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Cowboys Misconceptions
http://cowboyszone.com/2016/07/cowboys-misconceptions.html
The Cowboys have long since stuck the narrative they are content with their current roster heading into Training Camp. The plan has always been to wait until then to properly evaluate the players currently on the roster. Two popular misconceptions regarding the Dallas Cowboys 2016 off-season that I seem to be hearing ad nauseam:
Choosing to give your young players every opportunity to succeed isn’t the same thing as neglecting the position altogether. If the Cowboys don’t think a particular player is picking things up quickly enough, or the team happens to need said players roster spot, they won’t hesitate to make a transaction. Ideally, the FO would prefer to fill the holes with players that are currently on the roster though and can you blame them? The team invested their precious draft picks on some talented prospects that they believe can help contribute immediately. Not to mention, the Cowboys have typically been good at finding UDFA’s. The Cowboys will be looking for their rookies, along with the recently added veterans, to step up and prove that they’re worth the team’s initial investment. Wearing the Star is a privilege and it must be earned by each of them.
However, what the team wants and what they get are two very different things. Waiting to see the players practice with pads on and full contact before making rash decisions is just smart business. It’ll certainly help the FO better evaluate their players, but it won’t prevent the team from needing to make additional transactions. In fact, the team recently brought LB Justin Durant back on a one-year deal. With the recent news of a second suspension looming for DE Randy Gregory, the team could be looking to add some more help soon. Don’t be surprised if after a couple of Training Camp practices, or possibly even pre-season games, the Dallas Cowboys end up adding and subtracting a few more players before eventually solidifying their final 53-man roster. Especially closer to the deadline, once the other teams officially start releasing players...
...Backup Quarterback: Josh McCown, Mike Glennon and Derek Anderson are all decent backup QB’s that the Cowboys could potentially trade for if they feel compelled to add another QB into the mix. Anderson would be the hardest of the three to pry away, because Carolina would then be forced to rely on Joe Webb if something were to happen to Cam Newton, but for the right compensation I believe a deal could be made. Of course, the Cowboys could also choose to roll with what they’ve got. Even though Kellen Moore probably isn’t most of cowboyszone’s first choice for the backup QB role, he is still an improvement over the likes of either Matt Cassel or Brandon Weeden.
What I’d like to see happen: After signing Robert Griffin III (RG3) and drafting rookie Cody Kessler, to go along with both Josh McCown and Austin Davis, I’m hoping that McCown gets lost in the shuffle and released outright. Even if the Cowboys had to trade for him though, it’d be worth it to provide Moore with some competition in Training Camp. However, it’s more likely we’ll see the team offer a non-guaranteed contract to Nick Foles for the same purpose mentioned above.
Pass Rush: Even though the Atlanta Falcons seem to be the top choice for Dwight Freeney’s landing spot, I believe the Cowboys should make an attempt to bring the savvy veteran on board. He recorded eight sacks in 11 games with the Arizona Cardinals last year and the Cowboys would certainly benefit from having a pass rusher with his talents. The team wouldn’t need him to be an every down starter, but it’d be nice to turn him loose on the opposing quarterbacks and pile up some sacks.
What I’d like to see happen: Freeney sign with the Cowboys… even if only on a one-year deal. Despite reports that the Cowboys have shown no interest in Freeney, I find it hard to believe that the team isn’t licking their chops at the chance to bring him on board. I don’t think he cares to go through the rigors of Training Camp so don’t be surprised if his decision doesn’t come for a couple of weeks. Here’s to hoping he lands in Dallas!!
http://cowboyszone.com/2016/07/cowboys-misconceptions.html
The Cowboys have long since stuck the narrative they are content with their current roster heading into Training Camp. The plan has always been to wait until then to properly evaluate the players currently on the roster. Two popular misconceptions regarding the Dallas Cowboys 2016 off-season that I seem to be hearing ad nauseam:
- The team didn’t address the backup QB position.
- The team didn’t address the pass rush.
Choosing to give your young players every opportunity to succeed isn’t the same thing as neglecting the position altogether. If the Cowboys don’t think a particular player is picking things up quickly enough, or the team happens to need said players roster spot, they won’t hesitate to make a transaction. Ideally, the FO would prefer to fill the holes with players that are currently on the roster though and can you blame them? The team invested their precious draft picks on some talented prospects that they believe can help contribute immediately. Not to mention, the Cowboys have typically been good at finding UDFA’s. The Cowboys will be looking for their rookies, along with the recently added veterans, to step up and prove that they’re worth the team’s initial investment. Wearing the Star is a privilege and it must be earned by each of them.
However, what the team wants and what they get are two very different things. Waiting to see the players practice with pads on and full contact before making rash decisions is just smart business. It’ll certainly help the FO better evaluate their players, but it won’t prevent the team from needing to make additional transactions. In fact, the team recently brought LB Justin Durant back on a one-year deal. With the recent news of a second suspension looming for DE Randy Gregory, the team could be looking to add some more help soon. Don’t be surprised if after a couple of Training Camp practices, or possibly even pre-season games, the Dallas Cowboys end up adding and subtracting a few more players before eventually solidifying their final 53-man roster. Especially closer to the deadline, once the other teams officially start releasing players...
...Backup Quarterback: Josh McCown, Mike Glennon and Derek Anderson are all decent backup QB’s that the Cowboys could potentially trade for if they feel compelled to add another QB into the mix. Anderson would be the hardest of the three to pry away, because Carolina would then be forced to rely on Joe Webb if something were to happen to Cam Newton, but for the right compensation I believe a deal could be made. Of course, the Cowboys could also choose to roll with what they’ve got. Even though Kellen Moore probably isn’t most of cowboyszone’s first choice for the backup QB role, he is still an improvement over the likes of either Matt Cassel or Brandon Weeden.
What I’d like to see happen: After signing Robert Griffin III (RG3) and drafting rookie Cody Kessler, to go along with both Josh McCown and Austin Davis, I’m hoping that McCown gets lost in the shuffle and released outright. Even if the Cowboys had to trade for him though, it’d be worth it to provide Moore with some competition in Training Camp. However, it’s more likely we’ll see the team offer a non-guaranteed contract to Nick Foles for the same purpose mentioned above.
Pass Rush: Even though the Atlanta Falcons seem to be the top choice for Dwight Freeney’s landing spot, I believe the Cowboys should make an attempt to bring the savvy veteran on board. He recorded eight sacks in 11 games with the Arizona Cardinals last year and the Cowboys would certainly benefit from having a pass rusher with his talents. The team wouldn’t need him to be an every down starter, but it’d be nice to turn him loose on the opposing quarterbacks and pile up some sacks.
What I’d like to see happen: Freeney sign with the Cowboys… even if only on a one-year deal. Despite reports that the Cowboys have shown no interest in Freeney, I find it hard to believe that the team isn’t licking their chops at the chance to bring him on board. I don’t think he cares to go through the rigors of Training Camp so don’t be surprised if his decision doesn’t come for a couple of weeks. Here’s to hoping he lands in Dallas!!
