Rebuild or Retool?

[4lifecowboy]

12 wins means something though it’s incredibly difficult to do. Typically teams don’t rebuild from that.

I guess that would depend on what the goal is. I rather reset with a renewed hope, than continuing with almost assured mediocrity.

 

[TheMarathonContinues]

You do if you aren't satisfied with going one and done in the playoffs. If regular season accomplishments are your thing, then yes, keep going with the status quo every damn year.

Yeah but you can’t rebuild with veterans and no draft capital lol….you don’t rebuild with guys like D Law and Zack Martin…..so yeah a retool makes sense if you aren’t going to trade away anyone.

 

[TheMarathonContinues]

Dallas doesn't have one of those on the roster.

What do you mean?

 

[TheMarathonContinues]

I guess that would depend on what the goal is. I rather reset with a renewed hope, than continuing with almost assured mediocrity.

I don’t get this take. So this team has been “mediocre” for 28 years…..but a rebuild gives you renewed hope when Jerry is still the one in place?

The goal is SB. If that’s the goal it seems the goal would be easier from a 12 win team to a rebuilt one

 

[acr731]

The goal is SB. If that’s the goal it seems the goal would be easier from a 12 win team to a rebuilt one

They won 12 games last season then quit in the playoff game. So what exactly did winning 12 games accomplish? The goal in Dallas is looking good in the regular season. That's been apparent for several years.

 

[Hawkeye0202]

What do you mean?

The only alternative I would trust if we move on from Dak is vet QB with a few years left in the tank ( Stafford, Carr or maybe Wilson or couple more ). I would NIOT trust this team ( 2-3 high-paid players ) with a rookie. Draft a developmental type to sit a couple of years.

 

[TheMarathonContinues]

They won 12 games last season then quit in the playoff game. So what exactly did winning 12 games accomplish? The goal in Dallas is looking good in the regular season. That's been apparent for several years.

I understand that but I don’t think they quit or looked bad against the Packers because they were a 12 win team. They choked like the Cowboys have done the last 28 years under Jerry. So my question is why would a 12 win team choke under Jerry but a rebuilt one won’t? Why would the results be different?

 

[TheMarathonContinues]

The only alternative I would trust if we move on from Dak is vet QB with a few years left in the tank ( Stafford, Carr or maybe Wilson or couple more ). I would NIOT trust this team ( 2-3 high-paid players ) with a rookie. Draft a developmental type to sit a couple of years.

I’m cool with a vet but I’d give that rookie every chance to win that job. I’d also trade Lamb or Paraons. If I’m rebuilding I don’t need both of these guys.

 

[TheMarathonContinues]

My post got deleted for breaking rule 4 and 13? Huh?

 

[Coogiguy03]

Paid like the greatest of all time, but all he has to show for it is a 2-5 postseason record

Matters not my friend, as long as he's throwing for 4500 a season that's enough to let Jerry know he's going to be here until he retires

 

[Diehardblues]

They won 12 games last season then quit in the playoff game. So what exactly did winning 12 games accomplish? The goal in Dallas is looking good in the regular season. That's been apparent for several years.

Yes but winning 12 games placed them in position to accomplish more.

The fact they didn’t doesn’t necessarily mean they should start over which places them further from being in a position to accomplish more.

Addressing areas of weakness instead of scratching the bulk seems more practical. You can’t choke if you don’t get there.

 

[Diehardblues]

I guess that would depend on what the goal is. I rather reset with a renewed hope, than continuing with almost assured mediocrity.

Renewed hope with our ownership is a very risky venture. I have little faith in their rebuilding ability.

I’d argue they are more likely to get lucky with a playoff caliber team.

 

[CowboyFanInLexKy]

If you think Dak is crap I can’t really trust your analogy or opinion on building houses.

I don't think Dak is crap. He's a great regular season QB...

 

[noshame]

I’ve been reading where many fans think we should be in a rebuilding mode?

Is this like after 3 straight 5-11 seasons or like 3 straight 8-8 seasons? No, this after 3 straight 12 win seasons.

I’m trying to recall a 3 consecutive 12 win team that decided it needed a total rebuild ? I’d like to hear some historical comparisons to support these notions.

I understand our frustrations with lack of playoff success but who does a total rebuild with this level of success however disappointing the ending?

Yes, we have set some historic futilities in the playoffs but this team is still ranked in top 4 of the conference.

No this isn’t 2003 or even 2011 when rebuilds were needed. Instead we should be retooling at the very least and continuing to attempt to build upon the current team.

I think the answer to your question is coming this season. We've faced the least competitive teams in NFL history for the last 3 seasons. The QB question will be answered this season, either Lance is the guy or we have a top 10 draft slot to go after one.
We are maybe 3-4 players from dominance.
However the offensive staff? It's this unit that needs a complete rebuild top to bottom.
Defensive staff should be OK.

 

[Sheepherder]

The draft and free agency were geared for next season instead of this one. So it is a retool, but are they hoping to retool at QB as well?

They like their guys. Same old story. Nothing changes. Winning championships is the last thing the Jones's are concerned about.

 

[TheMarathonContinues]

I don't think Dak is crap. He's a great regular season QB...

That he is.

 

[fivetwos]

Renewed hope with our ownership is a very risky venture. I have little faith in their rebuilding ability.

I’d argue they are more likely to get lucky with a playoff caliber team.

Yup, and that reality is awful.

No change in sight unless rock bottom occurs. I’m supposed to root for that?

For the first time in my fandom history I’m completely confused as to what to think or hope for.

They actually got themselves into a spot to have a real chance the last few years, yet couldn’t see it and make moves to put the team over the top. They went cheap so as to avoid cap issues later on….yet somehow we still have cap issues, and were left short on the field.

 

[shabazz]

I’ve been reading where many fans think we should be in a rebuilding mode?

Is this like after 3 straight 5-11 seasons or like 3 straight 8-8 seasons? No, this after 3 straight 12 win seasons.

I’m trying to recall a 3 consecutive 12 win team that decided it needed a total rebuild ? I’d like to hear some historical comparisons to support these notions.

I understand our frustrations with lack of playoff success but who does a total rebuild with this level of success however disappointing the ending?

Yes, we have set some historic futilities in the playoffs but this team is still ranked in top 4 of the conference.

No this isn’t 2003 or even 2011 when rebuilds were needed. Instead we should be retooling at the very least and continuing to attempt to build upon the current team.

Your guilty of looking at just the 12 wins and not considering the strength of schedule.

It's a proven fact because when the playoffs start the cream puff teams aren't around to be beaten.

When the playoffs start, we are the cream puff team.

Reboot

 

[Diehardblues]

Yup, and that reality is awful.

No change in sight unless rock bottom occurs. I’m supposed to root for that?

For the first time in my fandom history I’m completely confused as to what to think or hope for.

They actually got themselves into a spot to have a real chance the last few years, yet couldn’t see it and make moves to put the team over the top. They went cheap so as to avoid cap issues later on….yet somehow we still have cap issues, and were left short on the field.

It’s a very complex and unorthodox situation we have with our ownership. It may take a different outlook than most fans .

 

[Diehardblues]

Your guilty of looking at just the 12 wins and not considering the strength of schedule.

It's a proven fact because when the playoffs start the cream puff teams aren't around to be beaten.

When the playoffs start, we are the cream puff team.

Reboot

I hear ya but we’ve reached 12 wins 3 consecutive seasons . Is it all about weaker schedules ?

About half the teams or more in the NFL hover around .500 or below so it’s most likely most of your wins are going to be against lesser teams.

We can’t control our schedule . Yes, we have struggled against better teams but I’d imagine most of the less than Elite teams do.

In most cases we have lost to better teams in the playoffs as well. Do we need to build a better team ? Of course .