Dallas Cowboys' Flawed Strategy

[Verdict]

If you look at the current tankathon standings there are about 9 teams that are arguably worse teams than the Cowboys. There are about 8-10 teams that you could argue are in the same tier as the Cowboys but are slightly better, more consistent teams. The remainder of the teams are clearly better than the Cowboys as currently constructed.

Of the middle tier that Contains the Cowboys, arguably none of those teams will try to improve their record within that tier. The highest ranking team will draft 18. The lowest ranked team (worst record) will draft 10th.

The Cowboys have, for 30 years now, prioritized winning even after the teams around them are trying to improve draft position.

The options available at 10 will be vastly different than 18. Obviously the farther you drop the more the draft flattens out. At #10 you might catch a QB falling (if you want one) or could move up a bit to catch a QB that you feel like could make a difference. (Or any other impact position).

The difference between #10 and #18 is usually the difference between players like Aaron Donald/Tyron Smith/Parsons and an Anthony Spencer.

Granted if the Cowboys win out from here it’s not going to drop them much, but losing the last two might move them up a measurable amount. The time for Dallas to tank started several games ago.

But legitimately whether you are on “team tank” or not beating teams at the end of the season who are jockeying for draft position doesn’t “prove anything” or help anything.

We were 12-5 last year. How did winning any of those games last year help us win a game this year? Answer: They didn’t.

 

[Risen Star]

If you want to have an honest discussion about this first you need to recognize the distinct advantages we have by the way we are structured. Then we can go from there.

 

[Ranching]

Losers don't mind losing....why compete if you don't care. Bust your azz and let the chips fall where they may. Leave the losing to the pencil pushers and fans that think Jerry will turn it all around with a couple of extra loses. I guarantee, anyone on the field, that has busted his butt, played through injury and with pain, does not want to lose. Their livelihood is riding on playing well.
Tanker are losers....you can't argue that. And don't try to sell the take a step back to take two steps forward. Someone will slam that door shut when you step back.

 

[big dog cowboy]

The time for Dallas to tank started several games ago.

The Cowboys won't ever tank. I'll never understand why some fans consistently call for them to tank over the years when they fall out of playoff contention. It simply won't happen. The Cowboys want a playing to win culture. There is no thought of winning or losing to improve or hurt their draft position.

 

[cityochamps]

Why not start Trey Lance and at least lose with honor and pick up a spot or two in the draft

 

[Ranching]

Why not start Trey Lance and at least lose with honor and pick up a spot or two in the draft

He'd probably have a huge game and earn himself a ticket outta here. Coop and Lance will both be gone..good time to draft a developmental QB....Ewers in the second or third....hmmm?

 

[thunderpimp91]

Players and coaches simply aren't concerned about the draft right now. By tanking you're effecting players money, especially those about to hit FA or who have escalators in their contracts. Coaches have short lifespans in this league, its going to be very rare that they voluntarily take an L on their record.

 

[cityochamps]

He'd probably have a huge game and earn himself a ticket outta here. Coop and Lance will both be gone..good time to draft a developmental QB....Ewers in the second or third....hmmm?

probably right, but that (Trey having a huge game) might help us also.

 

[shabazz]

If you look at the current tankathon standings there are about 9 teams that are arguably worse teams than the Cowboys. There are about 8-10 teams that you could argue are in the same tier as the Cowboys but are slightly better, more consistent teams. The remainder of the teams are clearly better than the Cowboys as currently constructed.

Of the middle tier that Contains the Cowboys, arguably none of those teams will try to improve their record within that tier. The highest ranking team will draft 18. The lowest ranked team (worst record) will draft 10th.

The Cowboys have, for 30 years now, prioritized winning even after the teams around them are trying to improve draft position.

The options available at 10 will be vastly different than 18. Obviously the farther you drop the more the draft flattens out. At #10 you might catch a QB falling (if you want one) or could move up a bit to catch a QB that you feel like could make a difference. (Or any other impact position).

The difference between #10 and #18 is usually the difference between players like Aaron Donald/Tyron Smith/Parsons and an Anthony Spencer.

Granted if the Cowboys win out from here it’s not going to drop them much, but losing the last two might move them up a measurable amount. The time for Dallas to tank started several games ago.

But legitimately whether you are on “team tank” or not beating teams at the end of the season who are jockeying for draft position doesn’t “prove anything” or help anything.

We were 12-5 last year. How did winning any of those games last year help us win a game this year? Answer: They didn’t.

Good points. I'm hoping that we can get lucky again like we did by drafting Ceedee at the 17 position by drafting a franchise LB, DT or CB at our upcoming draft spot.

These idiots can buy an above average RB for a reasonable price but they will probably draft one high instead.

....and yes, they will ignore the Qb position in the draft unless there's a bum like DiNucci available in the last round

 

[dupree89]

Why not start Trey Lance and at least lose with honor and pick up a spot or two in the draft

this is my problem too. You dont have to start backups at every position. You dont have to have the mindset of lets tank. But Trey Lance should be starting these last few games.

 

[fivetwos]

I continue to have NO idea why fans think players and coaches will lose on purpose for a few spots in draft position that they may not be around to make.

 

[CCBoy]

If you look at the current tankathon standings there are about 9 teams that are arguably worse teams than the Cowboys. There are about 8-10 teams that you could argue are in the same tier as the Cowboys but are slightly better, more consistent teams. The remainder of the teams are clearly better than the Cowboys as currently constructed.

Of the middle tier that Contains the Cowboys, arguably none of those teams will try to improve their record within that tier. The highest ranking team will draft 18. The lowest ranked team (worst record) will draft 10th.

The Cowboys have, for 30 years now, prioritized winning even after the teams around them are trying to improve draft position.

The options available at 10 will be vastly different than 18. Obviously the farther you drop the more the draft flattens out. At #10 you might catch a QB falling (if you want one) or could move up a bit to catch a QB that you feel like could make a difference. (Or any other impact position).

The difference between #10 and #18 is usually the difference between players like Aaron Donald/Tyron Smith/Parsons and an Anthony Spencer.

Granted if the Cowboys win out from here it’s not going to drop them much, but losing the last two might move them up a measurable amount. The time for Dallas to tank started several games ago.

But legitimately whether you are on “team tank” or not beating teams at the end of the season who are jockeying for draft position doesn’t “prove anything” or help anything.

We were 12-5 last year. How did winning any of those games last year help us win a game this year? Answer: They didn’t.

More on injury and missing 7 starters. Than floundering. Same with San Francisco.

 

[gtb1943]

Starting Trey Lance right after dak went down would have ensured two things: we would have truly given him a shot and we would be drafting top ten at the last

 

[gtb1943]

More on injury and missing 7 starters. Than floundering. Same with San Francisco.

How many starters has Detroit lost> once again you fail

 

[CCBoy]

Losers don't mind losing....why compete if you don't care. Bust your azz and let the chips fall where they may. Leave the losing to the pencil pushers and fans that think Jerry will turn it all around with a couple of extra loses. I guarantee, anyone on the field, that has busted his butt, played through injury and with pain, does not want to lose. Their livelihood is riding on playing well.
Tanker are losers....you can't argue that. And don't try to sell the take a step back to take two steps forward. Someone will slam that door shut when you step back.

I don't sacrifice any of my team's lives to change my soldiers.

 

[Mr_437]

I don't know, the Eagles are gonna try hard to sabotage the tank by sitting Hurts (sarc), and the Cowboys own the Commodes. I see Rush ending this season on a heater, Bro has been dealing Ls to foes.

 

[eromeopolk]

If you look at the current tankathon standings there are about 9 teams that are arguably worse teams than the Cowboys. There are about 8-10 teams that you could argue are in the same tier as the Cowboys but are slightly better, more consistent teams. The remainder of the teams are clearly better than the Cowboys as currently constructed.

Of the middle tier that Contains the Cowboys, arguably none of those teams will try to improve their record within that tier. The highest ranking team will draft 18. The lowest ranked team (worst record) will draft 10th.

The Cowboys have, for 30 years now, prioritized winning even after the teams around them are trying to improve draft position.

The options available at 10 will be vastly different than 18. Obviously the farther you drop the more the draft flattens out. At #10 you might catch a QB falling (if you want one) or could move up a bit to catch a QB that you feel like could make a difference. (Or any other impact position).

The difference between #10 and #18 is usually the difference between players like Aaron Donald/Tyron Smith/Parsons and an Anthony Spencer.

Granted if the Cowboys win out from here it’s not going to drop them much, but losing the last two might move them up a measurable amount. The time for Dallas to tank started several games ago.

But legitimately whether you are on “team tank” or not beating teams at the end of the season who are jockeying for draft position doesn’t “prove anything” or help anything.

We were 12-5 last year. How did winning any of those games last year help us win a game this year? Answer: They didn’t.

Flawed strategy was firing Jimmy Johnson who could coach, recruit, and evaluate talent.

 

[Whirlwin]

Losers don't mind losing....why compete if you don't care. Bust your azz and let the chips fall where they may. Leave the losing to the pencil pushers and fans that think Jerry will turn it all around with a couple of extra loses. I guarantee, anyone on the field, that has busted his butt, played through injury and with pain, does not want to lose. Their livelihood is riding on playing well.
Tanker are losers....you can't argue that. And don't try to sell the take a step back to take two steps forward. Someone will slam that door shut when you step back.

Just thank you for being normal. There’s a handful that are normal . I’m getting concerned that this is just today’s society and it makes me worrisome.

 

[Ranching]

Just thank you for being normal. There’s a handful that are normal . I’m getting concerned that this is just today’s society and it makes me worrisome.

I worry for those they pass it on too....

 

[Verdict]

Losers don't mind losing....why compete if you don't care. Bust your azz and let the chips fall where they may. Leave the losing to the pencil pushers and fans that think Jerry will turn it all around with a couple of extra loses. I guarantee, anyone on the field, that has busted his butt, played through injury and with pain, does not want to lose. Their livelihood is riding on playing well.
Tanker are losers....you can't argue that. And don't try to sell the take a step back to take two steps forward. Someone will slam that door shut when you step back.

If you were coaching the Dallas Cowboys this year you KNOW that next season you would want to be picking 10th instead of 18th in each round.