Scout's Notebook: Brice Butler Shows Up, Chaz Green Improves; More

[RS12]

• I’ve been waiting for Brice Butler to make a play down the field and he was finally able to pull it off. His post route was well executed and Dak Prescottwas able to get him the ball in a spot where he could finish the play. As good as the throw and catch were, give Geoff Swaim some credit as well for his block on max protection in the pocket -- which allowed Prescott the time to make the throw.

• Alfred Morris continues to show that he has a feel for how to execute running plays in this scheme. His vision and cutting ability is exactly what these blockers have needed. Morris' running style doesn't require them to have to hold their blocks for long periods of time. He is decisive and committed with the ball in his hands and that is why we are seeing more productive running plays.
  
• Think again when you want to get rid of Kyle Wilber. His performance was inspiring for a defense that had limited numbers along the line. Wilber struggled badly in camp with a back issue that limited his practices, and he only just recently returned to the field. He took very few snaps in those practices at the end, but when the time came for him to step in -- he was ready. Wilber was explosive and disruptive during his opportunities and once again showed why he's a reliable piece to this defense.

• Better showing by Chaz Green this week. I was getting a feeling from the pregame buzz that there was a big concern about Tony Romo playing in this game with Green filling in for Tyron Smith. There were better snaps from Green pass protection-wise. He wasn't as sloppy and off balance, which showed in their ability to move the ball. His run blocking continues to improve -- especially the times he was able to combo block with La'el Collins. They were able to create space for Alfred Morris to make his cuts. The only time that Romo was hit, it was not an error by Green -- which most fans believed would have been a common problem.

• Brandon Carr and Morris Claiborne continue to get their hands on passes. I especially like what I have seen from Carr because it is rare when he does that. The move to the right side appears to have made Carr a more aggressive player. He is seeing the routes clearer, which I don't believe was the case on that left side. Carr is finally playing like a player that this defense can truly count on.
  
• Another game, another sack by Shaneil Jenkins.

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[darthseinfeld]

Good to hear about Green. One thing I trust Broaddus with is scouting line play

 

[Killerinstinct]

Wilber made some plays against 3rd and 4th teamers. Let's see him do something against players that will actually be on the field. Tired of waiting on this guy to show up.

 

[CATCH17]

Morris has great vision.. Something this Oline has never had running behind them.

 

[Common Sense]

Wilber made some plays against 3rd and 4th teamers. Let's see him do something against players that will actually be on the field. Tired of waiting on this guy to show up.

What are you talking about? He's started games and not been a liability. We know what he is at this point.

 

[speedkilz88]

I never thought Wilber was a good fit for the 4-3 but his strength is setting the edge at that Sam LB spot and he's also a key STs player.

 

[jazzcat22]

Another nice job by Broaddus. His game has really improved this TC also.....

 

[jjktkk]

What are you talking about? He's started games and not been a liability. We know what he is at this point.

It's nice to see common sense prevail.

 

[Daillest88]

That one sideline catch butler had that was called back was awesome. He's got good speed and hands, i think he could be our number 2

 

[dbonham]

I wanna see Butler run some of those vintage Miles Austin come-backs. Run enough of those and before you know it he's blowing past his guy on go routes

 

[FuzzyLumpkins]

What are you talking about? He's started games and not been a liability. We know what he is at this point.

He's started games but I wouldn't say he hasn't been a liability particularly when isoed on backs and TE's. He doesn't run in space well at all. He's also inconsistent against the run. He is real up and down in the regard.

 

[Wolfpack]

I didn't see the game...was Wilbor playing Sam or DE?

 

[Bullflop]

Concerning Brice Butler's performance Friday night, it seems likely it might have been enough to secure him a spot on the 53-man roster.

It's also not altogether too difficult to picture Chaz Green being worked out until his tongue hangs out between now and the start of our regular season. Needless to say, his conditioning demands it. In the meantime, it wouldn't be too surprising if the staff chose to acquire another veteran offensive tackle, via the final cuts, once they're in the books.

Jack Crawford is beginning to look better and better with each passing week. It might well be difficult for the FO and staff to refuse making him a starter to begin the season in light of his recent performances. To be sure, Shameil Jenkins isn't exactly out of the picture by any means as well. We shall see what gives in that respect very soon.