NFL network predicts Cowboys at 5 and 7 wins

[waving monkey]

All because of receivers? People really overvalue that position.

it's a passing league

 

[waving monkey]

If this team is going to underwhelm and only get 5 wins, then I say they should try a little harder and only get say 3 wins... That would garner a nice draft position and maybe get some changes made on the coaching staff.

If you're going to suck, then really suck... Don't screw around with average sucking.

OK I have been a closet "tank" supporter I keep to myself. Coming out feels so liberating

 

[jnday]

All because of receivers? People really overvalue that position.

We will see how valuable the WR position really is this year with all of these scrubs playing the position. It will be a pleasant surprise if the passing offense is in the top 25 this year.

 

[buybuydandavis]

Just saws analysts make those predictions, giving them less wins than the Saints, Rams, Bears and 49ers. Gotta say, the boys always seem to perform better during a season when the expectations are low, so I’m not mad about it.

Sounds like crazy pants to me.

I see an explosion of talent on the defense. Zeke back for the full season. A more spread offense with receivers who get separation for Dak.

The oline could sink us with another injury, but I wouldn't say that's more likely than not. If not for Fredbeard's illness, I'd think double digit wins are likely.

On LVE, people aren't expecting much, but that video of Lee praising him was very positive. Says that LVE picked up the defense very quickly. That's what normally holds rookies back. Doesn't sound like that will be an issue at all. And certainly his size and athleticism aren't an issue. We've got a lot on defense this year.

 

[buybuydandavis]

When ‘pundits’ are scanning the field they usually make predictions based on shiny established playmakers. The strength of this team will be in the trenches offensively and defensively.

I do worry about the oline. Already 2 new starters, and one a rookie. One more injury would be grim.

 

[fansince68]

I can't say they're wrong. Just do not know where this team is at offensively.

I've got some confidence in the defense.

The passing offense is a big ? for me.

Until we see this offense operating for a few games we just do not how efficient the passing offense will be.

The efficiency of the passing offense is going to determine the success of the Cowboy season. If it's like the first half of '17 some good things could happen. If it's like the last half then 5-7 wins could happen.

I'm worried about the coaching staff. We have the same offensive coordinator that is pass happy. We have fewer proven weapons. The defense seems to be better ...unknown if they are good enough to add wins to our record. Just imagine what's "gonna" happen when Dak gets injured on these RPO's. We won't win a game with our back ups. It's a shame that we haven't learned our lesson about having an adequate back up qb.

 

[Pantone282C]

A lot of people think the defense will be same old same ole.

They may be right and if it is we will be bad.

I think the D will shine.

 

[ActualCowboysFan]

the cowboys are not consistent winners year after year up one year down the next is one reason and most nfl talking heads don't like the cowboys but I think seven wins is pretty close to where they will end up

So what was last year?

 

[KJJ]

All because of receivers? People really overvalue that position.

It's the receivers and a few other areas that have many predicting doom and gloom. Witten and Dez led the team in TD receptions last season. Witten was a dependable chain mover/security blanket for Dak and he was the teams number one leader. The Cowboys have nothing but JAGS at WR and TE until proven otherwise. Dak isn't the type of QB that makes receivers better, he doesn't throw them open. If he doesn't bounce back with a solid season the Cowboys aren't going to pay him and they'll be looking for another QB. We're playing with a backup center for the foreseeable future and that could affect the entire OL if Looney doesn't perform or gets injured. Part of the reason Rush and White looked so bad in preseason was our backup OL. Speaking of our backup QB situation it's as bad as I've seen.

Rush sucked in preseason with poor throws and suffering a number of turnovers. If Dak gets injured it will be 2015 all over again. We're entering the season with an unproven kicker who's never kicked in the NFL. Three of our top scorers from the past decade Dez, Witten and Bailey are gone. If Zeke is the only offensive threat we have and has to account for most of the Cowboys points they'll struggle to win 8 games. If Zeke gets injured good luck scoring points without him, Dez, Witten or Bailey. At least one receiver is going to have to step up BIG and pose a threat and our new kicker is going to have to be consistent especially in presser situations or I don't see how the Cowboys are going to contend this season.

Anything is possible this season regardless how bad things look, we've seen it in the past but in the past we had a lot of talent at the skill positions. There's no secret what opponents are going to attempt to do. They're going to be gunning to stop Zeke and force Dak and our receivers to beat them. If none of our receivers step up and become a threat it's going to affect Dak's performance and this will likely be a very long season and you can quote me on that.

 

[DandyDon52]

So many changes with the Cowboys, I dont think anyone especially the so called experts, some of whom are just ex players
can predict with any real accuracy how the Cowboys will do this season.
It is always just a guess, but this year we have little to work with in our guessing.

They could be anywhere from real bad to real good.
I do think they will play better as the season goes along, so if they lose early dont give up.
This team needs playing experience together, and they didnt get much in PS.

 

[DandyDon52]

It's the receivers and a few other areas that have many predicting doom and gloom. Witten and Dez led the team in TD receptions last season. Witten was a dependable chain mover/security blanket for Dak and he was the teams number one leader. The Cowboys have nothing but JAGS at WR and TE until proven otherwise. Dak isn't the type of QB that makes receivers better, he doesn't throw them open. If he doesn't bounce back with a solid season the Cowboys aren't going to pay him and they'll be looking for another QB. We're playing with a backup center for the foreseeable future and that could affect the entire OL if Looney doesn't perform or gets injured. Part of the reason Rush and White looked so bad in preseason was our backup OL. Speaking of our backup QB situation it's as bad as I've seen.

Rush sucked in preseason with poor throws and suffering a number of turnovers. If Dak gets injured it will be 2015 all over again. We're entering the season with an unproven kicker who's never kicked in the NFL. Three of our top scorers from the past decade Dez, Witten and Bailey are gone. If Zeke is the only offensive threat we have and has to account for most of the Cowboys points they'll struggle to win 8 games. If Zeke gets injured good luck scoring points without him, Dez, Witten or Bailey. At least one receiver is going to have to step up BIG and pose a threat and our new kicker is going to have to be consistent especially in presser situations or I don't see how the Cowboys are going to contend this season.

Anything is possible this season regardless how bad things look, we've seen it in the past but in the past we had a lot of talent at the skill positions. There's no secret what opponents are going to attempt to do. They're going to be gunning to stop Zeke and force Dak and our receivers to beat them. If none of our receivers step up and become a threat it's going to affect Dak's performance and this will likely be a very long season and you can quote me on that.

you make some good points , I agree totally that the bkup qb's are awful, I cant believe they are going with them, but I guess JG and the Jones
boys think they are A ok!/
the receivers, no big names, but I think they will be ok.
The OL is a concern but I want to see how they do in first few games.
Now if they can run block ok but not pass block ok, I would simply run alot like 70%
but I am afraid linehan may go the other way and pass 60-70%

give it 3 games and then we can evaluate it all better.
And remember Carolina is one of the tougher defenses we will face this year, so dont expect a lot this first game.

 

[KJJ]

Everyone was predicting doom and gloom heading into the 2014 season. Even Jerry wasn't his usual optimistic self but we had three offensive players have career years Romo, Dez and Murray and two of them received MVP votes. It looked bad for the Cowboys heading into the 2016 season but Dak and Zeke were the two top rookies in 2016 with Zeke leading the league in rushing.

If two or three skill position players have great years this season, you can almost bet the farm the Cowboys will be in the race all year with as many arrows that are pointing up with the defense. The only bright spot entering this season is the potential for a fierce pass rush with DLaw and Gregory if he can stay off the suspended list.

 

[cityochamps]

Just saws analysts make those predictions, giving them less wins than the Saints, Rams, Bears and 49ers. Gotta say, the boys always seem to perform better during a season when the expectations are low, so I’m not mad about it.

Usually those low predictions come after an average season, once we rattle off 5 in a row the tunes will change and of course when we win the SB we will be favored early next year, just the way it is. We have not proved anything to anyone in a while. But I agree I think we do better when we are under the radar

 

[Oh_Canada]

Barring catastrophic injuries I have a hard time seeing anything less than eight wins and more likely ten.

The defense is going to be very good and the offense will be far better with the added speed and not forcing the ball to #88 as much.

 

[vaturkey]

They don't like our secondary, our O line or our receivers. If they are correct then their predictions would be correct.

 

[DFWJC]

Just saws analysts make those predictions, giving them less wins than the Saints, Rams, Bears and 49ers. Gotta say, the boys always seem to perform better during a season when the expectations are low, so I’m not mad about it.

Saints and Rams might easily be in NFC title game, having less than them isnt disasterous.
But 5-7 wins...that would be a bummer.

 

[Whyjerry]

It’s a process. What’s the hurry...

 

[Billyd]

I hear that statememt every so often..Its a passing league...Then I see teams in the east trying to match the Cowboys model, or more teams like The Rams or others. I AGREE a team needs to be able to pass, but I also agree in the tennants of running the ball, and stopping the run..

If That seems foreign or old school then just turn your books to 2014..Im not saying Dak is Romo either..Efficiency is key..With that I mean converting in the red zone..

THAT year I believe was Dezs best year, Demarcos best year and Of course the year Romo got jobbed out of the MVP. O by the way Romo Didnt have but 3400 yards passing and 9 TOS..

The more things change, the more they are the same!

 

[CowboyRoy]

The problem is they are not impartial. Since most don't like the Cowboys, and our recent history, they pick against us and expect little. I ignore them......

You ignore them until they pick them.

 

[Billyd]

About the WR issue..I see Two receivers who started last year, Starting this year..Although that doesnt make me tingly, Hurns seems to so far at least capable..Add in Gallup, Austin, & Thompson I see Veteran WR help all over..Maybe this season, its the erant opinion of doubters..

How about that?