I'm Excited

[mattjames2010]

Forget the Patriots game, that team is on pace right now to have a similar season to 07. There were things on defense to be very, very excited about. Hardy and McClain are game changers, they will have two weeks to get back into game form (Even more than they already are), the coaching staff has 2 weeks to work this offensive line even more and get them into mid-season form (Hopefully the Leary and Collins battle starts back up), and there will be better evaluation of both Weeden and Cassle. Add in the fact that we may get Butler and Bryant back, and this offense will have SOME legitimate playmakers on the outside.

Our offense isn't going to be dynamic until Romo gets back, that's just the simple truth. The only way we will be winning games is by having our D step up, and I think we have the players back now to do just that. Add in Gregory and this d-line rotation is scary. We match up really, really well against the Giants. Flowers, while looking impressive as a rookie, is going to have a hard time with Hardy and Gregory. While Eli can beat the blitz, he's not Brady, and those blindside hits and near hits will result in costly turnovers.

My only fear is the running game, still. I'm done with the Randle experiment as a starter, he loses that little bit of burst/speed he has as the game goes on. He's a change of pace back. I don't know if Michael will come in and perform better, I do know he needs to be featured a bit more. He's the only back on this roster that is built to be a starter in this league with his power that is complimented by nice burst/speed. If we are going to continue running the ball on first down, you better be having your way with the run and not being dropped right at the line. Murray often got us 2-3 yards simply by power and falling forward, Randle is NOT that back. A change needs to be made.

It's nice to get a bit emotion out in game day threads, but this season is not over. As much as the last 3 losses hurt, the two important games are Giants and Eagles; both are winnable. Watch this defense wreck havoc in two weeks.

 

[NEODOG]

 

[batman36]

It's what I'm hopeful of.

 

[RunDMC]

Good post. Offense may not be dynamic, but they need to at least he efficient. Be able to sustain some drives and give the defense some rest. Can't score six points and beat anybody. Doesn't matter if it's New England we need more offense then that. Butler and Dez will give us two guys who can spread the field. Cassel may not have the arm Weeden does, but he has way more touch on his deep ball.

 

[AzorAhai]

Cautiously optimistic is how I would put it and thats only because every team in the east sucks and we're going to be healthy outside of Romo. Add in what looks to be a formidable pass rush and I have some hope.

 

[Alexander]

It is sad we cannot be excited about Hardy and the return of McClain and soon, Gregory, because we will be too busy being paranoid about our broken offense not doing enough to win a football game.

By the time the defense comes along, it is going to be too late if the offense does not do something drastic.

And that does not just mean trading out a backup talent at QB for another. There are other things that have to be addressed.

 

[mattjames2010]

I also think the decision has already been made after the Weeden performance yesterday, our starter is Cassel. They may not make it public or announce it until closer to the game, but Weeden will be hitting the bench. I also think C-Mike will be heavily used against the Giants, the coaches have to know we can't get it done with what Randle and McFadden are giving us.

Those are going to be the two big changes on gameday. If we can get this run game going and this defense plays like it's expected to, we'll do just fine.

 

[Daillest88]

It's time to make a change, I'm hoping Butler becomes a sleeper and steps up. I too believe Cassel has gotten the starting nod. Defense is only going to get better. With dez coming back and a change at qb, we can definitely make a push

 

[DejectedFan1996]

I feel our offense wasn't dynamic even with Romo the first two games.

 

[Staubacher]

I feel our offense wasn't dynamic even with Romo the first two games.

Yeah but he would have pulled out ATL or NO or both

 

[RunDMC]

I also think the decision has already been made after the Weeden performance yesterday, our starter is Cassel. They may not make it public or announce it until closer to the game, but Weeden will be hitting the bench. I also think C-Mike will be heavily used against the Giants, the coaches have to know we can't get it done with what Randle and McFadden are giving us.

Those are going to be the two big changes on gameday. If we can get this run game going and this defense plays like it's expected to, we'll do just fine.

Have a feeling that won't be the only change.

I look for some changes on the offensive line.

Leary is done. Those degenerative knees have caught up to him.

The La'El Collins era needs to commence.

 

[Risen Star]

It is sad we cannot be excited about Hardy and the return of McClain and soon, Gregory, because we will be too busy being paranoid about our broken offense not doing enough to win a football game.

By the time the defense comes along, it is going to be too late if the offense does not do something drastic.

And that does not just mean trading out a backup talent at QB for another. There are other things that have to be addressed.

You can address all the other things you want, if Brandon Weeden is under center, you will lose. It is that simple.

 

[dallasdave]

You can address all the other things you want, if Brandon Weeden is under center, you will lose. It is that simple.

 

[Risen Star]

Nothing puts a pep in my step like getting molested on national TV.

Go Cowboys.

 

[mattjames2010]

Have a feeling that won't be the only change.

I look for some changes on the offensive line.

Leary is done. Those degenerative knees have caught up to him.

The La'El Collins era needs to commence.

Leary needs to be added to the trade block. See what teams offer for him, if anything at all. He doesn't have a future here.

 

[muck4doo]

 

[big dog cowboy]

 

[Alexander]

You can address all the other things you want, if Brandon Weeden is under center, you will lose. It is that simple.

That goes without saying. I don't think Cassel alone is the tonic. Collins needs to be in there. Church needs to be benched. We need to get Michael involved and McFadden less involved.

 

[jazzcat22]

Blockbuster changes are about to happen....or they should happen anyway.
Agree, Collins in for Leary, Cassell in for Weeden, McFadden in for Randle, as I doubt Michael will be, yet. Give McFadden his shot first.
Dez needs to return, get him, TWill, Butler in game at same time.

Hardy, RoMac, Lee, Gregory, all ready to go in same game too.
Move Wilcox to SS, play Jones a s a true FS also. c. white stays as slot CB

 

[Alexander]

Leary needs to be added to the trade block. See what teams offer for him, if anything at all. He doesn't have a future here.

No, too valuable or something. Will hang on and let him go in free agency. That is how we operate.