Deon Anderson Facing Jail Time: Matt Stover’s Dream is Alive

As we reported earlier this week, Deon Anderson was arrested do to traffic warrants. It seems as though things have gotten a little deeper since Deon was charged with misdemeanor deadly conduct after allegedly pulling a gun on a valet staff member outside of an Addison, TX restaurant.

Anderson has been quoted as being unsure of his job security and you have to believe his career is in jeopardy.

The Cowboys are a year removed from a successful locker room spring-cleaning and this is the very thing that Jerry Jones said he was trying to get rid of. With Anderson facing a year in jail, you have to believe his time to go is now.

Matt Stover’s Childhood Dream Could Come True

Matt Stover is a 20-year-veteran NFL kicker. After growing up in Dallas, none of his pro games have been played as a Cowboy. Despite Stover’s age, he is still a pretty reliable kicker, finishing the season 9 of 11 with a long of 43 and a 93 percent career accuracy rating.

One thing that is starting to rust on Stover is his kickoffs, which has limited his looks from other teams. He was signed to Indianapolis after an injury to Adam Vinatieri and has proved he still has some gas left in the tank.

Being a Dallas native, his long held dream has been to play for the Dallas Cowboys, something he’s joked about still wanting with reporters from Miami this week.

Stover will be a free agent this year. Could it be time for some veteran assistance on field goals next year?

Super Bowl Memories

In a game where Tony Dorsett and Roger Staubach both suffered injuries, the Doomsday Defense was able to prevail against the Orange Crush Denver Bronco’s. The Cowboys forced four fumbles that day and Morton threw 4 interceptions as the Dallas Cowboys rolled through this Super Bowl for it’s second world championship.

Final Score:

Dallas 27 Denver 10

Deon Anderson Arrested: Cutting Nick Folk Was Justified

Cowboys starting fullback Deon Anderson was arrested for traffic warrants when police were called to a local restaurant for a dispute between the player and staff. Typically this wouldn’t make news except for the fact that two weapons were confiscated from Anderson’s car.

Anderson posted bail from the Irving, TX jail the next morning. Though no charges were directly filed against the Cowboys player, it’s worth keeping an eye on. The Cowboys expressed knowledge of the incident and we will follow any subsequent action from the organization.

An Old Folk Tale

Sometimes you’ll hear an organization criticized for its moves throughout the season. The same is true for Cowboys ex-kicker Nick Folk. It seems as though everyone says the Cowboys acted too fast on the release of Folk. I strongly disagree. This is a job and if you are not performing your job you shouldn’t have it. Sorry if that’s harsh but it’s true, the dude’s getting paid millions to kick a ball weekly.

Am I being to harsh? Maybe, because I can’t kick field goals. I do know however that there are people in this country being shot at daily so that the NFL can still exist and saving lives and they make what? $40-70,000 dollars? Get real.

Super Bowl Memories

In Super Bowl 28 the Dallas Cowboys played a Buffalo Bills team that seemed ready to finally win a Super Bowl. Unfortunately, one man stood in their way—Emmitt Smith. The Cowboys were down 13-6 when Leon Lett forced a fumble and Safety James Washington scooped it up for a defensive touchdown.

This sparked the Cowboys offense and Emmitt led the way on a perfect drive where he produced 61 yards on 7 touches and a touchdown to cap it off. Smith finished with 30 rushes for 132 yards and 2 touchdowns, earning himself the game MVP award.

Final Score: 30-13

Idaho’s Mike Iupati Becomes Great Prospect, Other Prosects Turn Heads

The Dallas Cowboys have few needs or holes to fill up this offseason. The call seems to be that we need to draft a safety first and you will see me agree with that assessment on most accounts.

However, there is a name out in this draft that, if available, we have to jump for. I have been following the Senior Bowl fervently and have witnessed one particular offensive lineman consistently put defensive lineman on their back or in deadlock.

This players name is Mike Iupati, an offensive guard from Idaho.

At senior bowl practice this year the 6 foot 5, 325 pound guard pancaked Louisiana Tech’s D’Anthony Smith during a pass rush drill. That changed everything for Iupati who instantly became someone to keep an eye on.

Originally from Samoa, Iupati is a man with great character and extreme talent who many experts believe can also play tackle. He is fast, strong, and smart. A great combination for a man trying to make his mark in one of the most important positions in football.

So what will he be for Dallas?

We have an aging line and need to find a replacement for Adams and Koiser, Iupati has the perfect build and skill set to come in and be an impact right away for the Dallas Cowboys.

A lot of people are calling for Taylor Mays from USC to be called at the 27^th pick of the NFL draft but Iupati would be the smarter call. Mays was shaky this week when asked to perform at a higher level and many project Iupati to be a late first-early second pick. Jerry’s gotta pull the trigger.

Other Names to keep an eye on:

Terrell Skinner, Maryland, FS: A balanced safety who is projected anywhere between the 3-5 rounds. With Sensabaugh adding some security at safety I think Skinner could really transform into a good rangy safety. At the Senior Bowl this past weekend Skinner played well making his presence felt on the field.

Morgan Burnett, Georgia Tech, Safety: A junior who earned his first start at Tech as a freshman. A leader with great coverage skills who can also tackle with good form. He has the ability to make plays leading the Tech defense with 7 interceptions and 15 passes defended. Projected in the second round.

Sean Lee, Penn State, ILB: Lee is a dominating linebacker who makes plays consistently. Though slowed with a leg injury, if you could get him in the 3^rd round you gotta take the gamble that the injury isn’t going to affect him. Penn State is known as “linebacker U” and experts have this guy as the best to come out in the last 5 years.

Bryant Anderson, Central Michigan, WR: With Miles Austin emerging as our fast playmaking receiver, Anderson could compliment him wonderfully. A tall possession receiver who seems to make all the catches and wins almost every jump ball. Needs to work on burst and YAC but lots or potential for this 4^th round pick.

Malcolm Sheppard, Arkansas, DT: This is an explosive defensive tackle who can fill gaps. Quick off the snap is quick to penetrate as well with the acceleration and awareness to change direction and stop plays. Wonderful play recognition plus Jerry loves his razorbacks.

Miles Austin or Gerald Sensabaugh? Offseason Questions Loom

Around the league you’ll hear a lot of talk about whose going to do what during the offseason. One of the biggest buzz’s I’ve heard is the possibility of slapping a franchise tag on wide receiver Miles Austin. In a way this could be a good idea, but ultimately I think this is a wrong move.

There are quite a few free agents for the Cowboys this year, though most restricted I think the franchise tag could be used more wisely elsewhere.

Jason Hatcher, Stephen Bowen, Marcus Spears, and Gerald Sensabaugh all highlight names that the organization needs to consider retraining. Hatcher and Bowen have allowed for a good defensive line rotation while Sensabaugh solidified a safety position that has been lacking since Roy Williams rookie year.

So what to do?

I think the answer is as simple as you might be thinking. Hatcher and Bowen are low bucks players who can work things out within the organization on their own. Spears, to me, can be replaced though it would stink to see him go. Sensabaugh still leaves a possible upgrade situation at safety through the draft but you have to like what he’s done.

Final Answer… Tender Spears or make a small offer to him, Sign Bowen or Hatcher to deal (if not both), Franchise Sensabaugh, and ink Austin long term. This would give the best value while impacting the teams future play.

What do you guys think would be a good way to handle this offseason?

Emmitt Smith Finds Himself on NBC: Miles Austin Eyes Contract

So the season’s over and you’re about to settle down for another pitiful season of American Idol. Given that there isn’t anything else for Cowboys fans to watch, right? Wrong.

Starting February 28^th former Cowboys running back and NFL career leading rusher Emmitt Smith will be on a dramatic new series on NBC. Who Do You Think You Are will help seven celebrities uncover their heritage and discover where they came from.

As we’ve grown up with Emmitt Smith as a football player and a man who has given us all something to be proud of, now we’ll be able to get to know Emmitt Smith as a person and a get a chance to look inside his soul.

Take a look at the preview for the show below, courtesy of NBC.

Should be pretty awesome.

Seven Stories
A look at the upcoming series Who Do You Think You Are?–the remarkable true stories of 7 celebrities on journeys to discover their pasts.
LINK: http://www.nbc.com/upcoming-shows/video/clips/seven-stories/1196108/

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With the Offseason Started In Dallas, Moves Can Be Made

We’re fans right? And you know what fans love to do? Speculate. That’s right, we love to believe we know everything and come up with moves we expect to be made before the beginning of the season.

You know what’s best? We believe those moves are actually going to happen and if they don’t then the team’s destined to fail.

See we’re all GM’s, myself included.

I often ask myself why no team calls me inquiring about my interest in a front office or coaching position. Sure my resume is pretty blank but I mean heck, I’ve got a 717 IQ in Madden, I win tons of championships, and I write for a Cowboys site.

I mean Hello! Jerry, I’m right here! Please inquire to hire!

Anyway, since my phone’s not ringing I thought that I’d give you my speculations for the upcoming season.

Sign Miles Austin long term: A no brainer right? I mean this is my least ballsiest move. This needs to get done and get done like yesterday. Miles Austin needs to be locked up for at least 5 years to help Tony Romo get a ring.

Bottom line: No Miles, no ring.

Get rid of Bennett and Barber: Yea I’m getting real right here. Bennett talks too much trash and his production is minimal. He is the perfect equation for a team distraction. Plus, have you guys seen the way John Phillips plays ball? Get Real! In Barber’s case, he is still a great back. However, we’ve got three great backs and Barber’s upside still makes him someone we can package into a deal before he starts wearing down.

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Season’s Over for the Dallas Cowboys; The Best is Yet to Come

The 2009-2010 season is behind us now. That being said we have a lot to reflect on. Wins and losses have welcomed us with open arms and now we are already in gear to prepare for our next season. (Let it be known Dallas Cowboys Nation will not take a break on any day out of this offseason)

So as we continue to reflect we question why we aren’t playing anymore. We blame and point fingers but gosh, there were a lot of positives this year. So I thought I’d slip an anti depressant into your day to help you from jabbing a pencil through your eye at work tomorrow.

Here are the things to look forward to in 2010:

Eagles Vs Cowboys: Has this rivalry emerged as the Cowboys most intense and hated or what? Not to mention what DeSean Jackson and the Playoffs have done to it. This is going to be flat out exciting next year as these two powerhouses collide twice next year again.

Tony Romo and Miles Austin: Talk about the emergence of two undrafted stars. Given that Romo is in his 7^th season it’s really his fourth as a starter. These two have really developed chemistry this year and they are going to continue to be explosive. Tony Romo had his best season to date and Miles Austin is only going to help that get better.

Felix Jones: I firmly believe that Felix is the number one running back on this team. Every time he touches the ball I feel like he’s going to either get a first down or a touchdown. He is a flat out game changer and I’m excited to witness his impact next year.

Doomsday Defense: This season has been a coming out party for some of our defenders. DeMarcus Ware and Jay Ratliff proved that they belong with the elite. Igor Olshansky, Mike Jenkins, and Anthony Spencer proved that they are going to be among the elite. The balance of speed and toughness in this defense is perfect and it’s a recipe for disaster.

As you can see there is a lot to look forward too in this Dallas Cowboys team and it should be exciting to watch it unfold!

Stay tuned for our off-season coverage and analysis of league news.

Dallas Cowboys Lose to Minnesota Vikings: Time To Move On

It’s a hard thing to deal with—losing. It’s hard because you believe your team has taken a step back. Things were clicking and now you’re unsure if it was even worth getting excited about.

I’ve been a fan of the Cowboys for 10 years. I have studied Cowboys history a great deal and consider myself to be pretty knowledgeable. However, studying doesn’t produce emotion.

This was my first season in which the Cowboys won a playoff game. It was the first season I watched a team play with intensity and heart.

Now I know losing to the Minnesota Vikings the way we did isn’t sitting well with most of you. The fact that Tony Romo fumbled and threw the ball away a good bit has some of you wondering if he’s the real answer at quarterback. Another question among you may be something about the safety’s and if that situation will ever solve itself.

I know that you’re agreeing with this and you know what parts coming up, but please hear me out.

Yes, this is a step back, but we’ve taken three steps forward. This team has finally come into its own—it’s finally learned that a team is a family and when you win and lose, you do it together.

It’s much too early to start over, it’s too soon to call Romo a bust (who’s played brilliantly this season by the way), it’s too soon to say that Wade should be gone, and it’s certainly to soon to say this defense isn’t a unit that can win championships.

This is your Dallas Cowboys team for the next three or four years.

The draft will bring us some new faces and so will free agency, and some players will go (Marcus Spears). You can bet some players will be packaged in a deal (We’ve got our eyes on Martellus Bennett and Marion Barber) but ultimately this is the unit that will bring wins and losses.

So as I sit here and rewind, think to the future, and put together the formula for a championship, I can’t help but think we’ve got most of the pieces.

Add a spectacular safety here, a future blue-collar middle linebacker, and some depth in the trenches and you’ve got a team that is built to win.

If you’re like me then you’re sitting down depressed and looking for any reassurance or optimism about the coming season. Hear me now, believe that these Cowboys are for real and they are not done. The schedule is tough next year—but it’s not un-winnable.

So as we take a step back—after a few steps forward—lets see where Jerry Jones and Wade Phillips lead us next before assuming it’s the end.

Charles Woodson Named Defensive POY: Anquan Boldin Will Play

Well with all this playoff talk, we forget that there is other news to keep up with. The Dallas Cowboys have made a move for the future by signing linebacker Leon Williams. According to a blog by Nick Eatman, the Dallas Cowboys signed the Cleveland linebacker today to a “futures” contract.

In 12 career starts Leon Williams has recorded 90 tackles and 4 sacks.

Woodson Defensive Player of the Year

Green Bay Packers cornerback Charles Woodson edged out Darrelle Revis for this years Defensive Player of the Year. Woodson has been dynamic and has truly exemplified the title “shut down corner.” At no point in the season did anyone worry about Woodson despite his matchup. This season he had 9 interceptions, 3 touchdowns, 27 passes defended, 2 sacks, and 4 forced fumbles.

Some people could have a tremendous argument for Revis, but at the end of the day Woodson was a more rangy cornerback who won games for his team. Period.

Injury Update: Boldin optimistic

The Arizona Cardinals are going into the most difficult game of their season. Going into New Orleans the Cardinals will need to have all their weapons. Luckily wide receiver Anquan Boldin is saying he feels much better and likes his chances to play in this weeks Divisional Playoffs.

Boldin is a 3 time Pro Bowler who has been a consistent luxury to quarterback Kurt Warner. If he’s in the line up you can’t rule out the Arizona Cardinals to pull out an upset of the No. 1 seeded Saints.