Scout's Notebook: DBs & WRs Battle It Out On Final Day Of Minicamp

[RS12]

Jaylon Smith had his first experience of what it’s like to have to defend Jason Witten in the red zone on Thursday. Smith opened to his right on his drop with Witten working to his left toward the middle of the field and away from safety Robert Blanton. Kellen Moore, from the middle of the pocket, saw Smith turned and the positioning of Blanton, and he knew exactly where he to go with the ball. As Witten neared the goal line, Smith flipped his body to face Witten, but he was a step too late and the ball hit Witten squarely in the hands for the touchdown.

Taco Charlton has been seeing snaps at both left and right end during these practices. If you ask me, his best rushes have been off the left side. Twice, he was able to force Dan Skipper into penalties that put the offense in a hole. It has been difficult for Charlton to get any type of traction against Tyron Smith, but he has struggled against backups on that right side, as well. The last two days at left end, he just looks more natural and comfortable in the way he rushes.

http://www.dallascowboys.com/news/2...book-dbs-wrs-battle-it-out-final-day-minicamp

 

[waving monkey]

Rico Gathers best figure out his blocking assignments I'm counting on him.
Like to hear good reports on the disappointing Thornton.
I have no worries about our new rookie DB's they'll get there.
Taco isn't impressing but a power player might look better in pads.
Rising Stars favorite player Anthony Hitchens keeps showing why that 4th round pick was good.
Anthony brown

Now we have five weeks of doldrums ahead.Just shoot me.

 

[Floatyworm]

Jaylon Smith had his first experience of what it’s like to have to defend Jason Witten in the red zone on Thursday. Smith opened to his right on his drop with Witten working to his left toward the middle of the field and away from safety Robert Blanton. Kellen Moore, from the middle of the pocket, saw Smith turned and the positioning of Blanton, and he knew exactly where he to go with the ball. As Witten neared the goal line, Smith flipped his body to face Witten, but he was a step too late and the ball hit Witten squarely in the hands for the touchdown.

Taco Charlton has been seeing snaps at both left and right end during these practices. If you ask me, his best rushes have been off the left side. Twice, he was able to force Dan Skipper into penalties that put the offense in a hole. It has been difficult for Charlton to get any type of traction against Tyron Smith, but he has struggled against backups on that right side, as well. The last two days at left end, he just looks more natural and comfortable in the way he rushes.

http://www.dallascowboys.com/news/2...book-dbs-wrs-battle-it-out-final-day-minicamp

Just keeps ripping shreads through this defense....Either Kellen is pushing for a starting spot...or our D is that bad. You keep hearing how Prescott is struggling...Not gonna be shocked when the little pony gives the "appointed one" a run....and this coaching staff something to think about.

 

[big dog cowboy]

Good stuff thanks for posting.

Hitch, Brown, Byron...lots of positive news.

 

[gmoney112]

Just keeps ripping shreads through this defense....Either Kellen is pushing for a starting spot...or our D is that bad. You keep hearing how Prescott is struggling...Not gonna be shocked when the little pony gives the "appointed one" a run....and this coaching staff something to think about.

I don't even have to read the name to see when Floaty posts.

Anxious to see Brown in pads. Awuzie competing against Dez in this minicamp and he's doing well.

Jaylon taking 1st team snaps and responsible for Witten in coverage.

Nice.

 

[bodi]

nice

i•Anthony Brown was outstanding in these minicamp practices. His positioning on these routes has been text book. It doesn’t matter whether he’s carrying Dez Bryant or Terrance Williams, he’s been in position to knock passes away. Williams tried to run a fade on him during 7-on-7 and Brown would have none of that. What was most impressive about the play was that Brown managed to stay off Williams without looking for the ball. Once Williams’ hands went up, he extended his hands, causing Williams to juggle the pass. Once Williams regained the ball, both of his feet were out of bounds

•I like what I am seeing from Byron Jones in coverage. Playing in the slot, Jones didn’t let Brice Butler bully him coming off the line and was able to stand his ground. Butler tried to push off for position but it didn’t work – Jones was able to knock the Prescott pass away, which allowed the defense to get off the field.

 

[waving monkey]

Just keeps ripping shreads through this defense....Either Kellen is pushing for a starting spot...or our D is that bad. You keep hearing how Prescott is struggling...Not gonna be shocked when the little pony gives the "appointed one" a run....and this coaching staff something to think about.

How do you spell hyperbole

 

[Bigdog]

Just keeps ripping shreads through this defense....Either Kellen is pushing for a starting spot...or our D is that bad. You keep hearing how Prescott is struggling...Not gonna be shocked when the little pony gives the "appointed one" a run....and this coaching staff something to think about.

Drugs are bad. Very bad. Jk

 

[Sepia]

I'm so excited for this secondary.

 

[cwbyfan72]

What do hyperbole mean?

 

[adbutcher]

Just keeps ripping shreads through this defense....Either Kellen is pushing for a starting spot...or our D is that bad. You keep hearing how Prescott is struggling...Not gonna be shocked when the little pony gives the "appointed one" a run....and this coaching staff something to think about.

 

[Deep_Freeze]

Well, this might be a lil mean but put whatever DB one on one with TWill, if he can't stop TWill then he should not be a starter.

Just saying, its not that difficult to figure out.

 

[Frozen700]

Well, this might be a lil mean but put whatever DB one on one with TWill, if he can't stop TWill then he should not be a starter.

Just saying, its not that difficult to figure out.

Dude is obviously our weakest link at WR

 

[Texas_Pete]

Just keeps ripping shreads through this defense....Either Kellen is pushing for a starting spot...or our D is that bad. You keep hearing how Prescott is struggling...Not gonna be shocked when the little pony gives the "appointed one" a run....and this coaching staff something to think about.

 

[Deep_Freeze]

Dude is obviously our weakest link at WR

Yeah there is a reason why the only offensive players we drafted were WRs.

I expect another one to be drafted next year.

 

[Frozen700]

Yeah there is a reason why the only offensive players we drafted were WRs.

I expect another one to be drafted next year.

Agreed. Can't wait till we are done with him or at least limit his role to a 4WR set

 

[Romonater]

You guys act as thought TWill is consistently dropping balls left and right. He does what the scheme asks him to do. For the most part, TWill has come through when it has mattered most, particularly the playoffs.

 

[PJTHEDOORS]

Dude is obviously our weakest link at WR

Nah, Brice Butler is more inconsistent.

 

[Longboysfan]

So generally what I read about the secondary is they are good at one vs one.
And will only improve.

This is one of the few times I want the Cowboys to play in the Hall of fame game.
Get extra game reps for the young DB's.

Hopefully the field is in good condition this year.

 

[elcowboi]

Just keeps ripping shreads through this defense....Either Kellen is pushing for a starting spot...or our D is that bad. You keep hearing how Prescott is struggling...Not gonna be shocked when the little pony gives the "appointed one" a run....and this coaching staff something to think about.

Are you serious???