If Memory Serves Me Correctly

[ChuckA1]

I’ve been following the Cowboys since 1962. I believe I’ve only missed watching a handful of games in that time. Thinking back to the early days, the face of the Cowboys was always Coach Landry. We didn’t see the owner or hear from him on every team issue. Tom Landry took care of all that… and that was that! The fans were brutal in those days too. I remember fans and sportscasters saying the Cowboys were a soft, finesse team, not tough enough to win against Green Bay or Pittsburgh. According to Cowboys detractors, they were very talented but not tough enough to win a championship. Then the ’72 Superbowl happened and later, the ’78! The Cowboys set a lot of winning records in the 60’s and 70’s.

Later, the face of the team became Jimmy Johnson. The new owner tried to bask in the limelight, but ultimately, the face of the three SB winning Cowboys was Jimmy Johnson. Jerry Jones paid the bills, but Jimmy Johnson worked the trades, the drafts and the winning strategies in that era. Although physically there for only two of the three, all three wins are deservedly attributed to Jimmy Johnson’s coaching acumen.

So, what’s changed in the last 28 years? I’ll let you be the judge.

 

[john van brocklin]

I’ve been following the Cowboys since 1962. I believe I’ve only missed watching a handful of games in that time. Thinking back to the early days, the face of the Cowboys was always Coach Landry. We didn’t see the owner or hear from him on every team issue. Tom Landry took care of all that… and that was that! The fans were brutal in those days too. I remember fans and sportscasters saying the Cowboys were a soft, finesse team, not tough enough to win against Green Bay or Pittsburgh. According to Cowboys detractors, they were very talented but not tough enough to win a championship. Then the ’72 Superbowl happened and later, the ’78! The Cowboys set a lot of winning records in the 60’s and 70’s.

Later, the face of the team became Jimmy Johnson. The new owner tried to bask in the limelight, but ultimately, the face of the three SB winning Cowboys was Jimmy Johnson. Jerry Jones paid the bills, but Jimmy Johnson worked the trades, the drafts and the winning strategies in that era. Although physically there for only two of the three, all three wins are deservedly attributed to Jimmy Johnson’s coaching acumen.

So, what’s changed in the last 28 years? I’ll let you be the judge.

Jerry has set the tone for the Cowboys the last 28 years.
He has put a culture in place that is not conducive to winning championships.

The sunshine pumping and overall emphasis on brand , money, sponsorships and has trickled down to the players.

Even the home stadium atmosphere seems to place an emphasis on entertainment rather than winning.

 

[big dog cowboy]

So, what’s changed in the last 28 years? I’ll let you be the judge.

Internet and instant news technology like smart phones. It used to be "film at 11" and now it's BREAKING NEWS with instant or live video. There are interviews and live podcasts going on all the time.

I remember waiting for SportCenter to see the highlights of each game. Now SportsCenter is old news by the time it airs. We live in a right now world for news.

 

[Howboutdemcowboys31]

In the last 28 years what's changed

Well I was in kindergarten 28 years ago. Now I'm a home owner, married, and still haven't seen them win crap

 

[Irvin88_4life]

In the last 28 years what's changed

Well I was in kindergarten 28 years ago. Now I'm a home owner, married, and still haven't seen them win crap

It was wonderful watching them win championships and have success in the playoffs.

I pray you guys under 30 will experience it one day

 

[ChuckA1]

It was wonderful watching them win championships and have success in the playoffs.

I pray you guys under 30 will experience it one day

Very well said, Amigo. I watched all eight SB's live and hopefully the newer fans will get to watch a few also

 

[Howboutdemcowboys31]

It was wonderful watching them win championships and have success in the playoffs.

I pray you guys under 30 will experience it one day

I'm 34 its terrible esp cause I live outside of Phila who recently got their first and almost second

 

[Irvin88_4life]

I'm 34 its terrible esp cause I live outside of Phila who recently got their first and almost second

Try watching Washington and NY win multiple ones

 

[CCBoy]

I’ve been following the Cowboys since 1962. I believe I’ve only missed watching a handful of games in that time. Thinking back to the early days, the face of the Cowboys was always Coach Landry. We didn’t see the owner or hear from him on every team issue. Tom Landry took care of all that… and that was that! The fans were brutal in those days too. I remember fans and sportscasters saying the Cowboys were a soft, finesse team, not tough enough to win against Green Bay or Pittsburgh. According to Cowboys detractors, they were very talented but not tough enough to win a championship. Then the ’72 Superbowl happened and later, the ’78! The Cowboys set a lot of winning records in the 60’s and 70’s.

Later, the face of the team became Jimmy Johnson. The new owner tried to bask in the limelight, but ultimately, the face of the three SB winning Cowboys was Jimmy Johnson. Jerry Jones paid the bills, but Jimmy Johnson worked the trades, the drafts and the winning strategies in that era. Although physically there for only two of the three, all three wins are deservedly attributed to Jimmy Johnson’s coaching acumen.

So, what’s changed in the last 28 years? I’ll let you be the judge.

You miss a lot of attachments for the period. That is back dating convenience for blame.

San Francisco had an iron hand in management...as did the Jets, Raiders, and Cowboys with Landry and Jerry/Jimmy. The Jets made the AFC/NFC merger successul...by control of their team. That happened with the Raiders as well. There was a gamble stamped on the time as well as the principal in it's management.

Jerry fought for player advantages as well as winning. He found himself at the disadvantage of change...not stupidity.

 

[CCBoy]

In the last 28 years what's changed

Well I was in kindergarten 28 years ago. Now I'm a home owner, married, and still haven't seen them win crap

With a mortgage...as well.

 

[Risen Star]

I’ve been following the Cowboys since 1962. I believe I’ve only missed watching a handful of games in that time. Thinking back to the early days, the face of the Cowboys was always Coach Landry. We didn’t see the owner or hear from him on every team issue. Tom Landry took care of all that… and that was that! The fans were brutal in those days too. I remember fans and sportscasters saying the Cowboys were a soft, finesse team, not tough enough to win against Green Bay or Pittsburgh. According to Cowboys detractors, they were very talented but not tough enough to win a championship. Then the ’72 Superbowl happened and later, the ’78! The Cowboys set a lot of winning records in the 60’s and 70’s.

Later, the face of the team became Jimmy Johnson. The new owner tried to bask in the limelight, but ultimately, the face of the three SB winning Cowboys was Jimmy Johnson. Jerry Jones paid the bills, but Jimmy Johnson worked the trades, the drafts and the winning strategies in that era. Although physically there for only two of the three, all three wins are deservedly attributed to Jimmy Johnson’s coaching acumen.

So, what’s changed in the last 28 years? I’ll let you be the judge.

Don't leave us hang like that, Charles. What is it?

 

[Dallasfann]

Jerry Jones still has more rings then Tom Landry. You can sugar coat it however you want.

 

[blueblood70]

ohh you got to love the disguised whinefest... you don't think we have enough negative posts?? missing 4 pro bowl players on the road, it is what it is one game one loss let's move on....

 

[ChuckA1]

ohh you got to love the disguised whinefest... you don't think we have enough negative posts?? missing 4 pro bowl players on the road, it is what it is one game one loss let's move on....

Don't think I mentioned a game loss. Maybe read thoroughly before posting

 

[ChuckA1]

You miss a lot of attachments for the period. That is back dating convenience for blame.

San Francisco had an iron hand in management...as did the Jets, Raiders, and Cowboys with Landry and Jerry/Jimmy. The Jets made the AFC/NFC merger successul...by control of their team. That happened with the Raiders as well. There was a gamble stamped on the time as well as the principal in it's management.

Jerry fought for player advantages as well as winning. He found himself at the disadvantage of change...not stupidity.

I never suggested Jerry was stupid or anything but a good owner, maybe great. Except, he should have been smart enough to hire a GM with superb football knowledge after Jimmy left. I believe he'd have at least a couple more SB wins.

 

[CCBoy]

I never suggested Jerry was stupid or anything but a good owner, maybe great. Except, he should have been smart enough to hire a GM with superb football knowledge after Jimmy left. I believe he'd have at least a couple more SB wins.

Not true and biased. Individual control was once a requisite for even having success in the NFL. Who controls what is that ownership privilege. That IS the American way...even in the accomplishment of success in the NFL itself. Facts.

He had good advisors as well as continuity of advice through out his ownership pursuit. Then knowledge of NFL success and player evaluations. NFL setting standards at that...don't take stock in Hillbilly levels of hero worship instead.

Something wrong with the current support system on player evaluations or how to knowledge in the coaching staff?

I'll answer that...NO. The road still has to be walked, no matter what excuse is carried along.

 

[ChuckA1]

Not true and biased. Individual control was once a requisite for even having success in the NFL. Who controls what is that ownership privilege. That IS the American way...even in the accomplishment of success in the NFL itself. Facts.

Just speaking based on experience. Sure, Jerry has three SB's compared to two by Landry. But compare the success pre-Jones to post-Jimmy and it's not even up for debate. If he'd brought in a great GM instead of running the entire show himself, he'd have a higher post-season win rate imho.

But neither of us can prove our opinions here, so no sense arguing about it.

 

[Motorola]

In the last 28 years what's changed

Well I was in kindergarten 28 years ago. Now I'm a home owner, married, and still haven't seen them win crap

It was wonderful watching them win championships and have success in the playoffs.

I pray you guys under 30 will experience it one day

And us fans in our golden-sunset-twilight years witness at least one more title season.

 

[CCBoy]

Just speaking based on experience. Sure, Jerry has three SB's compared to two by Landry. But compare the success pre-Jones to post-Jimmy and it's not even up for debate. If he'd brought in a great GM instead of running the entire show himself, he'd have a higher post-season win rate imho.

But neither of us can prove our opinions here, so no sense arguing about it.

That is not a direct comparison beyond a fan's being thankful for success. A stat is not directly comparable from base level different eras. Direct comparison validity on those have changed. So are success requirements as well. Jimmy having good success no longer defines the whole picture beyond his own choice to be fired.

You can not substitute facts in defining in a discussion. You instead choose a false reason to define cause...it doesn't and one demeans another's character in that process. You are wrong whether you approach further or nor.

 

[ChuckA1]

That is not a direct comparison beyond a fan's being thankful for success. A stat is not directly comparable from base level different eras. Direct comparison validity on those have changed. So are success requirements as well. Jimmy having good success no longer defines the whole picture beyond his own choice to be fired.

You can not substitute facts in defining in a discussion. You instead choose a false reason to define cause...it doesn't and one demeans another's character in that process. You are wrong whether you approach further or nor.

And you, sir have to criticize and demean to make your points. You are wrong and may be a Jones for all I know