Parker sold me with this quote

[Rockport]

“If you can win 1st down and you’re strong in the fundamentals, we’re getting off blocks, we’re tackling, we’re attacking the football and we’re situationally aware those are the defenses that are successful.”

Best quote from Christian Parker presser that some here were butt hurt over.

 

[RonWashington]

He made it clear it starts up front you have to win at the line stop the run so you’re not having to throw the entire defensive playbook at them in early downs .

I hope Clowney a smart vet Re signs gets to play under Parker at Edge and Q Williams and OSA get coached up and Dallas becomes a team hard to run on .

 

[darealvelle]

I hope the brutha succeeds, especially in Dallas.

 

[Hawkeye0202]

Few nuggets
BTW.......welcome back Jane

 

[GMO415]

“If you can win 1st down and you’re strong in the fundamentals, we’re getting off blocks, we’re tackling, we’re attacking the football and we’re situationally aware those are the defenses that are successful.”

Best quote from Christian Parker presser that some here were butt hurt over.

My Pop Warner Golden Bears HC said the same. That was 1978

 

[Hawkeye0202]

If you can't get excited about our new defensive direction ..........turn in your Dallas Cowboy card (lol). Just kidding but I honestly can't remember being this excited about our defense ense the 90s.

Love this article.........

https://insidethestar.com/why-the-2026-cowboys-coaching-staff-may-already-be-shaping-the-roster

Why the 2026 Cowboys’ Coaching Staff May Already Be Shaping the Roster​

February 16, 2026, 8:00 am

The Dallas Cowboys aren’t just changing coaches. They’re quietly changing direction.

While most of the focus is on potential splash free agents and early-round draft targets, I’ve been watching something else, the relationships.

Because when a coaching staff turns over like this, roster construction usually follows.

Coaches don’t just bring new terminology. They bring trust, and if you follow the coaching tree closely enough, you can usually see the Cowboys’ next roster moves before they happen.

I may not be right on some of these names, but I feel like I will get a couple correct.

 

[Rockport]

My Pop Warner Golden Bears HC said the same. That was 1978

It’s not rocket science.

 

[TheSport78]

I wouldn't be shocked if Parker is the HC here in 2-3 years. Heard it here first.

 

[Hawkeye0202]

I wouldn't be shocked if Parker is the HC here in 2-3 years. Heard it here first.

That would be Jason Witten .....lol

 

[ConstantReboot]

I’ve always admired Denver’s defense under Vic Fangio, even before Christian Parker’s hiring. I’ve always wished we would run a true 3–4 and get consistent pressure no matter who we bring onto the defensive line. I’m very excited to see how this defense turns out. If it comes close to top‑10 or better, then this unit can be the foundation of the team moving forward — a defense that dictates terms, stays sound on the back end, and still generates pressure without having to live on blitzes.

With Fangio principles stressing gap control, disguise, and matchup-driven fronts, the Cowboys should finally have a scheme that maximizes personnel rather than forcing players into uncomfortable roles. If the defense reaches that level, it takes pressure off the offense, shortens games, and puts this team in position to consistently compete with anyone in the NFC.

 

[Dallas_Cowboys50]

I wouldn't be shocked if Parker is the HC here in 2-3 years. Heard it here first.

I think if he turns our D around this season, he will already start getting HC interviews for 2027. And if the Offense is good and we make a deep playoff run, then Schotty will be safe anyway.

 

[Jarntt]

Best quote from Christian Parker presser that some here were butt hurt over.

Was there a thread I missed? I read 3 of them and didn't see that unless you are talking about the Eagles fan who I'm sure didn't watch the press conference

 

[Jarntt]

Was there a thread I missed? I read 3 of them and didn't see that unless you are talking about the Eagles fan who I'm sure didn't watch the press conference

Might replace Sirianni. He was lucky to not lose his job after last year. Thankfully the Eagles kept him and his stale offense.

 

[Captain-Crash]

Dang, I figure his quote was something like this, "Rock and I hate haters, we're the hater guys."

 

[GoCowboysGo]

My favorite quote was the one from Jerry Jones.

 

[Zekeats]

“If you can win 1st down and you’re strong in the fundamentals, we’re getting off blocks, we’re tackling, we’re attacking the football and we’re situationally aware those are the defenses that are successful.”

Best quote from Christian Parker presser that some here were butt hurt over.

Doesn't take much for you

 

[Chocolate Lab]

Rocky believes?

Never saw that coming.

 

[DCwarrior]

I think if he turns our D around this season, he will already start getting HC interviews for 2027. And if the Offense is good and we make a deep playoff run, then Schotty will be safe anyway.

When is he going to the HOF?

 

[nate dizzle]

Was there a thread I missed? I read 3 of them and didn't see that unless you are talking about the Eagles fan who I'm sure didn't watch the press conference

Nah Rocky has to conjure up phantoms to try to get people to engage with his threads or they die.

 

[CWR]

He made it clear it starts up front you have to win at the line stop the run so you’re not having to throw the entire defensive playbook at them in early downs .

I hope Clowney a smart vet Re signs gets to play under Parker at Edge and Q Williams and OSA get coached up and Dallas becomes a team hard to run on .

Im really curious to see if we go with Faulk or Styles in the draft. Personally I'd love Styles, but im also intrigued by Faulk. His lack of pass rush production last season is a concern but there is some context and his character as well as dominant RUN DEFENSE me likey.