Stephen Jones: "We'd like to have Rolando back."

[Alexander]

Yeah - I wonder if its' because we are aware of all the quotes because we're Cowboy fans or are other team's GM's just as chatty.

They all talk to varying degrees. But sometimes, less information is better.

It is possible to show a player you want them back without out showing them the love via the media.

 

[RS12]

Meh, I dont care if he comes back or not.

 

[Alexander]

Yes but who do they have to take his place? If they draft someone to play Mike, kiss Rolo Ro good-bye.

Free agency begins before the draft. By the time the first couple of weeks are over, you better have your ducks in a row.

 

[texbumthelife]

They all talk to varying degrees. But sometimes, less information is better.

It is possible to show a player you want them back without out showing them the love via the media.

I guess in the case of McClain you want to keep him engaged any way you can during the offseason...

 

[Alexander]

I swear to god it's like these guys don't even watch the games...

You will now be pummeled about the head and shoulders by someone saying "you think you know more than the team? Huh???!??"

 

[Alexander]

I guess in the case of McClain you want to keep him engaged any way you can during the offseason...

Well, that is true.

If he felt neglected, he might end up in some alley passed out by a dumpster with dope in his pocket. Or fire a pistol indoors. Got to keep his attention, I guess.

 

[texbumthelife]

You will now be pummeled about the head and shoulders by someone saying "you think you know more than the team? Huh???!??"

Oh, I never come to CZ without my idiot-proof poncho.

 

[Sydla]

Because Rolando is cheap and Hardy might not be.

Dallas wants a bargain with Hardy.

Yeah, this isn't hard to figure out here why McClain and his trangressions would play a bit better than Hardy's. The Cowboys can put up with some crap if the guy is making less than $5MM. They won't want to put up with a jokester making $10MM+........

 

[Zimmy Lives]

Free agency begins before the draft. By the time the first couple of weeks are over, you better have your ducks in a row.

I think this duck (Ro) will be in formation with a one-year, incentive-based contract offer but if the Cowboys are able to draft a middle LB, Ro is a dead duck.

 

[gimmesix]

I am pretty puzzled at his comments about McClain.

He looked fat and disinterested at times in 2015 versus 2014.

There were some plays where he was just horrible in run defense.

I agree. Early on after his suspension, he just wasn't there ... whether because he was out of shape or just took a while to find his rhythm.

I don't mind Dallas resigning him because I believe he showed he can be a force when motivated, but I think the team doesn't need to overinvest in him because he could easily end up being suspended again or lose interest, etc.

 

[Common Sense]

Would rather have Laurinaitis than McClain at this point.

 

[Nightman]

McClain can come back for the minimum.

He was a liability last year when he wasn't getting paid.

Hitchens can handle MLB and we might end up with a Jack, Smith or Wright.

 

[Alexander]

Would rather have Laurinaitis than McClain at this point.

I am all for the player that I can count on not getting suspended.

 

[stilltheguru88]

I am pretty puzzled at his comments about McClain.

He looked fat and disinterested at times in 2015 versus 2014.

There were some plays where he was just horrible in run defense.

I am pretty puzzled at his comments about McClain.

He looked fat and disinterested at times in 2015 versus 2014.

There were some plays where he was just horrible in run defense.

Its the cowboys. Nuff said. Bring back the whole crew Stephen.

 

[Sportsbabe]

Flat out just said it. Note the difference when asked about Hardy.

I love it.

 

[Sportsbabe]

I swear to god it's like these guys don't even watch the games...

I guess we all have our built in biases. I'm all in with RoMc.

 

[Nightman]

I guess we all have our built in biases. I'm all in with RoMc.

If it is a crush that is understandable but we are way past the point of relying on or pointing to his production.

He is nothing more than depth at this point. He looked uninterested and slow last year and singlehandedly took out Lee and Hitchens.

 

[texbumthelife]

I guess we all have our built in biases. I'm all in with RoMc.

Built-in bias? I was all aboard the McClain train when they brought him in. I gave him the benefit of the doubt. Since he's been here, his play has seen more swings than a playground during recess while also showing no ability to stay healthy and getting suspended for four games. His motor and effort are inconsistent and he's still yet to show he really gives a ****.

I watch the All-22 for every game and I've poured over McClain's tape. His production wouldn't be hard to replace and you could easily find someone who you trust not to sign, get his guaranteed money and bolt.

No thanks.

 

[Pessimist_cowboy]

All signs pointing to Ramsey/Bosa/ or a QB @ 4. I think it's pretty much narrowed down if we re-sign McClain.

 

[FaSho]

I would gauge Laurinitis' asking price first.

Ro > Laurinitis

Ro is also younger.