22]

I don’t care if I’m hijacking the thread.

We’ve lost 4 games this season. Two of those losses were a DIRECT RESULT of getting royally SCREWED by the officials.

They did their best when we were in New England too, but we survived that one. It only cost us a calf strain to our QB in overtime.

We’d all be feeling great today if we were 9-2 and coming off a win. The piece of **** refs have been jobbing us all ****ing year.

Remember those 2 clear-as-day QB sneak TDs by Dak this year? And how we somehow didn’t get credit for either of them???

It’s ridiculous. I watch an unhealthy amount of NFL football, not just the Cowboys, and I’m telling you guys: we get screwed more often than any other team.

Oh, we’re also 1st in the NFL in penalty yards against us this year.

At some point, you have to just laugh at the bull****.