I might do the unthinkable and start believing in Claiborne

[Sydla]

I might start believing in Claiborne.

He was impressive tonight. Two passes defended (well one was a deflection luckily caught by Miami). Doesn't mind sticking his nose in on tackles. Seems to have a big of swagger with him.

Throw in all the camp accolades this far and is it possible he might finally earn that 6th pick status?

If he continues to impress, who are your starting CBs in the base? It has to be him and Scandrick, right?

 

[Tusan_Homichi]

He looked good tonight and every camp report has been singing his praises. Maybe he's finally turned the corner?

On a somewhat related note, I might do the unthinkable too and start looking at Dak Prescott jerseys.

 

[StarBoyz83]

I didn't see the first part of the game and I hated the pick but I'm believing in him as well.

 

[Irvin88_4life]

Ya Claiborne looked better then any other DB tonight including Scandrick. Staying healthy has gone a huge way fit him this season

 

[TheEnigma]

I don't think it's fair to continue to hold the 6th pick against Claiborne. He played out his rookie contract and did not perform in that contract. He will never have been worth what we gave up.

However if he can be a starting quality player going forward for us I'd be glad to have him on the team. And I think he can.

 

[big dog cowboy]

I remember those who laughed at me in Feb and March when I said he would come back this year better than ever.

 

[Risen Star]

Best cornerback on the team.

 

[Wood]

I might start believing in Claiborne.

He was impressive tonight. Two passes defended (well one was a deflection luckily caught by Miami). Doesn't mind sticking his nose in on tackles. Seems to have a big of swagger with him.

Throw in all the camp accolades this far and is it possible he might finally earn that 6th pick status?

If he continues to impress, who are your starting CBs in the base? It has to be him and Scandrick, right?

Almost ready myself to jump back into team Claiborne. Looked like 1st round pick tonight. He is lean with long arms, playing with quickness and has improved his anticipation of routes.

 

[stilltheguru88]

I'll wait until Odell and Sheppard come in his face before I bow to him.

 

[StarBoyz83]

I'll wait until Odell and Sheppard come in his face before I bow to him.

Me too but he's finally showing promise which is all we can ask for at this point

 

[theogt]

He's only 26. Given his injury history, he's developmentally about 24 or so. Thus it would make sense if he's developing into a good NFL player at this stage.

 

[cowboyfan4life2]

I still need to see him do it when it counts, he has a lot to prove.

 

[CowboyChris]

He's on a one year contract, if he has a good year, he will probably sign elsewhere.

 

[UTmodisette]

He's on a one year contract, if he has a good year, he will probably sign elsewhere.

Possibly, but I think Claiborne genuinely wants to stay with the Cowboys. Most people thought he would leave Dallas after last year, but he seems to really want to prove to Dallas they weren't wrong about him. Now maybe Dallas won't have the money for him, but I can't see Jerry letting Claiborne go if he has a great year.

 

[jazzcat22]

I still need to see him do it when it counts, he has a lot to prove.

And playing hard and good in preseason doesn't count?
Isn't the concept is to play like it counts to earn a roster spot?
Are you going to say he looks good because it isn't game planned?

The reality is, he is out there going up against players trying to impress their coaches, and he is on his own out there. He is playing well in those situations covering his man. Seems like that counts a lot as to making plays. Game planned or not, he is playing well.

 

[CATCH17]

He looks bigger as well.

 

[chagus]

Claiborne is a VERY WELCOME surprise, thus far. Highest rated coming into the draft since Deon IIRC. WOW! What an expectation to have on ones shoulders. He's pulling thru. Thus far. Go Mo!

 

[cowboys2233]

Ya Claiborne looked better then any other DB tonight including Scandrick. Staying healthy has gone a huge way fit him this season

I think he's just a guy who took a relatively long time to truly feel comfortable in his surroundings. The Cowboys are about to be rewarded for their patience with this guy.

 

[kevm3]

The cornerback position takes a while to develop.You don't really get to see what a lot of them can do until the end of that first contract or into the second contract. Not surprised he is starting to improve his game.

 

[PA Cowboy Fan]

And playing hard and good in preseason doesn't count?
Isn't the concept is to play like it counts to earn a roster spot?
Are you going to say he looks good because it isn't game planned?

The reality is, he is out there going up against players trying to impress their coaches, and he is on his own out there. He is playing well in those situations covering his man. Seems like that counts a lot as to making plays. Game planned or not, he is playing well.

Not when you've been as big of a bust as he has. I'll wait until I see it in regular games.