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*this is two days old, but raises a couple questions...
Roster changes could be forthcoming
May, 16, 2010 May 166:58PM
By Calvin Watkins
The Cowboys are not totally set on their roster as they begin the first set of organized team activities on Monday.
For one thing, two players have requested trades in wide receivers Patrick Crayton and Sam Hurd. Defensive end Marcus Spears, while he hasn't requested a trade, isn't pleased he doesn't have a new contract.
Then there's the offensive line. When the team made a trade for left tackle Alex Barron last week, it created some interesting position battles.
Last year, the Cowboys kept 10 offensive linemen on the 53-man roster. Offensive linemen Travis Bright (practice squad) and Robert Brewster (injured reserve) were not on the active roster.
As of now, the Cowboys have 13 total offensive linemen with a logjam at the inside linemen positions. The Cowboys have eight guards/centers on the roster and just moved Pat McQuistan from tackle to guard. The Cowboys could lower their numbers by cutting the underacheiving Cory Procter (center/guard) and allowing Montrae Holland or Bright to back up Andre Gurode at center.
Notes: It looks as if punter Mat McBriar will return as the holder. He was holding for kicker David Buehler at Valley Ranch during voluntary workouts. Wade Phillips said nothing has been determined. ... It will be interesting to see how the reps are divided among receivers Roy Williams, Miles Austin and Dez Bryant this week during OTAs. ... Backup center Duke Preston hasn't signed his tender, but there is a thought he might retire. ... With Keith Brooking missing the OTAs as he recovers from knee surgery, Sean Lee and Jason Williams will take his place as the inside linebacker. ... Fullback Deon Anderson was in a good mood last week at the Cowboys' golf outing and said "its in God's hands" regarding his status with the club. Anderson has some legal issues, including getting arrested for an outstanding warrant, however, two guns were found on the scene. ... We expect Marion Barber to be the starting running back, and Felix Jones said he hasn't been told if he will get more reps or will replace Barber in the starting lineup.
Roster changes could be forthcoming
May, 16, 2010 May 166:58PM
By Calvin Watkins
The Cowboys are not totally set on their roster as they begin the first set of organized team activities on Monday.
For one thing, two players have requested trades in wide receivers Patrick Crayton and Sam Hurd. Defensive end Marcus Spears, while he hasn't requested a trade, isn't pleased he doesn't have a new contract.
Then there's the offensive line. When the team made a trade for left tackle Alex Barron last week, it created some interesting position battles.
Last year, the Cowboys kept 10 offensive linemen on the 53-man roster. Offensive linemen Travis Bright (practice squad) and Robert Brewster (injured reserve) were not on the active roster.
As of now, the Cowboys have 13 total offensive linemen with a logjam at the inside linemen positions. The Cowboys have eight guards/centers on the roster and just moved Pat McQuistan from tackle to guard. The Cowboys could lower their numbers by cutting the underacheiving Cory Procter (center/guard) and allowing Montrae Holland or Bright to back up Andre Gurode at center.
Notes: It looks as if punter Mat McBriar will return as the holder. He was holding for kicker David Buehler at Valley Ranch during voluntary workouts. Wade Phillips said nothing has been determined. ... It will be interesting to see how the reps are divided among receivers Roy Williams, Miles Austin and Dez Bryant this week during OTAs. ... Backup center Duke Preston hasn't signed his tender, but there is a thought he might retire. ... With Keith Brooking missing the OTAs as he recovers from knee surgery, Sean Lee and Jason Williams will take his place as the inside linebacker. ... Fullback Deon Anderson was in a good mood last week at the Cowboys' golf outing and said "its in God's hands" regarding his status with the club. Anderson has some legal issues, including getting arrested for an outstanding warrant, however, two guns were found on the scene. ... We expect Marion Barber to be the starting running back, and Felix Jones said he hasn't been told if he will get more reps or will replace Barber in the starting lineup.
