News: DE Randy Gregory reinstated

[GhostOfPelluer]

And yet the numbers say otherwise. Between McClain and Thornton in 2016, our two 1 Techs, they played nearly 75% of all snaps. In 2015, Nick Hayden, yes Nick freaking Hayden, played 55% of all snaps. He played 56% of all snaps in 2014.

So no, the Cowboys do not play a 1 Tech just on first downs.

*** Didn't include 2017 because it had Collins snap counts really high but he split time at the 3 Tech and then moved to the 1 Tech full time when Paea called it quits.

They've got decidedly better options in the nickel now than they did with Hayden. And McClain was pretty dang good, so yes, play him as often as possible. Besides, I bet they use some 3-3-5 in the nickel this season with LVE and Jaylon and Lee on the field together. With Collins and Irving rotating at the interior DL in the alignment it could work.

 

[RustyBourneHorse]

I'm starting to think Tapper might not make this team.

I reckon that Irving might be in a bit of trouble.

 

[Trouty]

I reckon that Irving might be in a bit of trouble.

You think Irving is getting released, Furry?

 

[Bullflop]

I don't disagree, my man. I am admittedly too amped up. I think Taco has Hardy-like ceiling, whereas Randy has VMiller-like ceiling.

I've been a boob in here in several posts, Fuzzy, my brother

You definitely aren't a boob as you put it, Trouty. I'd venture to say you're just a passionate fan and who would have it any other way?

 

[Trouty]

I assume for various reasons that he'll be limited to playing right end in pass rushing situations if he's in shape and good condition. This would allow us to use Crawford and Charlton on run downs (and to spell Lawrence), although I think Crawford needs to be moved back inside with Irving suspended and Collins coming off injury.

With Gregory, we should at least have a three-man end rotation without needing Crawford, and Armstrong, Ealy and Tapper will be trying to make it a four- to five-man rotation.

At tackle, we'd have Crawford, Price, Ward, Datone Jones and Collins.

Appreciate it, Gimme. Always, brother.

 

[CCBoy]

Get everyone healthy and in a group rotation...heck, this Dallas defensive line could both have longevity and be pretty darn good.

 

[TwistedL0g1k]

Cool. Now let's see what he can do.

Hopefully not immediately pull a hamstring!

 

[Tabascocat]

Great news! Here is your second chance in life.......run with it young man

 

[Trouty]

You definitely aren't a boob as you put it, Trouty. I'd rather say you're a passionate fan and who would have it any other way?

Thanks, Bully. I am just such a fan of this boy. I have been since day one. Some of you will remember the 25 page threads where I debated 3-4-5 posters about this kid.

It's seemingly coming to fruition, his career, where at one point I even thought he was done.

It's Christmas in July for this Boys fan, Bully And for a whole lot of others, for all of you, too!

 

[RustyBourneHorse]

You think Irving is getting released, Furry?

I'm afraid so. I think him and Tapper are on the cutting board.

 

[Trouty]

I'm afraid so. I think him and Tapper are on the cutting board.

Furry, there isn't a snowball's chance in hell Irving is cut. With respect, my brother. He offers elite pressure at the 3T when available which will be week 4, on, assuming he doesn't screw up again. He have zero DTs (3T, or otherwise) that sniff his jock.

 

[RustyBourneHorse]

Furry, there isn't a snowball's chance in hell Irving is cut. With respect, my brother. He offers elite pressure at the 3T when available which will be week 4, on, assuming he doesn't screw up again. He have zero DTs that sniff his jock.

Fair enough, but I think he's certainly on his last chance.

 

[millennial_legend]

I assume for various reasons that he'll be limited to playing right end in pass rushing situations if he's in shape and good condition. This would allow us to use Crawford and Charlton on run downs (and to spell Lawrence), although I think Crawford needs to be moved back inside with Irving suspended and Collins coming off injury.

With Gregory, we should at least have a three-man end rotation without needing Crawford, and Armstrong, Ealy and Tapper will be trying to make it a four- to five-man rotation.

At tackle, we'd have Crawford, Price, Ward, Datone Jones and Collins.

Right. Crawford should be playing backup LE (when Lawrence gets a break) and a good chunk of the 3-DT snaps with Irving out.

Crawford should never play RE... ever again.

 

[millennial_legend]

Fair enough, but I think he's certainly on his last chance.

As is Gregory and Lawrence.

Hardy and McClain already blew through theirs.

 

[Trouty]

Fair enough, but I think he's certainly on his last chance.

I don't disagree with you there, Mr. Hood

 

[QuincyCarterEra]

I'm pretty excited about this Dline.
I'd be even more giddy if Terrell McClain had signed here like what was reported.

Tank, McClain, Irving, and Gregory on passing down......... Gahhhhh

 

[waldoputty]

You definitely aren't a boob as you put it, Trouty. I'd venture to say you're just a passionate fan and who would have it any other way?

naaa, not a boob but trouty just has a constant pms affliction

 

[Trouty]

As is Gregory and Lawrence.

Hardy and McClain already blew through theirs.

What are you going on about?

 

[RustyBourneHorse]

As is Gregory and Lawrence.

Hardy and McClain already blew through theirs.

Shocking, isn't it?

I don't disagree with you there, Mr. Hood

Yup, Little John.

 

[Bullflop]

Thanks, Bully. I am just such a fan of this boy. I have been since day one. Some of you will remember the 25 page threads where I debated 3-4-5 posters about this kid.

It's seemingly coming to fruition, his career, where at one point I even thought he was done.

It's Christmas in July for this Boys fan, Bully And for a whole lot of others, for all of you, too!

Amen -- RG is simply a human being with all the frailties that go with it . . . he's also been blessed with a world of talent. Here's hoping he makes the most of that which he's been blessed with. It's his big chance to make a comeback. May the wind be at his back and his efforts be rewarded!