Still no running game

[Rockport]

The running backs had only 16 caries for a 2.8 yard average. That’s horrible and pretty much been this way all year. It takes a Herculean effort by the offense just to keep it close. McMcarthy’s offense is stagnant. Teams have adjusted. Combine that with just horrible play by the offensive offensive line and I’m shocked we were even close.

Defense was solid in this game only giving up 20 pts to Miami. Don’t blame them at all. No QB in the NFL can consistently win in the NFL without a threat of a running game. The Cowboys don’t have that. Teams don’t even play the run against the Cowboys. They know they have to throw so play accordingly. And teams are getting pressure with only 4 rushing lineman!

There is a positive to this game although I’m not preaching any moral victory. But they did show some grit in the 2nd half. I saw some fire by both sides of the ball and Dak led them back to the lead with 3 something left. But too little too late.

The coaches, especially the offensive coaches(MM), need to take a step back and realize they can’t just throw the ball on every down. They need to commit to the run. At least try harder to get it going.

If they can continue to show the fire they showed in the 2nd half and fix the o-lines woes AND run the ball better, they can still go far.

 

[MLB53]

RB is a big problem in our running game, he runs to high And does not seem to have the vision to be a starter

 

[Rockport]

RB is a big problem in our running game, he runs to high And does not seem to have the vision to be a starter

The RB’s got a whopping 45 yards.

 

[John813]

I believe there’s been regression in the offensive line in terms of technique and talent. Add in Pollard admitting he wasn’t healthy and who knows if he is now, it just adds up to a **** run game.

 

[loublue22]

we have terrible backs. probably shouldn't have signed a guy who weighs 180 lbs and broke his leg this year to be the starting back, then back him up with someone who has almost the exact same body type and running style

 

[Tabascocat]

Dallas needs to rebuild the entire running game in the offseason, one that can carry the team on the road.

 

[Rockport]

we have terrible backs. probably shouldn't have signed a guy who weighs 180 lbs and broke his leg this year to be the starting back, then back him up with someone who has almost the exact same body type and running style

And depending on your starting LT to stay healthy, when he never has, to anchor the line.

 

[Praxit]

...yeh, dont think thats going to change much. We just dont have personal to open holes.

 

[ICP]

Dallas was stupid to believe that Pollard could carry the load. They always needed a back like Zeke to make this work especially with an O-Line that has been on the decline and doesn't run block well. While I agree on cutting Zeke loose due to the money, they really needed to go out and get a goal line/short yardage back in free agency or at least try to draft one instead of a guy like Vaugn

 

[Rockport]

...yeh, dont think thats going to change much. We just dont have personal to open holes.

I know it, but I don’t want to say it.

 

[Boyzmamacita]

I think it's the O-line. Our running backs leave a lot to be desired, but if holes open up, they look pretty good. No holes open up. It's a problem.

 

[MojaveJT]

Zeke would’ve picked up quite a few blocks to give Dak more time as well.

A lot of people were so quick to run him out. SMH. Pollard is quick but he’s no feature back and that was easy to see.

 

[Rockport]

I think it's the O-line. Our running backs leave a lot to be desired, but if holes open up, they look pretty good. No holes open up. It's a problem.

It’s surely a combination of both. They surely can’t protect the QB either.

 

[Boyzmamacita]

Zeke would’ve picked up quite a few blocks to give Dak more time as well.

A lot of people were so quick to run him out. SMH. Pollard is quick but he’s no feature back and that was easy to see.

Good point about Zeke. I heard he was willing to take a pay cut to stay. It's a shame we didn't take him up on it.

 

[nightrain]

They will not win in the postseason with that running game.

 

[CCBoy]

And depending on your starting LT to stay healthy, when he never has, to anchor the line.

Right now, left or right side...

 

[CCBoy]

I think it's the O-line. Our running backs leave a lot to be desired, but if holes open up, they look pretty good. No holes open up. It's a problem.

The 'rook' fullback takes a one yard run and fumbles...kills a 12+ opening drive from the start. The Cowboys didn't dictate which bathroom to be used...

 

[Jason 82 Witten]

I don’t know who replaces him, but I hope Pollard is gone next year

 

[Rockport]

I don’t know who replaces him, but I hope Pollard is gone next year

Pollards a solid NFL RB but he’s not a lead back. He’s not being used properly.

 

[baltcowboy]

The running backs had only 16 caries for a 2.8 yard average. That’s horrible and pretty much been this way all year. It takes a Herculean effort by the offense just to keep it close. McMcarthy’s offense is stagnant. Teams have adjusted. Combine that with just horrible play by the offensive offensive line and I’m shocked we were even close.

Defense was solid in this game only giving up 20 pts to Miami. Don’t blame them at all. No QB in the NFL can consistently win in the NFL without a threat of a running game. The Cowboys don’t have that. Teams don’t even play the run against the Cowboys. They know they have to throw so play accordingly. And teams are getting pressure with only 4 rushing lineman!

There is a positive to this game although I’m not preaching any moral victory. But they did show some grit in the 2nd half. I saw some fire by both sides of the ball and Dak led them back to the lead with 3 something left. But too little too late.

The coaches, especially the offensive coaches(MM), need to take a step back and realize they can’t just throw the ball on every down. They need to commit to the run. At least try harder to get it going.

If they can continue to show the fire they showed in the 2nd half and fix the o-lines woes AND run the ball better, they can still go far.

I wouldn’t complain if we draft a running back in the first round.