News: How the Dallas Cowboys became contenders again

[CCBoy]

How the Dallas Cowboys became contenders again
http://thelandryhat.com/2017/06/25/dallas-cowboys-became-contenders-again/



...Instead of giving out big contracts to players who are available for a reason, the Cowboys have gone in a different direction. Dallas has utilized this period to add solid veterans that may not be flashy but produce nonetheless.

In 2014, the Cowboys signed defense linemen Terrell McClain and Jeremy Mincey. McClain never made more than $1 million per season. Mincey made $3 million total. They combined to produce 9.5 sacks and while Mincey retired, McClain got paid handsomely this offseason.

In 2015, Dallas added running back Darren McFadden for a grand total of $3 million over two years. How did that work out? Well, McFadden bridged the gap between DeMarco Murray and Ezekiel Elliott, gaining 1,089 yards and finishing fourth in the league in rushing.

Last year, the Cowboys spent a whopping $700K on defensive end Benson Mayowa. In return, they got a guy who led the entire team in sacks...

 

[CCBoy]

I don't know if Dallas can handle Dak being the 30th highest paid QB in the league...at $680,000. But then around $1 million for the next two seasons. Geese...and, Tony's owed money drops off the books after next season. Tough!

 

[CCBoy]

...The big question comes from how big of a role will they play in the upcoming season. It is a question that should be answered by the end of training camp but the team absolutely needs versatile young defensive backs who can be more productive than their predecessors.

The Cowboys have been bounced out of the playoffs based off of the terrible play in their secondary. The offense has scored a ton, even the pass rush has arrived at points, but the secondary has always been the constant struggle.

Now the team is finally addressing the issue as they have several young players who will look to take on a bigger role in this defense. If the young corners on the Cowboys roster can impress the coaching staff then players like Nolan Carroll and Orlando Scandrick could find themselves on the outside looking in...

(some result oriented questions, here)

http://thelandryhat.com/2017/06/25/dallas-cowboys-nolan-carroll-benched-rookie/

 

[waving monkey]

Thanks CCBoy, I love the message in this article. After some trying times the fruits of the new philosophy are showing
great results. We are emerging from the tunnel of discontent well, some of us. Yes the Jones management team has
experienced some wild fricking luck but you know what they say about.
Happy times

 

[Bullflop]

Evidently, Dallas' front office realized at some point a couple of years back that they needed to be more vigilant about avoiding the overpaying aged veterans and decided to go conservative with their spending habits. It appears to be paying dividends. Their drafts have also taken a major step forward as well.

Will McClay has been a positive force in guiding the staff in the right direction and steering them onto the same page on draft day. It has obviously paid dividends by way of their promising results in acquiring rookies with productive backgrounds who are proving themselves when game day comes around.
Hopes are higher than they've been in decades and the future looks bright. Now, let's just enjoy the good times.

 

[CCBoy]

Evidently, Dallas' front office realized at some point a couple of years back that they needed to be more vigilant about overpaying aged veterans and decided to go conservative with their spending habits. It appears to be paying dividends. Their drafts have also taken a step forward.

Will McClay has been a positive force in guiding the staff in the right direction and steering them onto the same page on draft day. It has obviously paid dividends by way of their promising results in acquiring rookies with productive backgrounds who are proving themselves when game day comes around.
Hopes are higher than they've been in decades and the future looks bright. Now, let's just enjoy the good times.

I'm signing up for a lot of contented watching...

 

[xwalker]

How the Dallas Cowboys became contenders again
http://thelandryhat.com/2017/06/25/dallas-cowboys-became-contenders-again/



...Instead of giving out big contracts to players who are available for a reason, the Cowboys have gone in a different direction. Dallas has utilized this period to add solid veterans that may not be flashy but produce nonetheless.

In 2014, the Cowboys signed defense linemen Terrell McClain and Jeremy Mincey. McClain never made more than $1 million per season. Mincey made $3 million total. They combined to produce 9.5 sacks and while Mincey retired, McClain got paid handsomely this offseason.

In 2015, Dallas added running back Darren McFadden for a grand total of $3 million over two years. How did that work out? Well, McFadden bridged the gap between DeMarco Murray and Ezekiel Elliott, gaining 1,089 yards and finishing fourth in the league in rushing.

Last year, the Cowboys spent a whopping $700K on defensive end Benson Mayowa. In return, they got a guy who led the entire team in sacks...

They are confused. Mayowa received a 3.3M signing bonus PLUS the 700K base salary.

 

[CCBoy]

They are confused. Mayowa received a 3.3M signing bonus PLUS the 700K base salary.

Point, still coming to the roster cheaply?

 

[big dog cowboy]

I'm still dreaming of next off season when the Cowboys have some money to spend in free agency and 10 draft picks. If you like the Cowboys now, next summers roster will really be something to see.

 

[DeaconMoss]

Dallas has a 3 year window before they have to pay Dak. If he is the real deal.

 

[DC Cowboy]

I'm still dreaming of next off season when the Cowboys have some money to spend in free agency and 10 draft picks. If you like the Cowboys now, next summers roster will really be something to see.

I would save that money and continue to draft well, Dak's pay day is coming(looking at Carr's contract). At some point we can start to discuss O-Scan's release and that cap savings, Witten's retirement/release. We should be in good cap space for the near future.

 

[hornitosmonster]

Much like the Seahawks took advantage of Wilson's rookie contract. Need to strike while the iron is hot