My take on what it will take for the Cowboys to win

[Nav22]

Bingo. Running the ball on first down each and every time and getting 2 yards isn't going to win this game. Back in the Glory days, we threw it early and ran it late. Play action passing is what will set the tone early. TB is the 24th ranked defense in the league. We should be able to do some things.

Not sure what metric you got this from, but TB was 8th in defensive efficiency this season. And they're healthy.

Their offense was 23rd in efficiency. Their special teams was 30th in efficiency. Defense is the strength of their team.

Cowboys were 7th in offensive efficiency, 4th in defensive efficiency, and 13th in ST efficiency.

 

[Nav22]

NFL players, coaches, scouts and execs ranked Dak as a top 10 QB.

The OP says, "Dak shouldn't be in the NFL."

Gee, who should I believe???????

 

[Blackrain]

Oh boy can't make Dak the focal point He's our quarterback there isn't really a choice in the matter.

Not only has to be the focal point but he has to have a good game Yes for sure we have to establish the run but Dak absolutely has to be part of that running game.

When Dak has open real estate in front of him he cannot continue to hold the ball and wait for something to happen while everyone is covered or try low percentage throws that get intercepted.

Dak most certainly needs to lead this offense it is up to him to decide when it's not there and to use his legs.

The offensive line has to be on top of its game and cannot crippled Dak with penalties that leave him with unmanageable down and distant situations this is a recipe for disaster.

I could be wrong but I don't think our running backs are going to have a stunning amount of success running into the teeth of the Tampa Bay defense.
Our biggest runs will happen when they are not expecting it and we are going to have to work some play action.

Their defense is pretty healthy and I Don't see us flat out overpowering them. Dak is going to be required to be at the top of his game and make some good decisions fast in this game
We have to outmaneuver them.

 

[CWR]

Tampa looks to have the number one pass defense in yards allowed. They are 16th vs the run.

Yeah, we NEED to run the ball.

 

[CowboysFaninHouston]

IF the Cowboys will focus on their run game and plays that don't put the onus on Dak to make the difference, he'll have a great game. Dak doesn't respond well to game plans or situations that revolve around and depend on his ability to move the team.
But, if he is not the central focus of the offensive scheme, and the Cowboys defense plays aggressive early, Dak will shine. Any time the coaches see Dak being pressured to make a play, they must change the narrative and keep the pressure on the running backs.
Dak is great when he doesn't feel that he has to be the leader. If the Cowboys can grab the momentum early and Dak can take his time assimilating into the game plan, that's when he is at his best. He's that way because he is a nice guy, and doesn't know how to be the guy that is "in your face" with the game.
In short, the Cowboys can count on Dak's best if he doesn't know they are counting on it.
Some players are just that way. Dak is a chameleon; he plays like the rest of the team is playing - good, or bad. He'll play great if he feels like the rest of the team is carrying the load..
Mark my word; If Dak is relaxed when he hits the field and is allowed to think the rest of the team will carry him, he'll play well. But if he thinks the pressure is on him get ready for some three-and-outs.
This is the secret to Dak Prescott. He wants to be part of the team and enjoy their success, but he doesn't want to have to lead them.

wow, another bash dak thread. you are another Bash Dak over Dallas crowd....there are so many of you revealing yourself this week. I bet you would love to see dallas lose, so you can post for the next 8 months, about Dak this, Dak that.

who cares about Dak this. Dak that.

whatever the game plan for the team to win. end of story.

p.s.

in case you were passed out and missed the threads.....Dak is not Elite.

 

[CowboysFaninHouston]

Leeblair after Dak balls out and wins on Monday.

that's MC, Khiladi and Poopy dog as well. they probably sit in a room and do that.

they are the leaders of the Bash Dak over Dallas crowd.

 

[CowboysFaninHouston]

I don't change my opinion of Dak as a starter; he shouldn't be in the NFL.
The Cowboys are going to have to win by focusing on their strengths and taking the pressure off of Dak.
If Dak has to lead, the Buccaneers will easily defeat the Cowboys.
Dak only "balls out" when the opposing defenses arent able to focus on him or simply don't need to focus on him because they have a big lead.

"he shouldn't be in the NFL"

yeah, you are hitting the bottle again.... come on man don't fall off the wagon. you did so go for a couple of weeks there.

 

[Rayman70]

will take much luck, and a perfect game, coupled with a blow out. otherwise, we aint winning a soft rigged game.

 

[CowboysFaninHouston]

NFL players, coaches, scouts and execs ranked Dak as a top 10 QB.

The OP says, "Dak shouldn't be in the NFL."

Gee, who should I believe???????

I know. sould I believe NFL execs or an alcoholic , who was jailed and fined for cheating people out of their money...hmmm, tough choice.

 

[bigE79]

IF the Cowboys will focus on their run game and plays that don't put the onus on Dak to make the difference, he'll have a great game. Dak doesn't respond well to game plans or situations that revolve around and depend on his ability to move the team.
But, if he is not the central focus of the offensive scheme, and the Cowboys defense plays aggressive early, Dak will shine. Any time the coaches see Dak being pressured to make a play, they must change the narrative and keep the pressure on the running backs.
Dak is great when he doesn't feel that he has to be the leader. If the Cowboys can grab the momentum early and Dak can take his time assimilating into the game plan, that's when he is at his best. He's that way because he is a nice guy, and doesn't know how to be the guy that is "in your face" with the game.
In short, the Cowboys can count on Dak's best if he doesn't know they are counting on it.
Some players are just that way. Dak is a chameleon; he plays like the rest of the team is playing - good, or bad. He'll play great if he feels like the rest of the team is carrying the load..
Mark my word; If Dak is relaxed when he hits the field and is allowed to think the rest of the team will carry him, he'll play well. But if he thinks the pressure is on him get ready for some three-and-outs.
This is the secret to Dak Prescott. He wants to be part of the team and enjoy their success, but he doesn't want to have to lead them.

Good post buddy but I have an honest question for you,is this really all you can expect from a QB that's being paid millions just to be a bus driver? I want my QB at his best in situations when all is not well,to handle the pressure to lead the team despite the circumstances,but if he cowers and retreats as we have seen dak do when things are bad,then what are we really gaining with him.

 

[Chuck 54]

Personally, with this OL, I don’t think we will have any success running the ball. This OL cannot move people. If we force the run over and over, it will only result in lots of 3rd and longs and 3 and outs.

We need to come out passing, but lots of quick passes that are like run plays. Passes that get you 3-4 yards are better than I think we will do running the ball. Run defense is what TB does best. Also, Kellen Moore needs to specifically move Ceedee around and scheme him and the TEs open with lots of motion, having them in different places, and bunches and rubs.

Do NOT just hand the ball off up the middle and do not try to run Zeke outside vs those speedy LBs.
Do not just call our basic pass plays and let TB know where Ceedee will be and what he will do, forcing Dak to pass to the JAGs who will be in man coverage but cannot beat it.

Yes, Dak must make good decisions and pass accurately, but Kellen must make that possible on a high percentage of plays.

 

[Nav22]

I know. sould I believe NFL execs or an alcoholic , who was jailed and fined for cheating people out of their money...hmmm, tough choice.

 

[Carson]

will take much luck, and a perfect game, coupled with a blow out. otherwise, we aint winning a soft rigged game.

Nick Wright nailed it.

Basically said that once they hit Brady once, he will be crying in the refs ear. Expect a couple of bad roughing the passers and a few phantom holding calls on the backside of the play to keep the drive going.

 

[PAPPYDOG]

IF the Cowboys will focus on their run game and plays that don't put the onus on Dak to make the difference, he'll have a great game. Dak doesn't respond well to game plans or situations that revolve around and depend on his ability to move the team.
But, if he is not the central focus of the offensive scheme, and the Cowboys defense plays aggressive early, Dak will shine. Any time the coaches see Dak being pressured to make a play, they must change the narrative and keep the pressure on the running backs.
Dak is great when he doesn't feel that he has to be the leader. If the Cowboys can grab the momentum early and Dak can take his time assimilating into the game plan, that's when he is at his best. He's that way because he is a nice guy, and doesn't know how to be the guy that is "in your face" with the game.
In short, the Cowboys can count on Dak's best if he doesn't know they are counting on it.
Some players are just that way. Dak is a chameleon; he plays like the rest of the team is playing - good, or bad. He'll play great if he feels like the rest of the team is carrying the load..
Mark my word; If Dak is relaxed when he hits the field and is allowed to think the rest of the team will carry him, he'll play well. But if he thinks the pressure is on him get ready for some three-and-outs.
This is the secret to Dak Prescott. He wants to be part of the team and enjoy their success, but he doesn't want to have to lead them.

Tampa is terrible this season and the defense should be enough as we win this game.
The real challenge and drop to reality will come next week in Philly.
Again I cannot stress how much our QB situation holds us back but I'll let our fans witness it for themselves once again as it's the proper play here!

 

[Rayman70]

Nick Wright nailed it.

Basically said that once he hit Brady once, he will be crying in the refs ear. Expect a could of bad roughing the passers and a few phantom holding calls on the backside of the play to keep the drive going.

well said. FACT

 

[Rayman70]

Have to lay a 40 burger to win this game.

 

[leeblair]

Good post buddy but I have an honest question for you,is this really all you can expect from a QB that's being paid millions just to be a bus driver? I want my QB at his best in situations when all is not well,to handle the pressure to lead the team despite the circumstances,but if he cowers and retreats as we have seen dak do when things are bad,then what are we really gaining with him.

I don't think Dak should be in the NFL. He's a nice guy, but he's not NFL caliber. Plenty of people can throw a football accurately if they get to stand behind a wall and take their time, but NFL caliber is a different skill set. Dak doesn't make good decisions under pressure- and that is not just talking about the pass rush. He chokes whenever the game requires him to make the difference. He has never been the reason the Cowboys went from struggling to winning. Someone else has to make the difference.
That's not NFL caliber.

 

[leeblair]

I know. sould I believe NFL execs or an alcoholic , who was jailed and fined for cheating people out of their money...hmmm, tough choice.

Let's put an end to this once and for all:
You post the legal documents that back up your claims about me, along with your real name.
I dare you.
If you can prove what you have been saying about me, I'll leave the forum and admit that you were right.
But if not, post your real name; we have a problem to deal with.

 

[fansince68]

Every body thinks running the ball is the key to victory. Against a team that is stout against the run? With our line in constant transition? My suggestion is bootleg short passes on 1st down. Greenlight Dak to run and get the 1st downs. Pollard must be on the field on obvious passing plays. If we can get a 2 touchdown lead, then we run the ball but make the 1st down runs rare. We have a strong tendency to run on 1st down. Tampa will be waiting for that.

 

[Risen Star]

IF the Cowboys will focus on their run game and plays that don't put the onus on Dak to make the difference, he'll have a great game. Dak doesn't respond well to game plans or situations that revolve around and depend on his ability to move the team.
But, if he is not the central focus of the offensive scheme, and the Cowboys defense plays aggressive early, Dak will shine. Any time the coaches see Dak being pressured to make a play, they must change the narrative and keep the pressure on the running backs.
Dak is great when he doesn't feel that he has to be the leader. If the Cowboys can grab the momentum early and Dak can take his time assimilating into the game plan, that's when he is at his best. He's that way because he is a nice guy, and doesn't know how to be the guy that is "in your face" with the game.
In short, the Cowboys can count on Dak's best if he doesn't know they are counting on it.
Some players are just that way. Dak is a chameleon; he plays like the rest of the team is playing - good, or bad. He'll play great if he feels like the rest of the team is carrying the load..
Mark my word; If Dak is relaxed when he hits the field and is allowed to think the rest of the team will carry him, he'll play well. But if he thinks the pressure is on him get ready for some three-and-outs.
This is the secret to Dak Prescott. He wants to be part of the team and enjoy their success, but he doesn't want to have to lead them.

But what about his great LEADERSHIP?

What exactly do they pay him 40 million a year for?