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ESPNDallas.com: Welcome to the first Cowboys chat of the day from Oxnard. The ESPNDallas.com crew will be with you shortly. Feel free to submit your questions in the meantime.
Saturday August 14, 2010 10:36 ESPNDallas.com
11:00 espn_macmahon: First Cowboys practice chat from Oxnard is underway. http://es.pn/bgyOdH [via Twitter]
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:00 espn_macmahon
11:05 BryanBroaddus: Scout's Eye: Cowboys-Raiders review: Thoughts from the Cowboys-Raiders preseason game: *Have no clue why Wade Phill... http://es.pn/chvHeK [via Twitter]
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:05 BryanBroaddus
11:09 BryanBroaddus: Sam Hurd is back at his spot as the personel protector with the first punt team. Jesse Holley has been working there as well. [via Twitter]
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:09 BryanBroaddus
11:11 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): Sorry for the late arrival. Had some technical issues, i.e. I'm an idiot that was chatting in the wrong room.
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:11 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
11:12 calvinwatkins: No Alex Barron today at practice. [via Twitter]
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:12 calvinwatkins
11:12 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): It's about 60 degrees and cloudy here in Oxnard. The weather is great, but the set-up doesn't quite match the Alamodome from a live chatting perspective.
No press box here, just picnic tables with an obscured view, so I'll have to hit the sidelines when the action gets going. We'll tweet in updates, but they won't be as rapid-fire as they were in San Antonio. We'll try to hit all the highlights.
We'll chat until the action gets going.
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:12 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
11:12 [Comment From AndrewAndrew: ]
Is Romo going to be out there today with his back sore?
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:12 Andrew
11:13 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): It's just special teams work right now. We expect Romo to practice. We'll keep a close eye on him to see whether it appears that his back is bothering him.
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:13 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
11:13 [Comment From amwamw: ]
Is kevin ogletree in jeopardy of losing his roster spot?
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:13 amw
11:14 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): I don't believe so. However, he is very much in danger of being inactive on game days. He needs to have a fire lit under his butt soon. The Cowboys still like his potential, but nobody is pleased with his performance so far this summer.
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:14 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
11:14 [Comment From Leo OrtegaLeo Ortega: ]
Does DB Bryan MCcann have a shot of making the team?
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:14 Leo Ortega
11:16 calvinwatkins: Cletis Gordon is on the practice fields today. [via Twitter]
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:16 calvinwatkins
11:16 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): He's on the bubble. It might come down to whether the Cowboys keep four or five corners. Cletis Gordon has a pretty firm grip on the fourth corner job. Bryan McCann and sixth-round pick Jamar Wall are competing for the fifth spot, if there is one. Of course, that could change if a rookie really comes on and/or Gordon struggles to come back from his neck injury.
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:16 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
11:16 BryanBroaddus: Josh Brent is working in the deep wedge on the kick off return, might be a sign that he is truly in the plans of making this roster. [via Twitter]
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:16 BryanBroaddus
11:17 [Comment From OutlawOutlaw: ]
Teddy williams should make this team. Do you think he has what it takes to be db or would he be better a wr
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:17 Outlaw
11:19 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): Why should Teddy Williams make this team? He has two weeks of football experience since high school. He's playing for a spot on the practice squad. I understand why the Cowboys want him at corner. His speed/size combo is very intriguing.
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:19 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
11:19 [Comment From D. Wingo (Irving)D. Wingo (Irving): ]
The entire OL is concerning me. How do you think things will shake up during the season for this group and will they be able to turn it around? Seems like everything else in place if we can get good play from our OL we should have a GREAT season.
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:19 D. Wingo (Irving)
11:20 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): Doug Free is actually the least of my concerns on the offensive line. I seriously wonder whether Marc Colombo has hit the downside of his career. At least you know he'll brawl, but his performance against the Raiders wasn't good. Andre Gurode and Leonard Davis need to play to their reputations this year. An injury to any interior lineman would be scary. Tough to trust Montrae Holland.
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:20 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
11:21 [Comment From JasonJason: ]
Could a reason for lack of red zone production, be because of not wanting to show to much before the regular season?
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:21 Jason
11:21 calvinwatkins: No Martellus Bennett today. [via Twitter]
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:21 calvinwatkins
11:22 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): That's part of it, but the Cowboys don't need to be making excuses. Donovan McNabb and the Commanders managed to finish their drive last night. The red zone was a problem for the Cowboys last season, and nothing we've seen in the preseason indicates that they've solved it. No need to panic, but concern is justified.
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:22 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
11:22 [Comment From Mike NCMike NC: ]
Good Morning Gentlemen...glad to see the team move on to the Oxnard phase of camp. Hopefully an atmosphere with cooler temps will foster focus and continued team unity and growth. Here's my question...in your opinion, is the red zone failures to this point more poor execution or faulty play calling in the PS games thus far?
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:22 Mike NC
11:22 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): There's plenty of blame to go around. But it does make me cringe every time the Cowboys go to the shotgun on first-and-goal inside the 5.
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:22 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
11:23 [Comment From AaronAaron: ]
Alex Barron is not at all impressive any chance we get a better swing tackle because colombo looked like he was getting worked against the Faders on thursday
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:23 Aaron
11:23 calvinwatkins: Dez Bryant walks out to the practice field with no walking boot. He has tape just above his right ankle. He's walking with no limp. [via Twitter]
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:23 calvinwatkins
11:23 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): You think there's a better tackle on the open market than Barron right now? He's a former first-round pick with five seasons of starting experience. Not saying he's a Pro Bowler or anything, but he's a solid swing tackle.
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:23 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
11:24 [Comment From LexLex: ]
I was concerned about the safety and kicker postions before camp. From what i have seen in the 2 games played those worries are gone for me. I have a much bigger worry about the offensive line now though. If the starters give up 3 sacks on a drive in pre season it does not look good. I have a feeling the O LINE is just to old and slow. If they are struggling now what happens say in week 12 or 13 when they are making a push for the Playoffs. THOUGHTS?
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:24 Lex
11:25 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): Agree on safeties. Think David Buehler has to prove himself throughout the preseason, but 6-of-7 ain't bad. The offensive line's age is definitely an issue.
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:25 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
11:25 [Comment From ChettiblingChettibling: ]
I have serious doubts if Colombo can make it through a 16 game season. He looks overweight, slow, out of shape and the Cowboys have no true backup at RT because the Brewster experiment is failing. Alex Barron has the strength of a 2 year old girl and Sam Young is a rookie who could develop down the road, but right now, RT has to be a glaring weakness on this team. Should have released Colombo, moved Flozell to RT and Free at LT. It always comes down to money doesn't it?
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:25 Chettibling
11:26 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): Yikes. I wouldn't count out Colombo. He's never been pretty.
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:26 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
11:26 [Comment From Mark in HoustonMark in Houston: ]
Once again, Broaddus' analysis is amazing. Can I be the first to tell everyone to relax? It's the preseason. Of COURSE we have things to work on. As Wade says, "We don't even have a team, yet." Everyone expects us to be in playoff form. Your thoughts, Tim?
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:26 Mark in Houston
11:26 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): Injuries are the only reason to push the panic button during the preseason.
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:26 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
11:26 [Comment From CowboyPeteCowboyPete: ]
Do Jerry and Stephen Jones work with the pro personnel department to constantly look for ways to improve our depth or is it only when crap hits the fan like in the case of John Phillips.
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:26 CowboyPete
11:27 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): It's a constant thing. They have contingency plans for every position and are always willing to upgrade the bottom of the roster.
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:27 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
11:28 [Comment From Josh TJosh T: ]
The Cowboys offense has been top 5-top 10 in the league the last couple of years. Why all the sudden everyone worried about them?
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:28 Josh T
11:28 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): They were second in total offense last season, but they were 14th in the category that really matters: points. That's a concern, and they haven't done anything to hush talk about it through two TD-less preseason games.
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:28 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
11:29 [Comment From LeeLee: ]
R the cowboy soft??
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:29 Lee
11:29 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): I'll let you ask Jay Ratliff that.
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:29 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
11:29 [Comment From Mark in HoustonMark in Houston: ]
Do we have a breakout star of camp, so far?
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:29 Mark in Houston
11:29 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): Doug Free.
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:29 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
11:30 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): Stretching is over. The offense is running plays vs. air. The defense is doing position drills.
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:30 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
11:30 [Comment From BrandonBrandon: ]
Are the Cowboys not showing any concerns about Kitna
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:30 Brandon
11:30 calvinwatkins: The missing Cowboys: watkins, hamlin, hodge, spears, holland, barron, bennett, sicko and bryant. Phillips out for the year. [via Twitter]
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:30 calvinwatkins
11:31 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): They're comfortable with Kitna as the backup. Would they worry if he had to start several games? Of course. But that's the case with the vast majority of backups in the league.
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:31 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
11:31 [Comment From BradBrad: ]
How is Alan Ball looking so far in camp and in preseason games?
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:31 Brad
11:32 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): Ball had a very good camp in San Antonio and played well in the two games so far. He's locked up the starting job. Only question in my mind about him is whether he can be durable enough to play every down for 16 games plus playoffs.
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:32 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
11:32 [Comment From mike mckinneymike mckinney: ]
i dont understand why the cowboys dont hold training camp inside jerry world they spent all the money on the damn stadium.....why not make the most of it????
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:32 mike mckinney
11:33 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): Marketing, my friend. Jerry Jones is hitting two big pockets of his fan base.
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:33 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
11:33 [Comment From amwamw: ]
Should robert brewster be playing guard? He seems to be struggling at tackle
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:33 amw
11:33 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): I wouldn't be surprised at all if Brewster gets moved to guard soon, perhaps after final cuts.
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:33 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
11:34 [Comment From Mike NCMike NC: ]
With Logan Mankins having contractual issues in NE, and their need for DL help...what would it take to make a trade? I know, slim to no chance, but Mankins is a smart, young and versatile player. Plus Kraft and Jerry have a history.
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:34 Mike NC
11:34 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): No idea what the Patriots would want, but I assume a premium pick would have to be included. And then the Cowboys would have to give Mankins a Leonard Davis-like contract. Don't hold your breath for this to happen.
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:34 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
11:34 [Comment From TonyTony: ]
The Cowboys are showing good depth from their young linebackers. Is this young group good or is it just pre season flash in a pan.
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:34 Tony
11:35 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): I think it's a good young group. The best of the young bunch of backups is Sean Lee, who hasn't played a preseason down.
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:35 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
11:36 [Comment From GuestGuest: ]
What's the plan at running back? The two preseason games have showed Marion Barber and Felix Jones doing a 50/50 split. Wich back will start week1 and who do you think will have a more productive season?
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:36 Guest
11:36 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): I think Barber will start but Jones will end up getting more carries and being more productive.
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:36 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
11:37 [Comment From BoBo: ]
very painful losing Phillips...Is Sicko a lock as third t.end?
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:37 Bo
11:37 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): Not at all. They might keep Chris Gronkowski as an H-back instead. They might get a better tight end off waivers.
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:37 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
11:37 [Comment From ChuckChuck: ]
Tim, I partially agree with you on wondering why Garrett insists on going shotgun inside the red zone, but I remember the Jaguars used to do it with good results with their trio (Brunell, Smith and Taylor). However, they would spread the field and run Taylor up the middle (fade pass to J. Smith worked well, too). Are the egos of coaches too big to go back and look at other teams film to get good ideas? Seems like Garrett is too full of himself to do so.
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:37 Chuck
11:38 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): No, that's not a problem. Garrett studies a lot of other teams. You can point to the Saints and Colts as teams that have success with the shotgun on goal-to-go situations. I just don't like it for a team with a massive offensive line. It basically eliminates the power running game and play-action pass.
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:38 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
11:39 [Comment From April-El PasoApril-El Paso: ]
Why has Mike Jenkins not been used in the return game like he was used in college?
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:39 April-El Paso
11:39 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): He's too valuable as a cornerback.
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:39 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
11:39 [Comment From TylerTyler: ]
Buehler is 6 for 7 i know... but he ALMOST missed a 27 yarder... do you think Matt Stover is on speed dial?
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:39 Tyler
11:40 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): Not speed dial, but they know his number. Same with John Carney. However, the coaches and front office really want Buehler to be the man. They want to have only one kicker on the roster.
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:40 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
11:40 [Comment From IZZYIZZY: ]
Speaking of which? i was looking for Lee during the last game? What gives? Are we sand baging?
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:40 IZZY
11:41 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): They're being very cautious with Lee. They say his knowledge of the scheme is good, so him missing preseason games isn't a huge concern, but it definitely doesn't help his development.
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:41 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
11:41 [Comment From GarrettGarrett: ]
Tim is there a big crowd there?
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:41 Garrett
11:42 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): The bleachers are packed and folks are lining the fences. But they don't get crowds here near the size of the ones at the Alamodome. There just isn't enough room.
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:42 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
11:42 [Comment From ChettiblingChettibling: ]
Any word on how Gronkowski played against Oakland?
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:42 Chettibling
11:42 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): Per Broaddus, he was just OK. Gronkowski played better in the Hall of Fame Game.
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:42 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
11:43 [Comment From KevinKevin: ]
Do you think Dez or Roy will have the better season? Not so much stat wise, but for the team.
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:43 Kevin
11:43 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): If Dez Bryant gets and stays healthy, I expect him to be more productive than Roy Williams. Bryant is a much better talent, plain and simple.
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:43 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
11:44 [Comment From mike mckinneymike mckinney: ]
next season lets move training camp to the east coast, say maryland and make the most of that fan base LOL moving training camp outside of texas is crazy as hell to me!!!
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:44 mike mckinney
11:44 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): Well, it's hot as hell in Texas. They can practice outside on the grass here without worrying about heat strokes.
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:44 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
11:46 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): Looks like we're about to get some action. I'm headed to the sideline.
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:46 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
11:50 espn_macmahon: Competition hasn't started in Oxnard. Offense and defense walking through plays on separate fields. [via Twitter]
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:50 espn_macmahon
11:56 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): The horn was a false alarm. Still no action. I'll chat until something interesting happens on the field.
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:56 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
11:57 [Comment From NeilNeil: ]
Is Dez on the sideline rehabbing with the chords?
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:57 Neil
11:57 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): Dez is out of the boot, but he hasn't stared chord work yet.
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:57 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
11:58 [Comment From Cowboys FanCowboys Fan: ]
I believe Dallas' plan is to change one offensive lineman A year until they get younger. Is Colombo next
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:58 Cowboys Fan
11:59 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): That all depends on the way things fall in the draft. I think they'll pick at least one lineman in the first three rounds, but I don't see them locking themselves into a certain position. Guard might be a bigger priority than tackle anyway. Kyle Kosier is in the last year of his contract.
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:59 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
11:59 calvinwatkins: Pat Watkins wearing a brace on his left knee. [via Twitter]
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:59 calvinwatkins
12:00 [Comment From LinkLink: ]
Is McCray's competing against Church fornt he final safety spot ?
Saturday August 14, 2010 12:00 Link
12:01 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): They're both competing with Pat Watkins, who is working on the chords today and should be back soon. Danny McCray seems to have the edge right now. His work as a gunner has been impressive.
Saturday August 14, 2010 12:01 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
12:01 [Comment From JayJay: ]
Which RB gets the most carries for the Cowboys? Was it just media that made Felix out to be the main cat?
Saturday August 14, 2010 12:01 Jay
12:02 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): There hasn't been any official declaration on the way the carries would be split. The coaches have said they want Felix Jones to be a major part of the offense, fueling speculation that he'll be the guy who gets the bulk of the carries.
Saturday August 14, 2010 12:02 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
12:02 [Comment From AndrewAndrew: ]
So how does Tony's back look out there?
Saturday August 14, 2010 12:02 Andrew
12:03 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): He hasn't had to really test it yet. They're just walking through plays. We might not get much more than that this morning. No pads, so there definitely won't be any hitting.
Saturday August 14, 2010 12:03 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
12:04 [Comment From amwamw: ]
any undraft rookies on the offensive side of the ball look good/?
Saturday August 14, 2010 12:04 amw
12:04 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): Chris Gronkowski is the undrafted offensive player with the best chance of making the team.
Saturday August 14, 2010 12:04 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
12:05 espn_macmahon: RT @ESPNDallas: Dallas Cowboys WR Dez Bryant's walking boot is removed - http://es.pn/9RWW6I [via Twitter]
Saturday August 14, 2010 12:05 espn_macmahon
12:06 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): Click the above link to get a little more info on Dez Bryant's rehab.
Saturday August 14, 2010 12:06 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
12:06 [Comment From IssacIssac: ]
What time does practice start tomorrow?!?!?!?!
Saturday August 14, 2010 12:06 Issac
12:06 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): 2:15
Saturday August 14, 2010 12:06 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
12:06 [Comment From amwamw: ]
Organization saying anything about matt nichols? he actually seemed comfortable in the pocket against the raiders
Saturday August 14, 2010 12:06 amw
12:07 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): I'd be surprised if he's around after final cuts. Best-case scenario for him is he sticks on the practice squad.
Saturday August 14, 2010 12:07 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
12:07 [Comment From JavanJavan: ]
Did romo share why he was holding the ball so long against the raiders, ro talk about some of this passes he through that could have been picks? he has no reason to trust our offensive line as much as he did thursday
Saturday August 14, 2010 12:07 Javan
12:08 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): He didn't get into details, but Romo acknowledged that he held the ball too long on at least one of his sacks.
Saturday August 14, 2010 12:08 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
12:08 [Comment From marc from Mauimarc from Maui: ]
amy chance stephen jones become GM in five years?
Saturday August 14, 2010 12:08 marc from Maui
12:09 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): That probably won't happen until Jerry goes to the great stadium in the sky, but Stephen has had a strong voice in Valley Ranch decisions for years. He's heavily involved in every personnel move.
Saturday August 14, 2010 12:09 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
12:10 [Comment From CharlieCharlie: ]
It appears that our receivers are having trouble creating separation from the DBs. Rank the recievers in their ability to get open.
Saturday August 14, 2010 12:10 Charlie
12:10 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): Miles Austin, Dez Bryant, Kevin Ogletree, Patrick Crayton, Roy Williams, Sam Hurd.
Saturday August 14, 2010 12:10 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
12:11 [Comment From ChettiblingChettibling: ]
Maybe Oakland is going to be a solid team on defense this year? If it were a regular season game, Dallas would have adjusted to all the man they were playing and Austin would have torn them up.
Saturday August 14, 2010 12:11 Chettibling
12:11 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): That's what happened on Thanksgiving last year.
Saturday August 14, 2010 12:11 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
12:11 [Comment From ScrimmageScrimmage: ]
Don't they always started practice working on special teams? Who do you think will be returning kicks and punts when the season starts?
Saturday August 14, 2010 12:11 Scrimmage
12:12 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): Yes, they do always open practice with special teams. My educated guesses on the return men: Dez Bryant on punts, Akwasi Owusu-Ansah on kickoffs.
Saturday August 14, 2010 12:12 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
12:12 [Comment From JJJJ: ]
How do you think the new TE Farr performed on Thursday night? Does he have a shot to make the roster?
Saturday August 14, 2010 12:12 JJ
12:14 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): Well, he looked pretty good on the corner route. Not bad at all overall, considering he was signed two days earlier. He's a good athlete who wasn't productive in college. I'd be surprised if he made the roster, but we'll see what happens. He's bigger and a better athlete than Scott Sicko, but Sicko is a better receiver.
Saturday August 14, 2010 12:14 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
12:14 [Comment From SteveSteve: ]
Does Dallas ever work on the Onside kicks, fake punts etc during training camps ?
Saturday August 14, 2010 12:14 Steve
12:14 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): Yes. Joe DeCamillis works on pretty much every special teams scenario you can imagine and a lot you never would have thought of.
Saturday August 14, 2010 12:14 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
12:15 [Comment From RJRJ: ]
The Cowboys website is reporting that Jerry said before practice today that Dez may now return for the final two preseason games. Is Jerry just being overly optimistic as usual?
Saturday August 14, 2010 12:15 RJ
12:16 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): That's the same optimism Jerry had the day after Dez Bryant suffered the high ankle sprain. Things are progressing as expected, so Jerry remains optimistic. I'd be surprised if Bryant played two preseason games, though.
Saturday August 14, 2010 12:16 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
12:18 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): Practice is over. What a thrilling morning it was. Hopefully we'll get some action this afternoon.
Saturday August 14, 2010 10:36 ESPNDallas.com
11:00 espn_macmahon: First Cowboys practice chat from Oxnard is underway. http://es.pn/bgyOdH [via Twitter]
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:00 espn_macmahon
11:05 BryanBroaddus: Scout's Eye: Cowboys-Raiders review: Thoughts from the Cowboys-Raiders preseason game: *Have no clue why Wade Phill... http://es.pn/chvHeK [via Twitter]
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:05 BryanBroaddus
11:09 BryanBroaddus: Sam Hurd is back at his spot as the personel protector with the first punt team. Jesse Holley has been working there as well. [via Twitter]
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:09 BryanBroaddus
11:11 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): Sorry for the late arrival. Had some technical issues, i.e. I'm an idiot that was chatting in the wrong room.
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:11 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
11:12 calvinwatkins: No Alex Barron today at practice. [via Twitter]
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:12 calvinwatkins
11:12 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): It's about 60 degrees and cloudy here in Oxnard. The weather is great, but the set-up doesn't quite match the Alamodome from a live chatting perspective.
No press box here, just picnic tables with an obscured view, so I'll have to hit the sidelines when the action gets going. We'll tweet in updates, but they won't be as rapid-fire as they were in San Antonio. We'll try to hit all the highlights.
We'll chat until the action gets going.
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:12 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
11:12 [Comment From AndrewAndrew: ]
Is Romo going to be out there today with his back sore?
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:12 Andrew
11:13 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): It's just special teams work right now. We expect Romo to practice. We'll keep a close eye on him to see whether it appears that his back is bothering him.
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:13 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
11:13 [Comment From amwamw: ]
Is kevin ogletree in jeopardy of losing his roster spot?
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:13 amw
11:14 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): I don't believe so. However, he is very much in danger of being inactive on game days. He needs to have a fire lit under his butt soon. The Cowboys still like his potential, but nobody is pleased with his performance so far this summer.
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:14 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
11:14 [Comment From Leo OrtegaLeo Ortega: ]
Does DB Bryan MCcann have a shot of making the team?
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:14 Leo Ortega
11:16 calvinwatkins: Cletis Gordon is on the practice fields today. [via Twitter]
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:16 calvinwatkins
11:16 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): He's on the bubble. It might come down to whether the Cowboys keep four or five corners. Cletis Gordon has a pretty firm grip on the fourth corner job. Bryan McCann and sixth-round pick Jamar Wall are competing for the fifth spot, if there is one. Of course, that could change if a rookie really comes on and/or Gordon struggles to come back from his neck injury.
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:16 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
11:16 BryanBroaddus: Josh Brent is working in the deep wedge on the kick off return, might be a sign that he is truly in the plans of making this roster. [via Twitter]
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:16 BryanBroaddus
11:17 [Comment From OutlawOutlaw: ]
Teddy williams should make this team. Do you think he has what it takes to be db or would he be better a wr
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:17 Outlaw
11:19 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): Why should Teddy Williams make this team? He has two weeks of football experience since high school. He's playing for a spot on the practice squad. I understand why the Cowboys want him at corner. His speed/size combo is very intriguing.
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:19 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
11:19 [Comment From D. Wingo (Irving)D. Wingo (Irving): ]
The entire OL is concerning me. How do you think things will shake up during the season for this group and will they be able to turn it around? Seems like everything else in place if we can get good play from our OL we should have a GREAT season.
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:19 D. Wingo (Irving)
11:20 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): Doug Free is actually the least of my concerns on the offensive line. I seriously wonder whether Marc Colombo has hit the downside of his career. At least you know he'll brawl, but his performance against the Raiders wasn't good. Andre Gurode and Leonard Davis need to play to their reputations this year. An injury to any interior lineman would be scary. Tough to trust Montrae Holland.
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:20 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
11:21 [Comment From JasonJason: ]
Could a reason for lack of red zone production, be because of not wanting to show to much before the regular season?
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:21 Jason
11:21 calvinwatkins: No Martellus Bennett today. [via Twitter]
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:21 calvinwatkins
11:22 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): That's part of it, but the Cowboys don't need to be making excuses. Donovan McNabb and the Commanders managed to finish their drive last night. The red zone was a problem for the Cowboys last season, and nothing we've seen in the preseason indicates that they've solved it. No need to panic, but concern is justified.
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:22 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
11:22 [Comment From Mike NCMike NC: ]
Good Morning Gentlemen...glad to see the team move on to the Oxnard phase of camp. Hopefully an atmosphere with cooler temps will foster focus and continued team unity and growth. Here's my question...in your opinion, is the red zone failures to this point more poor execution or faulty play calling in the PS games thus far?
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:22 Mike NC
11:22 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): There's plenty of blame to go around. But it does make me cringe every time the Cowboys go to the shotgun on first-and-goal inside the 5.
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:22 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
11:23 [Comment From AaronAaron: ]
Alex Barron is not at all impressive any chance we get a better swing tackle because colombo looked like he was getting worked against the Faders on thursday
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:23 Aaron
11:23 calvinwatkins: Dez Bryant walks out to the practice field with no walking boot. He has tape just above his right ankle. He's walking with no limp. [via Twitter]
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:23 calvinwatkins
11:23 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): You think there's a better tackle on the open market than Barron right now? He's a former first-round pick with five seasons of starting experience. Not saying he's a Pro Bowler or anything, but he's a solid swing tackle.
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:23 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
11:24 [Comment From LexLex: ]
I was concerned about the safety and kicker postions before camp. From what i have seen in the 2 games played those worries are gone for me. I have a much bigger worry about the offensive line now though. If the starters give up 3 sacks on a drive in pre season it does not look good. I have a feeling the O LINE is just to old and slow. If they are struggling now what happens say in week 12 or 13 when they are making a push for the Playoffs. THOUGHTS?
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:24 Lex
11:25 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): Agree on safeties. Think David Buehler has to prove himself throughout the preseason, but 6-of-7 ain't bad. The offensive line's age is definitely an issue.
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:25 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
11:25 [Comment From ChettiblingChettibling: ]
I have serious doubts if Colombo can make it through a 16 game season. He looks overweight, slow, out of shape and the Cowboys have no true backup at RT because the Brewster experiment is failing. Alex Barron has the strength of a 2 year old girl and Sam Young is a rookie who could develop down the road, but right now, RT has to be a glaring weakness on this team. Should have released Colombo, moved Flozell to RT and Free at LT. It always comes down to money doesn't it?
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:25 Chettibling
11:26 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): Yikes. I wouldn't count out Colombo. He's never been pretty.
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:26 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
11:26 [Comment From Mark in HoustonMark in Houston: ]
Once again, Broaddus' analysis is amazing. Can I be the first to tell everyone to relax? It's the preseason. Of COURSE we have things to work on. As Wade says, "We don't even have a team, yet." Everyone expects us to be in playoff form. Your thoughts, Tim?
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:26 Mark in Houston
11:26 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): Injuries are the only reason to push the panic button during the preseason.
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:26 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
11:26 [Comment From CowboyPeteCowboyPete: ]
Do Jerry and Stephen Jones work with the pro personnel department to constantly look for ways to improve our depth or is it only when crap hits the fan like in the case of John Phillips.
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:26 CowboyPete
11:27 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): It's a constant thing. They have contingency plans for every position and are always willing to upgrade the bottom of the roster.
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:27 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
11:28 [Comment From Josh TJosh T: ]
The Cowboys offense has been top 5-top 10 in the league the last couple of years. Why all the sudden everyone worried about them?
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:28 Josh T
11:28 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): They were second in total offense last season, but they were 14th in the category that really matters: points. That's a concern, and they haven't done anything to hush talk about it through two TD-less preseason games.
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:28 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
11:29 [Comment From LeeLee: ]
R the cowboy soft??
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:29 Lee
11:29 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): I'll let you ask Jay Ratliff that.
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:29 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
11:29 [Comment From Mark in HoustonMark in Houston: ]
Do we have a breakout star of camp, so far?
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:29 Mark in Houston
11:29 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): Doug Free.
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:29 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
11:30 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): Stretching is over. The offense is running plays vs. air. The defense is doing position drills.
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:30 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
11:30 [Comment From BrandonBrandon: ]
Are the Cowboys not showing any concerns about Kitna
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:30 Brandon
11:30 calvinwatkins: The missing Cowboys: watkins, hamlin, hodge, spears, holland, barron, bennett, sicko and bryant. Phillips out for the year. [via Twitter]
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:30 calvinwatkins
11:31 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): They're comfortable with Kitna as the backup. Would they worry if he had to start several games? Of course. But that's the case with the vast majority of backups in the league.
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:31 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
11:31 [Comment From BradBrad: ]
How is Alan Ball looking so far in camp and in preseason games?
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:31 Brad
11:32 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): Ball had a very good camp in San Antonio and played well in the two games so far. He's locked up the starting job. Only question in my mind about him is whether he can be durable enough to play every down for 16 games plus playoffs.
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:32 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
11:32 [Comment From mike mckinneymike mckinney: ]
i dont understand why the cowboys dont hold training camp inside jerry world they spent all the money on the damn stadium.....why not make the most of it????
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:32 mike mckinney
11:33 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): Marketing, my friend. Jerry Jones is hitting two big pockets of his fan base.
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:33 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
11:33 [Comment From amwamw: ]
Should robert brewster be playing guard? He seems to be struggling at tackle
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:33 amw
11:33 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): I wouldn't be surprised at all if Brewster gets moved to guard soon, perhaps after final cuts.
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:33 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
11:34 [Comment From Mike NCMike NC: ]
With Logan Mankins having contractual issues in NE, and their need for DL help...what would it take to make a trade? I know, slim to no chance, but Mankins is a smart, young and versatile player. Plus Kraft and Jerry have a history.
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:34 Mike NC
11:34 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): No idea what the Patriots would want, but I assume a premium pick would have to be included. And then the Cowboys would have to give Mankins a Leonard Davis-like contract. Don't hold your breath for this to happen.
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:34 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
11:34 [Comment From TonyTony: ]
The Cowboys are showing good depth from their young linebackers. Is this young group good or is it just pre season flash in a pan.
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:34 Tony
11:35 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): I think it's a good young group. The best of the young bunch of backups is Sean Lee, who hasn't played a preseason down.
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:35 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
11:36 [Comment From GuestGuest: ]
What's the plan at running back? The two preseason games have showed Marion Barber and Felix Jones doing a 50/50 split. Wich back will start week1 and who do you think will have a more productive season?
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:36 Guest
11:36 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): I think Barber will start but Jones will end up getting more carries and being more productive.
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:36 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
11:37 [Comment From BoBo: ]
very painful losing Phillips...Is Sicko a lock as third t.end?
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:37 Bo
11:37 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): Not at all. They might keep Chris Gronkowski as an H-back instead. They might get a better tight end off waivers.
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:37 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
11:37 [Comment From ChuckChuck: ]
Tim, I partially agree with you on wondering why Garrett insists on going shotgun inside the red zone, but I remember the Jaguars used to do it with good results with their trio (Brunell, Smith and Taylor). However, they would spread the field and run Taylor up the middle (fade pass to J. Smith worked well, too). Are the egos of coaches too big to go back and look at other teams film to get good ideas? Seems like Garrett is too full of himself to do so.
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:37 Chuck
11:38 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): No, that's not a problem. Garrett studies a lot of other teams. You can point to the Saints and Colts as teams that have success with the shotgun on goal-to-go situations. I just don't like it for a team with a massive offensive line. It basically eliminates the power running game and play-action pass.
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:38 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
11:39 [Comment From April-El PasoApril-El Paso: ]
Why has Mike Jenkins not been used in the return game like he was used in college?
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:39 April-El Paso
11:39 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): He's too valuable as a cornerback.
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:39 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
11:39 [Comment From TylerTyler: ]
Buehler is 6 for 7 i know... but he ALMOST missed a 27 yarder... do you think Matt Stover is on speed dial?
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:39 Tyler
11:40 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): Not speed dial, but they know his number. Same with John Carney. However, the coaches and front office really want Buehler to be the man. They want to have only one kicker on the roster.
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:40 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
11:40 [Comment From IZZYIZZY: ]
Speaking of which? i was looking for Lee during the last game? What gives? Are we sand baging?
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:40 IZZY
11:41 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): They're being very cautious with Lee. They say his knowledge of the scheme is good, so him missing preseason games isn't a huge concern, but it definitely doesn't help his development.
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:41 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
11:41 [Comment From GarrettGarrett: ]
Tim is there a big crowd there?
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:41 Garrett
11:42 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): The bleachers are packed and folks are lining the fences. But they don't get crowds here near the size of the ones at the Alamodome. There just isn't enough room.
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:42 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
11:42 [Comment From ChettiblingChettibling: ]
Any word on how Gronkowski played against Oakland?
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:42 Chettibling
11:42 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): Per Broaddus, he was just OK. Gronkowski played better in the Hall of Fame Game.
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:42 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
11:43 [Comment From KevinKevin: ]
Do you think Dez or Roy will have the better season? Not so much stat wise, but for the team.
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:43 Kevin
11:43 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): If Dez Bryant gets and stays healthy, I expect him to be more productive than Roy Williams. Bryant is a much better talent, plain and simple.
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:43 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
11:44 [Comment From mike mckinneymike mckinney: ]
next season lets move training camp to the east coast, say maryland and make the most of that fan base LOL moving training camp outside of texas is crazy as hell to me!!!
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:44 mike mckinney
11:44 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): Well, it's hot as hell in Texas. They can practice outside on the grass here without worrying about heat strokes.
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:44 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
11:46 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): Looks like we're about to get some action. I'm headed to the sideline.
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:46 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
11:50 espn_macmahon: Competition hasn't started in Oxnard. Offense and defense walking through plays on separate fields. [via Twitter]
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:50 espn_macmahon
11:56 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): The horn was a false alarm. Still no action. I'll chat until something interesting happens on the field.
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:56 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
11:57 [Comment From NeilNeil: ]
Is Dez on the sideline rehabbing with the chords?
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:57 Neil
11:57 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): Dez is out of the boot, but he hasn't stared chord work yet.
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:57 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
11:58 [Comment From Cowboys FanCowboys Fan: ]
I believe Dallas' plan is to change one offensive lineman A year until they get younger. Is Colombo next
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:58 Cowboys Fan
11:59 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): That all depends on the way things fall in the draft. I think they'll pick at least one lineman in the first three rounds, but I don't see them locking themselves into a certain position. Guard might be a bigger priority than tackle anyway. Kyle Kosier is in the last year of his contract.
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:59 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
11:59 calvinwatkins: Pat Watkins wearing a brace on his left knee. [via Twitter]
Saturday August 14, 2010 11:59 calvinwatkins
12:00 [Comment From LinkLink: ]
Is McCray's competing against Church fornt he final safety spot ?
Saturday August 14, 2010 12:00 Link
12:01 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): They're both competing with Pat Watkins, who is working on the chords today and should be back soon. Danny McCray seems to have the edge right now. His work as a gunner has been impressive.
Saturday August 14, 2010 12:01 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
12:01 [Comment From JayJay: ]
Which RB gets the most carries for the Cowboys? Was it just media that made Felix out to be the main cat?
Saturday August 14, 2010 12:01 Jay
12:02 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): There hasn't been any official declaration on the way the carries would be split. The coaches have said they want Felix Jones to be a major part of the offense, fueling speculation that he'll be the guy who gets the bulk of the carries.
Saturday August 14, 2010 12:02 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
12:02 [Comment From AndrewAndrew: ]
So how does Tony's back look out there?
Saturday August 14, 2010 12:02 Andrew
12:03 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): He hasn't had to really test it yet. They're just walking through plays. We might not get much more than that this morning. No pads, so there definitely won't be any hitting.
Saturday August 14, 2010 12:03 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
12:04 [Comment From amwamw: ]
any undraft rookies on the offensive side of the ball look good/?
Saturday August 14, 2010 12:04 amw
12:04 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): Chris Gronkowski is the undrafted offensive player with the best chance of making the team.
Saturday August 14, 2010 12:04 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
12:05 espn_macmahon: RT @ESPNDallas: Dallas Cowboys WR Dez Bryant's walking boot is removed - http://es.pn/9RWW6I [via Twitter]
Saturday August 14, 2010 12:05 espn_macmahon
12:06 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): Click the above link to get a little more info on Dez Bryant's rehab.
Saturday August 14, 2010 12:06 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
12:06 [Comment From IssacIssac: ]
What time does practice start tomorrow?!?!?!?!
Saturday August 14, 2010 12:06 Issac
12:06 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): 2:15
Saturday August 14, 2010 12:06 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
12:06 [Comment From amwamw: ]
Organization saying anything about matt nichols? he actually seemed comfortable in the pocket against the raiders
Saturday August 14, 2010 12:06 amw
12:07 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): I'd be surprised if he's around after final cuts. Best-case scenario for him is he sticks on the practice squad.
Saturday August 14, 2010 12:07 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
12:07 [Comment From JavanJavan: ]
Did romo share why he was holding the ball so long against the raiders, ro talk about some of this passes he through that could have been picks? he has no reason to trust our offensive line as much as he did thursday
Saturday August 14, 2010 12:07 Javan
12:08 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): He didn't get into details, but Romo acknowledged that he held the ball too long on at least one of his sacks.
Saturday August 14, 2010 12:08 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
12:08 [Comment From marc from Mauimarc from Maui: ]
amy chance stephen jones become GM in five years?
Saturday August 14, 2010 12:08 marc from Maui
12:09 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): That probably won't happen until Jerry goes to the great stadium in the sky, but Stephen has had a strong voice in Valley Ranch decisions for years. He's heavily involved in every personnel move.
Saturday August 14, 2010 12:09 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
12:10 [Comment From CharlieCharlie: ]
It appears that our receivers are having trouble creating separation from the DBs. Rank the recievers in their ability to get open.
Saturday August 14, 2010 12:10 Charlie
12:10 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): Miles Austin, Dez Bryant, Kevin Ogletree, Patrick Crayton, Roy Williams, Sam Hurd.
Saturday August 14, 2010 12:10 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
12:11 [Comment From ChettiblingChettibling: ]
Maybe Oakland is going to be a solid team on defense this year? If it were a regular season game, Dallas would have adjusted to all the man they were playing and Austin would have torn them up.
Saturday August 14, 2010 12:11 Chettibling
12:11 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): That's what happened on Thanksgiving last year.
Saturday August 14, 2010 12:11 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
12:11 [Comment From ScrimmageScrimmage: ]
Don't they always started practice working on special teams? Who do you think will be returning kicks and punts when the season starts?
Saturday August 14, 2010 12:11 Scrimmage
12:12 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): Yes, they do always open practice with special teams. My educated guesses on the return men: Dez Bryant on punts, Akwasi Owusu-Ansah on kickoffs.
Saturday August 14, 2010 12:12 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
12:12 [Comment From JJJJ: ]
How do you think the new TE Farr performed on Thursday night? Does he have a shot to make the roster?
Saturday August 14, 2010 12:12 JJ
12:14 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): Well, he looked pretty good on the corner route. Not bad at all overall, considering he was signed two days earlier. He's a good athlete who wasn't productive in college. I'd be surprised if he made the roster, but we'll see what happens. He's bigger and a better athlete than Scott Sicko, but Sicko is a better receiver.
Saturday August 14, 2010 12:14 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
12:14 [Comment From SteveSteve: ]
Does Dallas ever work on the Onside kicks, fake punts etc during training camps ?
Saturday August 14, 2010 12:14 Steve
12:14 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): Yes. Joe DeCamillis works on pretty much every special teams scenario you can imagine and a lot you never would have thought of.
Saturday August 14, 2010 12:14 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
12:15 [Comment From RJRJ: ]
The Cowboys website is reporting that Jerry said before practice today that Dez may now return for the final two preseason games. Is Jerry just being overly optimistic as usual?
Saturday August 14, 2010 12:15 RJ
12:16 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): That's the same optimism Jerry had the day after Dez Bryant suffered the high ankle sprain. Things are progressing as expected, so Jerry remains optimistic. I'd be surprised if Bryant played two preseason games, though.
Saturday August 14, 2010 12:16 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas)
12:18 Tim MacMahon (ESPNDallas): Practice is over. What a thrilling morning it was. Hopefully we'll get some action this afternoon.
