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No way. We'll be heavily favored over both Carolina and Indianapolis.
Are the Cowboys playing with "House Money" now or will it be after another win?
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DenCWBY
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Thanks!! I do not understand any other way of thinking about the SB tournament.
CowboysFanSince88
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This may sound dumb but I don't want anymore games at Texas stadium. We are back on the road where we are comfortable
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You don't understand the definition of House Money?
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Certainly I think there is less expectation for the Cowboys to win against a GB team at Lambaeu. Because of that there is naturally less pressure by the very definition of expectation. That does not mean that the goals and desires of the team is any different, any less then before.
Personally I expect players to feel more comfortable on the whole when pressure is not on their mind and they can focus on the game and only the game ; not the reactions of the outside world that inevitably creeps in at times. On the other hand, some players can thrive under those conditions.
I think the lowered expectations at this point from places outside the team could help the Cowboys. I also think the uproar caused by the officiating will give the Cowboys an extra edge. I'm certain the players feel they absolutely earned the win versus the Lions 100% (and rightfully so) while many are discrediting it because of the PI call. It might give them an extra edge when they go to Green Bay.
Personally I expect players to feel more comfortable on the whole when pressure is not on their mind and they can focus on the game and only the game ; not the reactions of the outside world that inevitably creeps in at times. On the other hand, some players can thrive under those conditions.
I think the lowered expectations at this point from places outside the team could help the Cowboys. I also think the uproar caused by the officiating will give the Cowboys an extra edge. I'm certain the players feel they absolutely earned the win versus the Lions 100% (and rightfully so) while many are discrediting it because of the PI call. It might give them an extra edge when they go to Green Bay.
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Perhaps I do not. Is it that we have gone further than anyone thought so any loss from here on out is ok? If that is the case, then I don't consider a loss at this point ok.
I want to win out while there's the opportunity. This team is not a dark horse and they have gone toe to toe and won the big battles. They can win out and if they don't I will be disappointed.
There are no guarantees for next year. If Romo goes down, this is all she wrote for a while or longer. Theres no right or wrong to it, It's just my opinion.
Is that what you mean as "House $$"?
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Considering it was imploded in 2010, I dont think that will be a problem
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Yes, being a underdog and not being given a shot on top of exceeding this season's expectation. But something tells me they maybe favored by like 1 if they beat GB and that is not what I want.
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I don't want any games in Dallas until next season. And why would you? 8-0 on the road, and only 2 int's by Romo in 8 games
john van brocklin
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The Cowboys have well exceeded my expectations.
Any more wins will be gravy in my eyes.
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If ever a team was up built for the road.... THIS ONE IS!!!
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Ok, so if they take GB you think they will be favored in Seattle? Certainly they will be favored playing NC at home.
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i think when you have a year to year league and you are in the playoffs I think you need to win it all if there is a chance because you may never get this close again. I think this team has a real chance to do something very special and I hope they fulfill there promise.
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Yes I do because of these reasons below
1. 9-0 on the road
2. 6 game winning streak
3. Overcame all odds this season
Like I said it would be 1 or 2 pt favored
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I Just hope we have a chance to find out.
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The concept of house money is bass-ackwards when applied to sports teams. Somehow we are supposed to accept that the media and fans have accurately predetermined their abilities and once they've past that point it's all gravy. The team should answer these "house money" questions with "when did all you idiots become experts on this team? Cuz you haven't gotten anything right so far..."
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Agree. They have already exceeded all expectations except their own.
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I have that same feelings with Carolina, that they can take out Seattle this weekend. Now Indy I don't know about.
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For fans yes for the team no, people have their expectation and the team has their expectation.