How will Dak's 3rd year turn out?

[bayeslife]

Back to 2016 form without Dez sabotaging the offense

 

[TwoDeep3]

If this becomes more of a west coast offense with a power rushing game, the team will go as far as the defense will dictate.

Show me a mid top ten defense with a healthy, consistent pass rush and the DBs will play up to that challenge.

Show me the Smurfs fro yesteryear and with this running game this will be one of the top offenses in the league. Zeke will be in Supersized feed me mode. Dak will protect the ball and throw at a 66 or 67 completion percentage.

Dallas will get to the NFC Championship game.

Show me a creative OC who can devise a scheme to attack a defense in clever routes and a power rush game and all will be well.

 

[dallasdave]

dave--- i have watched about 1/2 hour worth of White Highlights...he has a strong arm and great touch ...i am rooting for him

he has a high ceiling

 

[HungryLion]

Throw or run after the play fake (or handoff)
Run Pass Option does see the QB running more at times
The “run/Pass” refers to the QB, otherwise itd just be a standard play-action

It’s not a standard play action though. A standard play action is a passing play. It’s designed as a passing play and is always going to be a passing play.

The option to hand off to the running back, is what makes it a “run-pass option”.

 

[HungryLion]

mr dak---- i copied and pasted this blurb as i was looking through RPO's---

The biggest concern with RPOs is the quarterback getting hit,” Oklahoma State OC Mike Yurcich says. “After all, part of the deal here is that they are blocking as if it’s a run play; they are not protecting the passer. [ESPN’s] Jon Gruden calls it ‘Ridiculous Pass-protection Offense,’ and I understand what he’s saying. We’ve got to get to where it’s sound, so we feel the quarterback can make a read, and if he’s correct in what he sees, then he shouldn’t take a hit.”

i am just worried sometimes about Dak might get clobbered by some defender and get hurt...i held my breath when Dak scrambled and barreled into defenders at goal line and flipped over them in Arizona game...so happy he jumped straight up un-hurt

Hey Gorico. The article is correct. There is of course, a risk to the QB. There is a risk to the QB on every pass play. 7 step drops are risky due to how long the QB has to hold the ball, by design.

My argument is just that I wouldn’t be worried about the risk of injury being any greater for Dak.

The RPO’s are also not going to be called that frequently I imagine. Not as frequently as some college offenses anway.

One of the risks of the RPO is that the QB is supposed to throw the ball immediately after the run fake. If the QB makes the wrong read, or hesitates throwing the ball, yes it is dangerous to the QB.

When executed properly though, it is not as dangerous.

 

[DFWJC]

RPO at the college level has been around a long time.
The NFL adopted it, or some of its concepts more recently. It really wasn't until last season that it was largely adopted across the league.
The defense adjusted some after the 2016 season. And after facing it much more last year, they started adjusting even more as the year went on in 2017.

I'm sure the entire offseason workshops and brain-storming on the defensive side of the ball has revolved around stopping the RPO, after Philly went all the way last year.
Count on DCs catching up a lot this year and count on way more penalties being called for lineman being illegally downfield on RPOs. It's only 1 yard in the NFL, so they break the rules almost every RPO play.

 

[starcity214]

Teams shied away from the RPO when Suggs hit Bradford in his surgically repaired knee during a preseason game. The NFL said if the QB fakes having the ball he can be legally hit. If the QB gives the appearance of having the ball, he's fair game to hit.

Exactly what I've been saying..

 

[Oh_Canada]

dear fellow cowboy fanzone freaks--- i will be honest...i personally do not know how Dak's 3rd year as QB will turn out?...i hope he becomes all and more we all hope he will be...but i dont know...do any of you fanzone freaks have a better idea how Dak will do?

thanks for your consideration in this matter
sincerely
GORICO

3700yds passing 25td’s 8int 65% comp 5 rush td’s

 

[waving monkey]

Franchise QB in Dak, just drafted a kid they love in White and Rush is still here another QB they love.

How many QB's do you think the Cowboys need?

the back up is always the best

 

[waving monkey]

Theres a huge split in the fanbase that thinks so and that thinks not. So it's not really silly.

the fun of the game is the game

 

[Rayman70]

If the oline stays in tact and healthy,he will surpass the stats of 2016 and have a great year.

 

[xwalker]

mr xwalker --- thanks for the remedial teaching...but in RPO...only the QB knows if he is doing something different than handing it off to RB...O line blocks as though its a run play..( O-line is not pass blocking at any point )..i copied and pasted one blurb about NFL RPO's you might enjoy.

The biggest concern with RPOs is the quarterback getting hit,” Oklahoma State OC Mike Yurcich says. “After all, part of the deal here is that they are blocking as if it’s a run play; they are not protecting the passer. [ESPN’s] Jon Gruden calls it ‘Ridiculous Pass-protection Offense,’ and I understand what he’s saying. We’ve got to get to where it’s sound, so we feel the quarterback can make a read, and if he’s correct in what he sees, then he shouldn’t take a hit.”

Yes, generally they run block completely; however, some smart fellas started having some OL run block and some pass block.

 

[northerncowboynation]

n.c. nation---- man i sure hope so...been hearing a lot of chatter that defenses will not be scared of any of the receivers so they will just routinely load the box and force Dak to beat them with his arm....i hope Sanjay coach can develop receiver schemes that get our guys open consistently and their good route running will get them open consistently and Dak improves field vision and improves getting ball out of his hands faster...i watched a breakdown of all of Dak's 32 sacks and several were do to him hanging on to the ball too long...we got to do things to put defenses on their heels..so by mid-way through season opponents shake in their cleats...OH NO its Dak and company

I know G but that's just chatter. As fans we need to know "now" but are forced to wait for September to roll around and cast our feint of heart on the entire CZ world until that happens. It's the need to control and I've learned a thing or two in 60 years, we have control of one thing only, our own actions. I prescribe a good dose of O. That's short for O-line btw. After a good dose of Dr O, bring out the 10 personnel and let the other teams deal with that nightmare. I look at the potential

 

[dfense]

Don't worry, if he doesn't pan out, they can blame Garrett. Dak's in a no lose situation.

 

[Carter]

We will see what he can do when there is no pressure forcing the Ball to Dez and Witten anymore.

Its do or die for him this year.

If he stinks it up all bets are off for a new starting QB 2019

 

[Dbeastmode21]

Dak Prescott ll make it to the Superbowl as a player not with cbs

 

[Rayman70]

I THINK we haven't allowed Dak to run the entire playbook. I think they been spoon feeding him as they go. This is his 3rd year. Time to release the hounds. lol. Time for the kid gloves to come off. It certainly will help him if the oline is in order and Zeke is on the field. Last year was a debacle and a distraction. The good news we can take from last season is the mere fact we somehow managed to pull 9 wins outta our arse with everything we had going on that WAS a circus that only PT Barnum would be proud of. Missed the playoffs by 1 scant game. Those are the facts. I think we will be ok guys.

 

[GORICO]

Hey Gorico. The article is correct. There is of course, a risk to the QB. There is a risk to the QB on every pass play. 7 step drops are risky due to how long the QB has to hold the ball, by design.

My argument is just that I wouldn’t be worried about the risk of injury being any greater for Dak.

The RPO’s are also not going to be called that frequently I imagine. Not as frequently as some college offenses anway.

One of the risks of the RPO is that the QB is supposed to throw the ball immediately after the run fake. If the QB makes the wrong read, or hesitates throwing the ball, yes it is dangerous to the QB.

When executed properly though, it is not as dangerous.

yes indeed....also i was reading some articles how Dak is really working on his footwork and drop backs this year...the article said coaches were
concerned Dak dropped back too far sometimes last year...and his set up time before delivery was slow..( i totally concur with this )...i am looking forward to Dak getting rid of the ball both more effeciently and quicker this year...also i am rooting for our 3rd round pick Gallup to be effective his rookie year.( they say ususally rookie receivers need a year or two before they hit their stride )...i am excited which receiver steps up or maybe
more than one...you know when its 3 rd and 8 at the 40 yd line and we desperately need a first down?....it seems the cowboys feel more encouraged seeing if Dak can develop chemistry with these new receivers verses Dak feeling compelled to throw to Dez because he was their #1
This philosophy is winning me over too...i am getting excited for 2018 and our new passing look...what do you think?

 

[GORICO]

3700yds passing 25td’s 8int 65% comp 5 rush td’s

that would be a very good year indeed

 

[GORICO]

Yes, generally they run block completely; however, some smart fellas started having some OL run block and some pass block.

that seems to make sense