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News: BTB 3 reasons why Dallas can go 11-6
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TequilaCowboy
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The only way they can get to 11 victories will be if they sweep the NFCE again. That will be the first thing that needs to happen. We shall see.
nalam
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We know how that went last year, Of course I wouldnt mind us sweeping NFCE, but more important is winning against quality teams so that we can sustain that in the playoffs.
Start by beating the buccs.
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Oz-of-Cowboy-Country
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The article reads...
LVE and Barr return to Pro Bowl form.
Our kicker makes a difference in close games.
Moore elevates his play calling.
If all of those things came true, we could become a force to be reckoned with.
LVE and Barr return to Pro Bowl form.
Our kicker makes a difference in close games.
Moore elevates his play calling.
If all of those things came true, we could become a force to be reckoned with.
Bermystar12
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3 reasons? By who's math? 1 + 1 = 3 don't it?
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My three,
- Top 5 defense
- Top 5 special team
- Top 10 offense
jterrell
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If you are discussing plusses and minuses from last year:
Plusses--
1. Kicker -- Maher was simply better than Greg Z last year but also make a lot less money and has less hold over his ST coach. If Maher bombs he'll be on the street quickly.
2. Penalties -- Dallas was AWFUL in penalties last year ranking dead last in some metrics. They lost a ton of yardage off a top of the league offense. And for those that watched the games you felt that especially in those closer games like San Francisco. Would be nearly impossible to be as bad this year.
3. COVID drama -- No weird COVID rules or concerns this year.
4. Dak health -- He had a couple nagging injuries last year after returning from the broken ankle. The calf specifically looked impactful. As Dak has been durable, you'd expect better health this year with the full off-season to work out/train.
5. Young players get better, old players fall off. The surprises last year were all 1-3 year guys minus Kearse. We've added a lot of younger guys and should expect more positive surprises. Would anyone be shocked if Turpin scores 6 TDs this year?
Minuses--
1. La'el Collins is a Pro Bowl RT talent. Big loss from pure talent standpoint.
2. Amari Cooper is a top 20 WR. He is closer to 20 than 10 but those guys don't grow on trees.
3. Really easy 2021 schedule not promised again. Eagles should be competent and not lose to us by 30 a game for starters. Commoders might have an NFL QB this year.
4. Takeaways bolstered defense mightily.
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All in all, you can harp on one side or the other but on balance this team is probably better positioned for long-term success now than 12 months ago. Especially if you get a fully healthy Dak into the playoffs.
Plusses--
1. Kicker -- Maher was simply better than Greg Z last year but also make a lot less money and has less hold over his ST coach. If Maher bombs he'll be on the street quickly.
2. Penalties -- Dallas was AWFUL in penalties last year ranking dead last in some metrics. They lost a ton of yardage off a top of the league offense. And for those that watched the games you felt that especially in those closer games like San Francisco. Would be nearly impossible to be as bad this year.
3. COVID drama -- No weird COVID rules or concerns this year.
4. Dak health -- He had a couple nagging injuries last year after returning from the broken ankle. The calf specifically looked impactful. As Dak has been durable, you'd expect better health this year with the full off-season to work out/train.
5. Young players get better, old players fall off. The surprises last year were all 1-3 year guys minus Kearse. We've added a lot of younger guys and should expect more positive surprises. Would anyone be shocked if Turpin scores 6 TDs this year?
Minuses--
1. La'el Collins is a Pro Bowl RT talent. Big loss from pure talent standpoint.
2. Amari Cooper is a top 20 WR. He is closer to 20 than 10 but those guys don't grow on trees.
3. Really easy 2021 schedule not promised again. Eagles should be competent and not lose to us by 30 a game for starters. Commoders might have an NFL QB this year.
4. Takeaways bolstered defense mightily.
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All in all, you can harp on one side or the other but on balance this team is probably better positioned for long-term success now than 12 months ago. Especially if you get a fully healthy Dak into the playoffs.
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The defensive turnovers last season hid a lot of warts. However, they also missed some players due to injuries. They were learning a new defense and was the 3rd system in as many years.
This year, is the 2nd year under Dan Quinn, so now to the players that were there last season, will be playing on more instinct than think than react mode. They can also help the new players more so than they could last year, as it was new to them all.
DLaw and Gallimore are back, as they both missed a lot of game last year. That had its impact, especially on the run defense. Hill is all healthy and had a good TC, Bohanna looks much better.
Gregory missed time as well last season, and now they have a trio, in Armstrong, Williams, Fowler to replace him. They brought in Anthony Barr, LVE was playing well late last season.
The Safeties are the best group we had of many years, as depth at CB as well. The defense will be better.
Offense, kind of in flux with all the change and the unknown of how the OL will come out and play. As well the WR group. However being the #1 offense, they can still be good, even with a drop off if between #5 & #10.
I don't think even the most dislikers of the dislikers think they will drop below #10. But by the end of the season, they will be playing as if a top #5.
ST's, we have a return game, for once. And that can mean better field position. Which means several things. Better scoring opportunities, as well if they have to punt, they can pin oner teams inside the 20 regularly. As it also means less yards to go for scores, that will be one reason a drop off in offensive rankings. I will take that.
This year, is the 2nd year under Dan Quinn, so now to the players that were there last season, will be playing on more instinct than think than react mode. They can also help the new players more so than they could last year, as it was new to them all.
DLaw and Gallimore are back, as they both missed a lot of game last year. That had its impact, especially on the run defense. Hill is all healthy and had a good TC, Bohanna looks much better.
Gregory missed time as well last season, and now they have a trio, in Armstrong, Williams, Fowler to replace him. They brought in Anthony Barr, LVE was playing well late last season.
The Safeties are the best group we had of many years, as depth at CB as well. The defense will be better.
Offense, kind of in flux with all the change and the unknown of how the OL will come out and play. As well the WR group. However being the #1 offense, they can still be good, even with a drop off if between #5 & #10.
I don't think even the most dislikers of the dislikers think they will drop below #10. But by the end of the season, they will be playing as if a top #5.
ST's, we have a return game, for once. And that can mean better field position. Which means several things. Better scoring opportunities, as well if they have to punt, they can pin oner teams inside the 20 regularly. As it also means less yards to go for scores, that will be one reason a drop off in offensive rankings. I will take that.
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starfan1
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No thats Daks fault. Remember what you learned in the zone the QB has to overcome eveyone elses shortcomings.
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No, just Maher....