CFZ Cowboys over hyped

[mcmvp]

Here we are again heading into the season with the Cowboys predicted by too many fans to be a SB contender without any recent playoff success.

If we aren’t even picked to win our division then we’d have to win 3 playoff games on the road .

I understand our defense should be better and we are revamping our offense but our new offensive scheme is totally unproven . And I understand the NFC appears down with most of the better QB’s and teams in AFC.

But why would we propel ourselves ahead other more proven teams and QB’s in the NFC like Phil and SF. Both with more recent playoff success , NFC championship & SB appearances .

Even with departure of Brady and Rodgers from NFC which appears to take those two teams from contention there is still 2 other QB’s in NFC with playoff success and SB appearances which I’ll be watching to see if their teams have turned around . One is considered by many to be one of the teams to watch for this year.

But until we can take the next step in the playoffs kicking down the huge monkey on our backs along with our QB’s back then I’d argue we are still more SB Pretenders than Contenders until further evidence.

This doesn’t mean we can’t have some positive mojo heading into this season. We have had two consecutive 12 win seasons and finally won a road playoff game but IMO it’s not enough for the SB Hype .

I’m looking forward to see how this team develops offensively and defensively. Can we win our division . If we can then our chances increase if we can get a playoff game or two at home. At that time then we can begin setting higher expectations . I’m not sure why some fans need to have this hype surrounding our team to get excited about the season.

I agree the Cowboys are being over-hyped. They always are because of who they are. It comes with the territory for them.

But I also think the Eagles and 49ers are being over-hyped. The media always over-hypes the teams that were there the previous season. Both these teams have serious question marks that only the not to be played yet season will answer. There are 6 or 7 new playoff teams every year
and the SB hangover is a historical real thing.

This year the narrative is how strong the AFC is and how weak the NFC is. The AFC is the stronger conference, but I don’t think it will be as obvious as the current narrative is making it sound. Just my 2 cents

 

[loublue22]

Classic Dallas to be the #2 in the conference with #1 in the same division.

 

[Reid1boys]

Downer

 

[Deionindahood]

The Gm isn't playing. The team is very good.

The GM decides who plays. Every year this team has been good.

 

[rambo2]

The GM decides who plays. Every year this team has been good.

This team is better. Much better at receiver and with the addition of Gilmore at corner.

 

[Diehardblues]

We're also over hyped by our own executives

It’s their job to promote and hype their product.

 

[Diehardblues]

They have a very good chance of winning the division and being the number 1 team in the NFC. At worst they are a top 3 team in the NFC.
1. Eagles
2. 49ers
3. Cowboys
4. Seahawks
5. Lions

That would mean 3 playoff games on the road . And why the seedings in the playoffs needs to be adjusted .

 

[Deionindahood]

The GM built a solid team. Say what we want about the owner but this team currently built is a very good team.

He's been building solid teams for the past 27 years. Jerry was good back when there was no salary cap (pre 1996) and he could buy talent. Since then, drafting players became more import....Jerry has done zilch. Jerry is an egotist who thinks he's the smartest man in the room, and his results show.

 

[Diehardblues]

What hype are you buying in to? That we are a good team?

That we are a playoff contender , not SB contender .

Now that could change if we could win our division and get a couple hole playoff games.

 

[Rockport]

Here we are again heading into the season with the Cowboys predicted by too many fans to be a SB contender without any recent playoff success.

If we aren’t even picked to win our division then we’d have to win 3 playoff games on the road .

I understand our defense should be better and we are revamping our offense but our new offensive scheme is totally unproven . And I understand the NFC appears down with most of the better QB’s and teams in AFC.

But why would we propel ourselves ahead other more proven teams and QB’s in the NFC like Phil and SF. Both with more recent playoff success , NFC championship & SB appearances .

Even with departure of Brady and Rodgers from NFC which appears to take those two teams from contention there is still 2 other QB’s in NFC with playoff success and SB appearances which I’ll be watching to see if their teams have turned around . One is considered by many to be one of the teams to watch for this year.

But until we can take the next step in the playoffs kicking down the huge monkey on our backs along with our QB’s back then I’d argue we are still more SB Pretenders than Contenders until further evidence.

This doesn’t mean we can’t have some positive mojo heading into this season. We have had two consecutive 12 win seasons and finally won a road playoff game but IMO it’s not enough for the SB Hype .

I’m looking forward to see how this team develops offensively and defensively. Can we win our division . If we can then our chances increase if we can get a playoff game or two at home. At that time then we can begin setting higher expectations . I’m not sure why some fans need to have this hype surrounding our team to get excited about the season.

 

[Rockport]

The Gm isn't playing. The team is very good.

Don’t let the haters bring you down. You’re one of the better posters here. Keep it up.

 

[Reid1boys]

I’d agree. Im looking forward to this season as well. But we don’t have to buy into the SB hype to be optimistic or excited.

What exactly does "Buy into the SB hype mean?" Can you link to threads or quotes from this board that are examples of "Buying into the SB hype?"
I have not seen many threads that state we are going to the SB. You have stated that I basically drink the Koolaid every year, yet not once in the 15 or so years we hve probably been butting heads on these boards have I ever said we are going to the SB.

 

[Rockport]

That we are a playoff contender , not SB contender .

Now that could change if we could win our division and get a couple hole playoff games.

Or we good beat every team we face in the playoffs. If things go good with injuries, there’s no reason this team can’t compete for a SB.

 

[Diehardblues]

Now I'm usually on the OP side of things however disagree this year.

Defense has the capabilites of fielding a top 3-5 unit. Offense has the capabilites of fielding a top 10 unit. WR group is greatly improved and think we will be completely fine at the RB position. Kicker....

Argurably comes down to QB and OL health however that can be said for any team.

Eagles and niners the biggest obstacle.. with this line up and we stay relatively healthy absolutely no reason why we shouldn't sniff at least the conference game. Could argurably be one of the most talented teams we've had in a very long time bar a year or two

I didn’t dispute any of that . But it doesn’t translate to a SB contender.

While I also added we are a solid playoff contender and if could win division become a SB contender but not headed into season with our recent history and trends without knowing how it plays out.

Come December or January my outlook could change .

 

[LysleE]

The Cowboys are only over-hyped by their mouthpiece of an owner who is a chronic sufferer of foot-in-mouth disease. Every year he pronounces that they “like our guys” or have found the “secret sauce” or have the “best team and QB” and are ready to win the Super Bowl.
The Cowboys are talented, but because of Jerrry they are also entitled…and soft and that shows itself towards the latter half of the season and in the playoffs.

 

[Rockport]

I didn’t dispute any of that . But it doesn’t translate to a SB contender.

While I also added we are a solid playoff contender and if could win division become a SB contender but not headed into season with our recent history and trends without knowing how it plays out.

Come December or January my outlook could change .

So a Bandwagon Fan. Got it.

 

[Diehardblues]

What exactly does "Buy into the SB hype mean?" Can you link to threads or quotes from this board that are examples of "Buying into the SB hype?"
I have not seen many threads that state we are going to the SB. You have stated that I basically drink the Koolaid every year, yet not once in the 15 or so years we hve probably been butting heads on these boards have I ever said we are going to the SB.

You can conduct your fandom however suits your beliefs . If you don’t know what buying the hype means then I can’t help you . I think it’s pretty obvious the vibe we are seeing .

I’m here to provide my view. Which is still looking forward to the season and hopes of success. But with our recent history and trends in playoffs pardon me if I wait until at least December or January before I raise my expectations.

I’ll like our chances much more if we can win our Division with at least a couple playoff games at home . I’m not sure why so many fans need to buy into the hype to be excited about the season.

 

[Diehardblues]

So a Bandwagon Fan. Got it.

Yea right. I’ve been a bandwagon fan since 1963. Lol

Get over it Rockie. Not everyone is a Blind Homer.

 

[Typhus]

They have a very good chance of winning the division and being the number 1 team in the NFC. At worst they are a top 3 team in the NFC.
1. Eagles
2. 49ers
3. Cowboys
4. Seahawks
5. Lions

We are in the top 5 NFC, there should be little question there.

 

[Diehardblues]

Or we good beat every team we face in the playoffs. If things go good with injuries, there’s no reason this team can’t compete for a SB.

Right but like I said wouldn’t expect us to win 3 playoff games on the road.

How many teams in NFL are being hyped to be a SB contender that aren’t even picked to win their division?

And why I’m saying we are being over hyped . Doesn’t mean we can’t do it . I just don’t expect it based on our recent history, trends and not winning division .

If we do then my view could change . It’s called reevaluating our situation on current trends . And why where we are in Dec and Jan could influence my view. That’s sound analysis.