CFZ And we are off!

[Pokes12]

The Dallas Cowboys win the Super Bowl, three times every year; the day of the draft, during OTAs, and Training Camp.
Every puff piece that comes from Jerry's minions includes positives about all the draft picks, the few free agents we signed, and how glorious our new defense will be under Zimmer. Let's be honest, we have a mediocre team that somehow plays well in the regular season, especially at home, and then they collectively swallow the Jim Jones Kool-aid and fold like a cheap umbrella in the playoffs.

This team has huge holes in offense and defense. We have no good to great running backs. We have two retread veterans, a player who is good and would be a good second if we had an RB1 Deuce, who is a fan favorite, is unlikely to carve out a career in the NFL that looks anything like his college production. He is just too darn small.

On the defensive side of the ball, we have glaring holes at DT and Linebacker. We have no one who can clog the middle. I see nothing but red flags concerning Mazi. They are now referring to mental health issues on top of his lack of production. That is not good. I hate when fans prematurely call a player a bust, but in this case I have a foreboding feeling that Mazi was a wasted NO. 1 pick. (Same for Schoonmaker, a wasted 2nd round pick).

We are in the process of adopting a completely different defensive scheme, something that takes time and leadership. We have limited time and other than D Law, we have no leadership on the defensive side of the ball. There seems to be some confusion as to where Parsons fits in the defense. They always talk about moving him around, but folks, Zimmer is a run-first defense and our DEs will not be attacking the QB on every down. This defense requires discipline and attention to detail. Do we think our players, who are pampered beyond belief, are going to buy into Old School and adapt to its intricacies? Our guys love to freelance and get the accolades that come with QB sacks.

Lastly, I loved what Bland did last year but we cannot expect anything like that this year. Bland is a gambler and from what I saw from him last year, not a coverage corner. He routinely got torched when he wasn't picking off errant passes. He makes me very uncomfortable. We need to sign Gilmore. I just don't understand our FO, why are they not signing him to an incentive-laden contract? He brings veteran experience and leadership. We probably lose him to Houston who will pay him two sacks of coal and incentives that require contribution. We played this game with Zeke and he went to the Pats. We must have thought that he was washed up. But now, a year later, he is the prodigal son and the answer to our abysmal running game. That is a tough one to swallow. I like Zeke as a pass blocker and a short-yardage guy. In my opinion, we never should have let him walk. He could have been helpful in our red zone running quagmire.

In conclusion, please do not fall for all the puff and effusive praise about players that are thrown about at this stage of the season. I just read an article where McCarthy was gushing with enthusiasm about Freeman. He is a poor man's Zeke and someone who has been cut more than Leon "Cyclone Hart in his fight with Vito Antuofermo in 1977. We will not win the Super Bowl again this year. I am concerned, that with our schedule, we will have a below 500 team. Then the blood letting will begin. Bye, Mike McCarthy, it was nice knowing you. Will Zimmer step up? Will Dak be gone also? I see some dark clouds in the horizon, so I am setting my expectations low so as not to be expecting more than what this team can give us the fans who seem to care much more about winning than some of the players who see playing as strictly a business.

 

[Chasing6]

The Dallas Cowboys win the Super Bowl, three times every year; the day of the draft, during OTAs, and Training Camp.
Every puff piece that comes from Jerry's minions includes positives about all the draft picks, the few free agents we signed, and how glorious our new defense will be under Zimmer. Let's be honest, we have a mediocre team that somehow plays well in the regular season, especially at home, and then they collectively swallow the Jim Jones Kool-aid and fold like a cheap umbrella in the playoffs.

This team has huge holes in offense and defense. We have no good to great running backs. We have two retread veterans, a player who is good and would be a good second if we had an RB1 Deuce, who is a fan favorite, is unlikely to carve out a career in the NFL that looks anything like his college production. He is just too darn small.

On the defensive side of the ball, we have glaring holes at DT and Linebacker. We have no one who can clog the middle. I see nothing but red flags concerning Mazi. They are now referring to mental health issues on top of his lack of production. That is not good. I hate when fans prematurely call a player a bust, but in this case I have a foreboding feeling that Mazi was a wasted NO. 1 pick. (Same for Schoonmaker, a wasted 2nd round pick).

We are in the process of adopting a completely different defensive scheme, something that takes time and leadership. We have limited time and other than D Law, we have no leadership on the defensive side of the ball. There seems to be some confusion as to where Parsons fits in the defense. They always talk about moving him around, but folks, Zimmer is a run-first defense and our DEs will not be attacking the QB on every down. This defense requires discipline and attention to detail. Do we think our players, who are pampered beyond belief, are going to buy into Old School and adapt to its intricacies? Our guys love to freelance and get the accolades that come with QB sacks.

Lastly, I loved what Bland did last year but we cannot expect anything like that this year. Bland is a gambler and from what I saw from him last year, not a coverage corner. He routinely got torched when he wasn't picking off errant passes. He makes me very uncomfortable. We need to sign Gilmore. I just don't understand our FO, why are they not signing him to an incentive-laden contract? He brings veteran experience and leadership. We probably lose him to Houston who will pay him two sacks of coal and incentives that require contribution. We played this game with Zeke and he went to the Pats. We must have thought that he was washed up. But now, a year later, he is the prodigal son and the answer to our abysmal running game. That is a tough one to swallow. I like Zeke as a pass blocker and a short-yardage guy. In my opinion, we never should have let him walk. He could have been helpful in our red zone running quagmire.

In conclusion, please do not fall for all the puff and effusive praise about players that are thrown about at this stage of the season. I just read an article where McCarthy was gushing with enthusiasm about Freeman. He is a poor man's Zeke and someone who has been cut more than Leon "Cyclone Hart in his fight with Vito Antuofermo in 1977. We will not win the Super Bowl again this year. I am concerned, that with our schedule, we will have a below 500 team. Then the blood letting will begin. Bye, Mike McCarthy, it was nice knowing you. Will Zimmer step up? Will Dak be gone also? I see some dark clouds in the horizon, so I am setting my expectations low so as not to be expecting more than what this team can give us the fans who seem to care much more about winning than some of the players who see playing as strictly a business.

Was he told to gush about Freeman from GM Jethro or is he allowed to talk freely?

Do you think he is allowed to say our FA picks, they very few that we made, are not gonna help this football team?

 

[MoistMayonnaise]

That's a lot of words .

 

[exciter]

Lol!
Sometimes I think the members of this board alone could keep depends in business!

 

[CWR]

The Dallas Cowboys win the Super Bowl, three times every year; the day of the draft, during OTAs, and Training Camp.
Every puff piece that comes from Jerry's minions includes positives about all the draft picks, the few free agents we signed, and how glorious our new defense will be under Zimmer. Let's be honest, we have a mediocre team that somehow plays well in the regular season, especially at home, and then they collectively swallow the Jim Jones Kool-aid and fold like a cheap umbrella in the playoffs.

This team has huge holes in offense and defense. We have no good to great running backs. We have two retread veterans, a player who is good and would be a good second if we had an RB1 Deuce, who is a fan favorite, is unlikely to carve out a career in the NFL that looks anything like his college production. He is just too darn small.

On the defensive side of the ball, we have glaring holes at DT and Linebacker. We have no one who can clog the middle. I see nothing but red flags concerning Mazi. They are now referring to mental health issues on top of his lack of production. That is not good. I hate when fans prematurely call a player a bust, but in this case I have a foreboding feeling that Mazi was a wasted NO. 1 pick. (Same for Schoonmaker, a wasted 2nd round pick).

We are in the process of adopting a completely different defensive scheme, something that takes time and leadership. We have limited time and other than D Law, we have no leadership on the defensive side of the ball. There seems to be some confusion as to where Parsons fits in the defense. They always talk about moving him around, but folks, Zimmer is a run-first defense and our DEs will not be attacking the QB on every down. This defense requires discipline and attention to detail. Do we think our players, who are pampered beyond belief, are going to buy into Old School and adapt to its intricacies? Our guys love to freelance and get the accolades that come with QB sacks.

Lastly, I loved what Bland did last year but we cannot expect anything like that this year. Bland is a gambler and from what I saw from him last year, not a coverage corner. He routinely got torched when he wasn't picking off errant passes. He makes me very uncomfortable. We need to sign Gilmore. I just don't understand our FO, why are they not signing him to an incentive-laden contract? He brings veteran experience and leadership. We probably lose him to Houston who will pay him two sacks of coal and incentives that require contribution. We played this game with Zeke and he went to the Pats. We must have thought that he was washed up. But now, a year later, he is the prodigal son and the answer to our abysmal running game. That is a tough one to swallow. I like Zeke as a pass blocker and a short-yardage guy. In my opinion, we never should have let him walk. He could have been helpful in our red zone running quagmire.

In conclusion, please do not fall for all the puff and effusive praise about players that are thrown about at this stage of the season. I just read an article where McCarthy was gushing with enthusiasm about Freeman. He is a poor man's Zeke and someone who has been cut more than Leon "Cyclone Hart in his fight with Vito Antuofermo in 1977. We will not win the Super Bowl again this year. I am concerned, that with our schedule, we will have a below 500 team. Then the blood letting will begin. Bye, Mike McCarthy, it was nice knowing you. Will Zimmer step up? Will Dak be gone also? I see some dark clouds in the horizon, so I am setting my expectations low so as not to be expecting more than what this team can give us the fans who seem to care much more about winning than some of the players who see playing as strictly a business.

You're overly negative. We have a good team, better than mediocre. They have a strong chance at raising hope before crushing our spirits in the playoffs.

I think we'll be ok at LB. Overshown, Kendricks and putting Clark in his natural position should be a nice combo. Parsons will likely see more time at LB as well.

We are screwed at DT. The type of stuff I've read and found to be most concerning is Mazi having some type of mental health issues. Maybe that's actually why he lost weight and why we didn't get much explanation because it's one area of player health that may still be HIPPA protected? Anyhow we've got very little in the middle.

Also our rbs are concerning. If the oline blocks well they may be decent, but my concern is no one will be threatened by them and Dak will have to face a lot of extra coverage. Not a good recipe.

Still I think we have the talent to put together a fun, ultimately disappointing season. Full disclosure I stopped reading after your third or fourth paragraph. No offense to you though, because I think we agree in principle. You're just a little further down the negativity spectrum than me.

 

[CowboysRule]

In the salary cap era literally every team has holes. You can't have All-pros at every position. You hide your weaknesses and emphasize your strengths. I think it would do a lot of you guys good if you actually looked into other franchises from time to time to see that nothing with the Cowboys is that far from how every other team does things.

 

[MonsterD]

But how do you really feel? Get it all out.

 

[Chasing6]

You're overly negative. We have a good team, better than mediocre. They have a strong chance at raising hope before crushing our spirits in the playoffs.

I think we'll be ok at LB. Overshown, Kendricks and putting Clark in his natural position should be a nice combo. Parsons will likely see more time at LB as well.

We are screwed at DT. The type of stuff I've read and found to be most concerning is Mazi having some type of mental health issues. Maybe that's actually why he lost weight and why we didn't get much explanation because it's one area of player health that may still be HIPPA protected? Anyhow we've got very little in the middle.

Also our rbs are concerning. If the oline blocks well they may be decent, but my concern is no one will be threatened by them and Dak will have to face a lot of extra coverage. Not a good recipe.

Still I think we have the talent to put together a fun, ultimately disappointing season. Full disclosure I stopped reading after your third or fourth paragraph. No offense to you though, because I think we agree in principle. You're just a little further down the negativity spectrum than me.

LB's struggle without DT's.

 

[Coogiguy03]

I just want to know who will be the big injury that takes place this year

 

[jujoboys]

That's a lot of words .

I think I will wait for the cliff notes to be published.

 

[big dog cowboy]

other than D Law, we have no leadership on the defensive side of the ball.

Easily the most overused phrase with the Cowboys is leadership.

Exactly what have they accomplished with all the so-called leaders they have had the last 28 years?

Just get me some dawgs and let's play some football.

 

[CWR]

LB's struggle without DT's.

Sure but it doesn't mean we need lbs does it? We need DTs.

 

[KJJ]

That's a lot of words .

Didn’t read a single one of them. Some have way too much time on their hands.

 

[Loso86]

The Dallas Cowboys win the Super Bowl, three times every year; the day of the draft, during OTAs, and Training Camp.
Every puff piece that comes from Jerry's minions includes positives about all the draft picks, the few free agents we signed, and how glorious our new defense will be under Zimmer. Let's be honest, we have a mediocre team that somehow plays well in the regular season, especially at home, and then they collectively swallow the Jim Jones Kool-aid and fold like a cheap umbrella in the playoffs.

This team has huge holes in offense and defense. We have no good to great running backs. We have two retread veterans, a player who is good and would be a good second if we had an RB1 Deuce, who is a fan favorite, is unlikely to carve out a career in the NFL that looks anything like his college production. He is just too darn small.

On the defensive side of the ball, we have glaring holes at DT and Linebacker. We have no one who can clog the middle. I see nothing but red flags concerning Mazi. They are now referring to mental health issues on top of his lack of production. That is not good. I hate when fans prematurely call a player a bust, but in this case I have a foreboding feeling that Mazi was a wasted NO. 1 pick. (Same for Schoonmaker, a wasted 2nd round pick).

We are in the process of adopting a completely different defensive scheme, something that takes time and leadership. We have limited time and other than D Law, we have no leadership on the defensive side of the ball. There seems to be some confusion as to where Parsons fits in the defense. They always talk about moving him around, but folks, Zimmer is a run-first defense and our DEs will not be attacking the QB on every down. This defense requires discipline and attention to detail. Do we think our players, who are pampered beyond belief, are going to buy into Old School and adapt to its intricacies? Our guys love to freelance and get the accolades that come with QB sacks.

Lastly, I loved what Bland did last year but we cannot expect anything like that this year. Bland is a gambler and from what I saw from him last year, not a coverage corner. He routinely got torched when he wasn't picking off errant passes. He makes me very uncomfortable. We need to sign Gilmore. I just don't understand our FO, why are they not signing him to an incentive-laden contract? He brings veteran experience and leadership. We probably lose him to Houston who will pay him two sacks of coal and incentives that require contribution. We played this game with Zeke and he went to the Pats. We must have thought that he was washed up. But now, a year later, he is the prodigal son and the answer to our abysmal running game. That is a tough one to swallow. I like Zeke as a pass blocker and a short-yardage guy. In my opinion, we never should have let him walk. He could have been helpful in our red zone running quagmire.

In conclusion, please do not fall for all the puff and effusive praise about players that are thrown about at this stage of the season. I just read an article where McCarthy was gushing with enthusiasm about Freeman. He is a poor man's Zeke and someone who has been cut more than Leon "Cyclone Hart in his fight with Vito Antuofermo in 1977. We will not win the Super Bowl again this year. I am concerned, that with our schedule, we will have a below 500 team. Then the blood letting will begin. Bye, Mike McCarthy, it was nice knowing you. Will Zimmer step up? Will Dak be gone also? I see some dark clouds in the horizon, so I am setting my expectations low so as not to be expecting more than what this team can give us the fans who seem to care much more about winning than some of the players who see playing as strictly a business.

That's alot.....lmao every team has holes this team is better than average and mediocre. Even with the "Holes" this is a top 10 to 15 team. Question is will guys step up that need to or are expected to. Salary happens sometimws

 

[Rockport]

The Dallas Cowboys win the Super Bowl, three times every year; the day of the draft, during OTAs, and Training Camp.
Every puff piece that comes from Jerry's minions includes positives about all the draft picks, the few free agents we signed, and how glorious our new defense will be under Zimmer. Let's be honest, we have a mediocre team that somehow plays well in the regular season, especially at home, and then they collectively swallow the Jim Jones Kool-aid and fold like a cheap umbrella in the playoffs.

This team has huge holes in offense and defense. We have no good to great running backs. We have two retread veterans, a player who is good and would be a good second if we had an RB1 Deuce, who is a fan favorite, is unlikely to carve out a career in the NFL that looks anything like his college production. He is just too darn small.

On the defensive side of the ball, we have glaring holes at DT and Linebacker. We have no one who can clog the middle. I see nothing but red flags concerning Mazi. They are now referring to mental health issues on top of his lack of production. That is not good. I hate when fans prematurely call a player a bust, but in this case I have a foreboding feeling that Mazi was a wasted NO. 1 pick. (Same for Schoonmaker, a wasted 2nd round pick).

We are in the process of adopting a completely different defensive scheme, something that takes time and leadership. We have limited time and other than D Law, we have no leadership on the defensive side of the ball. There seems to be some confusion as to where Parsons fits in the defense. They always talk about moving him around, but folks, Zimmer is a run-first defense and our DEs will not be attacking the QB on every down. This defense requires discipline and attention to detail. Do we think our players, who are pampered beyond belief, are going to buy into Old School and adapt to its intricacies? Our guys love to freelance and get the accolades that come with QB sacks.

Lastly, I loved what Bland did last year but we cannot expect anything like that this year. Bland is a gambler and from what I saw from him last year, not a coverage corner. He routinely got torched when he wasn't picking off errant passes. He makes me very uncomfortable. We need to sign Gilmore. I just don't understand our FO, why are they not signing him to an incentive-laden contract? He brings veteran experience and leadership. We probably lose him to Houston who will pay him two sacks of coal and incentives that require contribution. We played this game with Zeke and he went to the Pats. We must have thought that he was washed up. But now, a year later, he is the prodigal son and the answer to our abysmal running game. That is a tough one to swallow. I like Zeke as a pass blocker and a short-yardage guy. In my opinion, we never should have let him walk. He could have been helpful in our red zone running quagmire.

In conclusion, please do not fall for all the puff and effusive praise about players that are thrown about at this stage of the season. I just read an article where McCarthy was gushing with enthusiasm about Freeman. He is a poor man's Zeke and someone who has been cut more than Leon "Cyclone Hart in his fight with Vito Antuofermo in 1977. We will not win the Super Bowl again this year. I am concerned, that with our schedule, we will have a below 500 team. Then the blood letting will begin. Bye, Mike McCarthy, it was nice knowing you. Will Zimmer step up? Will Dak be gone also? I see some dark clouds in the horizon, so I am setting my expectations low so as not to be expecting more than what this team can give us the fans who seem to care much more about winning than some of the players who see playing as strictly a business.

We need a “Poor, poor me” forum.

 

[Rockport]

Was he told to gush about Freeman from GM Jethro or is he allowed to talk freely?

Do you think he is allowed to say our FA picks, they very few that we made, are not gonna help this football team?

It takes a lotta words to try and justify being a quitter.

 

[Rockport]

Lol!
Sometimes I think the members of this board alone could keep depends in business!

 

[KingCorcoran]

The Dallas Cowboys win the Super Bowl, three times every year; the day of the draft, during OTAs, and Training Camp.
Every puff piece that comes from Jerry's minions includes positives about all the draft picks, the few free agents we signed, and how glorious our new defense will be under Zimmer. Let's be honest, we have a mediocre team that somehow plays well in the regular season, especially at home, and then they collectively swallow the Jim Jones Kool-aid and fold like a cheap umbrella in the playoffs.

This team has huge holes in offense and defense. We have no good to great running backs. We have two retread veterans, a player who is good and would be a good second if we had an RB1 Deuce, who is a fan favorite, is unlikely to carve out a career in the NFL that looks anything like his college production. He is just too darn small.

On the defensive side of the ball, we have glaring holes at DT and Linebacker. We have no one who can clog the middle. I see nothing but red flags concerning Mazi. They are now referring to mental health issues on top of his lack of production. That is not good. I hate when fans prematurely call a player a bust, but in this case I have a foreboding feeling that Mazi was a wasted NO. 1 pick. (Same for Schoonmaker, a wasted 2nd round pick).

We are in the process of adopting a completely different defensive scheme, something that takes time and leadership. We have limited time and other than D Law, we have no leadership on the defensive side of the ball. There seems to be some confusion as to where Parsons fits in the defense. They always talk about moving him around, but folks, Zimmer is a run-first defense and our DEs will not be attacking the QB on every down. This defense requires discipline and attention to detail. Do we think our players, who are pampered beyond belief, are going to buy into Old School and adapt to its intricacies? Our guys love to freelance and get the accolades that come with QB sacks.

Lastly, I loved what Bland did last year but we cannot expect anything like that this year. Bland is a gambler and from what I saw from him last year, not a coverage corner. He routinely got torched when he wasn't picking off errant passes. He makes me very uncomfortable. We need to sign Gilmore. I just don't understand our FO, why are they not signing him to an incentive-laden contract? He brings veteran experience and leadership. We probably lose him to Houston who will pay him two sacks of coal and incentives that require contribution. We played this game with Zeke and he went to the Pats. We must have thought that he was washed up. But now, a year later, he is the prodigal son and the answer to our abysmal running game. That is a tough one to swallow. I like Zeke as a pass blocker and a short-yardage guy. In my opinion, we never should have let him walk. He could have been helpful in our red zone running quagmire.

In conclusion, please do not fall for all the puff and effusive praise about players that are thrown about at this stage of the season. I just read an article where McCarthy was gushing with enthusiasm about Freeman. He is a poor man's Zeke and someone who has been cut more than Leon "Cyclone Hart in his fight with Vito Antuofermo in 1977. We will not win the Super Bowl again this year. I am concerned, that with our schedule, we will have a below 500 team. Then the blood letting will begin. Bye, Mike McCarthy, it was nice knowing you. Will Zimmer step up? Will Dak be gone also? I see some dark clouds in the horizon, so I am setting my expectations low so as not to be expecting more than what this team can give us the fans who seem to care much more about winning than some of the players who see playing as strictly a business.

I think you’re taking the narrow view. I’m confident Trey Lance will lead the Cowboys to a Super Bowl victory this season. He’s a phenom. I’m sure of it because I’ve read that several times on CZ. Cowboys have a phenom. Can’t do much better than that.

 

[plasticman]

Only one team has won more games than the Cowboys over the past three seasons. The Chiefs have won one more game than the Cowboys.

Granted the Cowboys have been dismal in the playoffs but at least they were given an opportunity.

Six teams made the playoffs in all three seasons, the Bills, Cowboys, Chiefs, Eagles, Bucs and 49ers.

 

[gimmesix]

That's a lot of words .

And all pretty much bad-mouthing the team. I'm not happy with our approach to free agency. I don't believe we can contend for Super Bowls with it, and I think that has been proven. But that doesn't mean it's all bad. It's not good enough, but we may still be a playoff team. I know some would prefer to go belly-up than just be a team that gets into the playoffs, but I don't think I could stand to watch a miserable season, and I don't know if it would result in real change anyway. Jerry and Stephen might shuffle the deck chairs but they are still driving the ship into the iceberg.