When was it that you lost faith in Moore as OC?

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You can at least play Pollard more then 5 or 6 carries a game. Zeke was doing ZERO the 2nd half. Its like Moore was afraid to upset the apple cart even a little. He is a punk obviously.
There needs to be more there, even behind Pollard if the running game doesnt have enough depth to sustain an entire season and its a longer season now, why would you not be investing even moderately at RB3 potential upgrades.
I already know the names of the no namers but feel free to toss out potential upgrades there.
This OL is going to be better, I just want to have enough ammo at RB to take advantage of a potential power running game becoming prevalent rather quickly, possibly setting an early identity.
I would love for this roster to have a promising RB3 with size that can run down hill.
That may seem like a lot to ask but its really not, maybe one of these FBs can be that RB3 for once behind a rapidly rebuilding OL.
If my starting LG is going to bull doze defenders five yards back off snap then I would love to have some better depth at the RB position just to add fuel to the fire.
 

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Moore was a breath of fresh air in the beginning. The passing game immediately went to the next level after Garrett left and Moore was able to open things up. In 2020 the Cowboys had a record breaking offense before Dak went down at 32 points per game. Even last year despite the inconsistent 2nd half they had the #1 scoring offense in the NFL at 30 points per game and the #1 passing game in the NFL yardage wise.

But for me personally it was the 2nd half of the season when teams made some adjustments and he failed to adjust himself. Now granted the Oline went in the toilet and Zeke got hurt which killed the run game. But once teams went into the two deep zone Moore went into a shell. He couldnt seem to adjust to that. Things got basic again. And the fact that he had the perfect opportunity to bench Zeke for the more dynamic Pollard and didnt, that was it for me.

Is there any hope that he learns from his inexperience and blossoms going forward or is he done?
First time I saw them big front teeth,,, just kidding,,,maybe
Kellen needs to grow and the only way he is going to grow and gain respect is when he starts implementing the talent that he has been gifted.
Lets not pretend for a minute that Moore hasnt been given a big stake in this draft.
 

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Parcells made the team into a playoff contender without a lot of talent. He should certainly get credit for it and he brought some discipline to the team which the Cowboys knew nothing about.
Indeed he was the Big Tuna and that name only preceded his rep and demeanor, you did not want to be on the Big Tunas bad side, first impressions were critical.
 

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Moore was a breath of fresh air in the beginning. The passing game immediately went to the next level after Garrett left and Moore was able to open things up. In 2020 the Cowboys had a record breaking offense before Dak went down at 32 points per game. Even last year despite the inconsistent 2nd half they had the #1 scoring offense in the NFL at 30 points per game and the #1 passing game in the NFL yardage wise.

But for me personally it was the 2nd half of the season when teams made some adjustments and he failed to adjust himself. Now granted the Oline went in the toilet and Zeke got hurt which killed the run game. But once teams went into the two deep zone Moore went into a shell. He couldnt seem to adjust to that. Things got basic again. And the fact that he had the perfect opportunity to bench Zeke for the more dynamic Pollard and didnt, that was it for me.

Is there any hope that he learns from his inexperience and blossoms going forward or is he done?

It was the same time last season, mid season. Dak started to hold the ball for an extra second and a half, he was lost. An extra second and a half makes good o-lines look poor, Cooper started speaking out, they pushed a hurt Zeke because of his bloated contract and it all unraveled.
We can fix the penalties on the line, we can run Pollard more, we lost Coop but I like Cee-dee, JW, Gallup & Tolbert... can we get Dak back to three steps and release?

That's the adjustment Moore never made imo, Dak was holding the ball longer (injured too) and it never got figured out.
 

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It was the same time last season, mid season. Dak started to hold the ball for an extra second and a half, he was lost. An extra second and a half makes good o-lines look poor, Cooper started speaking out, they pushed a hurt Zeke because of his bloated contract and it all unraveled.
We can fix the penalties on the line, we can run Pollard more, we lost Coop but I like Cee-dee, JW, Gallup & Tolbert... can we get Dak back to three steps and release?

That's the adjustment Moore never made imo, Dak was holding the ball longer (injured too) and it never got figured out.
Yes sir, he lost confidence quickly when he saw the OL fading, and not identifying early routes or not being assisted there is all highly debatable.
It didnt help Dak that this OL and entire running game was fading, but Dak made his contribution to the bone head award nominations.
He got scared, and I dont like seeing my franchise QB with that scared look in the eyes, saw it with Romo as well.
 

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There needs to be more there, even behind Pollard if the running game doesnt have enough depth to sustain an entire season and its a longer season now, why would you not be investing even moderately at RB3 potential upgrades.
I already know the names of the no namers but feel free to toss out potential upgrades there.
This OL is going to be better, I just want to have enough ammo at RB to take advantage of a potential power running game becoming prevalent rather quickly, possibly setting an early identity.
I would love for this roster to have a promising RB3 with size that can run down hill.
That may seem like a lot to ask but its really not, maybe one of these FBs can be that RB3 for once behind a rapidly rebuilding OL.
If my starting LG is going to bull doze defenders five yards back off snap then I would love to have some better depth at the RB position just to add fuel to the fire.

I couldnt agree more Dowdle doesnt move the needle for me.
 

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It was the same time last season, mid season. Dak started to hold the ball for an extra second and a half, he was lost. An extra second and a half makes good o-lines look poor, Cooper started speaking out, they pushed a hurt Zeke because of his bloated contract and it all unraveled.
We can fix the penalties on the line, we can run Pollard more, we lost Coop but I like Cee-dee, JW, Gallup & Tolbert... can we get Dak back to three steps and release?

That's the adjustment Moore never made imo, Dak was holding the ball longer (injured too) and it never got figured out.

Yah, not remembering that one. Doesnt make any sense that all of a sudden after destroying the NFL the first 8 games that he just starts holding the ball for 1.5 seconds.
 

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You bash Jerry nonstop, but you make excuses for the officials and the NFL?

:facepalm:

Look, we understand that you being Jerry's nephew carries a responsibility to show loyalty to Jerry. But Jerry doesn't need NFL officials to bring problems to the Cowboys. He does a fine job himself to screw up our team.

You conspiracy theorists are lunatics.
 

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I couldnt agree more Dowdle doesnt move the needle for me.
Then why the denial at RB3 on this roster.
Do you think that would somehow be insulting to either Zeke or Pollard?
I would think they would both be inviting and welcoming of a real RB3.
Its a long season for just 2 RBs to carry the entire load.
 

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You called it “ crooked refs”. That a serious allegation.

I’m not making excuses but I’m not suggesting it was illegal activity . Words matter.
THEY ARE CROOKED!!!!!

Have you not seen how bad them crooked officials have called games against our Cowboys?

Don't backpeddle now, Greg.
 

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Look, we understand that you being Jerry's nephew carries a responsibility to show loyalty to Jerry. But Jerry doesn't need NFL officials to bring problems to the Cowboys. He does a fine job himself to screw up our team.

You conspiracy theorists are lunatics.
GO FIND ANOTHER TEAM, URKEL!!!
 

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Parcells made the team into a playoff contender without a lot of talent. He should certainly get credit for it and he brought some discipline to the team which the Cowboys knew nothing about.
Pfft, what a joke!

Parcells did nothing but collect a big paycheck.

Most of the key players Jerry had drafted or brought in BEFORE Parcells showed up. Heck, Parcells hated T.O., yet T.O. was by far our most productive WR. Guess who brought T O. over? It sure wasn't Ol' 34-32. It was Jerry!
 

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Yes sir, he lost confidence quickly when he saw the OL fading, and not identifying early routes or not being assisted there is all highly debatable.
It didnt help Dak that this OL and entire running game was fading, but Dak made his contribution to the bone head award nominations.
He got scared, and I dont like seeing my franchise QB with that scared look in the eyes, saw it with Romo as well.

That makes zero sense at all. You dont all of a sudden lose confidence in yourself and lose the ability to identify routes. You could say he lost confidence in his Oline, which he should have.

Simple truth is when the Oline goes in the toilet the entire offense cant function properly. Never saw Romo scared either. Nonsense.
 

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Then why the denial at RB3 on this roster.
Do you think that would somehow be insulting to either Zeke or Pollard?
I would think they would both be inviting and welcoming of a real RB3.
Its a long season for just 2 RBs to carry the entire load.

Jones is an idiot. Thats just the simple truth. He thinks Zeke is some monster RB that can handle 350 touches and he doesnt need anyone else.
 

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That makes zero sense at all. You dont all of a sudden lose confidence in yourself and lose the ability to identify routes. You could say he lost confidence in his Oline, which he should have.

Simple truth is when the Oline goes in the toilet the entire offense cant function properly. Never saw Romo scared either. Nonsense.
you cant read, thought that was in the post
 
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