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Mick Shots - Nov. 21

StarThe Cowboys have four former players suiting up for the New York Jets, but maybe the closest relationship will be Cowboys starting right defensive end Chris Canty and Jets starting left offensive tackle D’Brickashaw Ferguson. The two guys played at the University of Virginia for three years together and will be meeting up (literally) for the first time in the NFL. “I can’t wait to see him on Thursday,” said Canty, in his third season. “I know all our coaches from back in college will be watching.” Maybe Wade Phillips needs to name Canty captain again. Or how ‘bout Julius Jones, facing brother Thomas for a second Thanksgiving game? Just a thought.

 

StarWith just one sack on Thursday, Cowboys outside linebacker DeMarcus Ware could vault himself into the NFL sack lead, even if it might be for only a few days. Ware enters the game with nine sacks, just a half-sack behind co-leaders Jared Allen of Kansas City and Mike Vrabel of New England, and tied for third with Philadelphia’s Trent Cole and Green Bay’s Aaron Kampman. Sack guys are just like home-run hitters. Ware knows exactly how many he has and where he stands. Can’t remember the last time the Cowboys had a player leading the league in sacks this late in a season.

 

StarWith Patrick Crayton listed as questionable for Thursday’s game, but appearing on the wrong side of 50-50 since he still was walking around in a boot at The Ranch on Wednesday, Sam Hurd and Austin Miles must step up a notch. But my guess is, the guy who really must step up is tight end Jason Witten, who could figure into the nickel offense even more since Austin really hasn’t played that much wide receiver this season.

 

StarAnd the score . . . Cowboys 24, Jets 10, and to me, when you play another game four days later, the theme of the day is, just win, baby. And the key might be to keep the Jets from going into the second half with momentum since that’s when the quick turnaround for the visiting team really kicks in hard.

Comments

 

prolific1 said:

I'm pretty sure Ware will get a couple of sacks

November 21, 2007 4:33 PM
 

Farawayfan66 said:

win, win, win, and win we will, and the score Cowboys 31   Jets  16

November 21, 2007 4:33 PM
 

prolific1 said:

34-10  I don't think the Boys are taking these guys light after what happened to the Steelers.

November 21, 2007 4:57 PM
 

PVCowboy said:

Hi everyone! Yes, I agree Witten would have to be more involved this time... and the Cowboys finishing strong again... I say Cowboys 31, Jets 13...

November 21, 2007 5:20 PM
 

BigBlue93 said:

I agree, after the Jets win over the steelers, I think our team should be good to go. I just hope Hurd steps up.

November 21, 2007 5:29 PM
 

PVCowboy said:

Yeah, well he had a great catch for a first down on sunday, but it may be time to challenge him for a man-to-man TD catch...

November 21, 2007 5:59 PM
 

Gojurick said:

My first game at Texas Stadium was last Thanksgiving when Romo threw 5 TDs.  I say he matches that again, Dallas 35 - Jets 15.

November 21, 2007 6:07 PM
 

DM1906 said:

Too much talent on this team for them to look past the Jets to an awaiting 9-2 Green Bay team.  That's right, you heard it here first, a hungry Detroit Lions team will beat the Packers in the earlier game.  Too much talent on the Lions team and with them about to drop from playoff contention, they are now a desperate team in search of a win and I like those odds for them at home.  

This game for the Cowboys is a great opportunity to shore up their defensive secondary which was quite "offensive" against the Redskins on Sunday.  We need to find an answer to either replace Roy Williams in obvious passing situations or use a linebacker to give help and jump the short routes for tight ends.  That will become critical in the game against the Packers.  Strong arm quarterbacks give us trouble and thankfully the Jets QB doesn't have that skill set.

We're still misfiring during some of the critical stages of games (penalties, big plays given up on defense, balls snapped over Romo's head, etc.) and we need to start firing on all cylinders going into the final stage of the season if we're going to be a serious Super Bowl contender.

However, I like where we are and I would rather be in this position than in positions of past seasons where we weren't quite sure at this point if our team was a playoff caliber squad.  

November 21, 2007 6:11 PM
 

VaqueroMex#1 said:

PLEASE! No more early-game mistakes or lack of concentration!

I was nerve-fatigued BEFORE halftime! And that also takes its toll with the beer! LOL!

And I hope Roy Williams did his homework.

COWBOYS 28 - Jets 17

GO COWBOYS!!!

November 21, 2007 6:11 PM
 

Wheels said:

BTW, it's Miles Austin, not Austin Miles.

November 21, 2007 6:26 PM
 

AmericasTeam60 said:

I know that the only thing that matters is a win, but I'm hoping for a blowout victory. The Jets offense isn't very good, so hopefully we can get a shutout. Go Cowboys!!!

November 21, 2007 6:42 PM
 

Romomanian said:

I love Sam Hurd! Hope he gets a TD along with Witten & Owens. Look for Julius to break one, too. Nothing sweeter than showin' up big brother!

I think all of our weapons will get a bit of action. The Barbarian might give us some entertainment.

November 21, 2007 7:23 PM
 

zarvinny said:

38-19

wii nguyen

Also, I hope we have some kind of rushing attack and we are able to have good kickoff coverage and kickoff returnz.

November 21, 2007 8:07 PM
 

wrigleywannabe said:

At least you guys are a little more retraine din your comments than you were before the Washington game.

November 21, 2007 8:23 PM
 

thedalscwbys5 said:

Happy Thanksgiving Everybody!

Go Cowboys!!!

November 21, 2007 9:17 PM
 

USBoysFanInCn said:

Go Cowboys..................lets eat the Turkey!!!! Boys 28 - Jets 10 !!!!! 10 and 1 and then bring on the Pack so we can take total control of the NFC!!!!!

November 21, 2007 10:33 PM
 

josh said:

I think the Jets are coming off a so-called "high." They beat the Steelers, whom which are a good legit team they just seem to play down to their opponents. The Boys do not do that, I wont go as far as saying they will have a field day, but I believe the score will show the Jets "whats up." Our special team does need to control Leon Washington, he is a game- breaker for them, he is basically their offense! LOL. I would think the Boys will put up at least 28 and give up less than 14, hopefully, that maybe wishful thinking. A my outright prediction, Cowboys 31-10.

November 22, 2007 12:14 AM
 

josh said:

i truly think that our running game needs to come around during the next several weeks, but either way, a little running game helps considering all the weapons that we have on our offense. I believe next off-season, we need to tender Barber, let Jones go on his way because he wants to be a number 1 back. Let Barber do what he does now and we need to draft a back with one of the two first-round picks that we have. From there, we need to take the best da** safety, i mean, cover safety that there is in the draft. Maybe take a receiver with the second First round pick but in the second round, take the best cover safety. Therefore, we can put Roy in on downs that we know are running downs, and put the other on passing downs. Our D is awesome with the exception of coverage on certain situations. We have a great team, we just need one or two more pieces. Signing Flo Adams will help, i dont care about all his pre-snap penalties, did anyone see how he held the "then" sack leader for Phillly. He is a Cowboy and should remain one.

November 22, 2007 12:43 AM
 

josh said:

Just a thought, I also realize that other people think this as well, but when the season ends, Jason Garrett is going to get calls, we all should realize that. What do the Boys do, do we let Wade go and promote Garrett? Does he hang around as O-coordinator for a year or so? what do we do, we better not let him go.  I KNOW he is going to be a coach, i just want him to be the coach of the DALLAS COWBOYS! i do like Wade Phillips, he has done a great job of transitioning Parcells' team, but really, the future is not Wade, we all know that. He is great, but Garrett is the future, if we let him go, he might not come back!  What do you guys think is going to happen?

November 22, 2007 1:03 AM
 

BobHayes4u said:

I already saw this game on a planet in the Pelaides Star System....they are a day ahead of Earth....final score.....>drum roll>  ( Dallas 38---Jets 17 ).

Go Dallas and Happy Thanksgiving!!!!!!!!1

November 22, 2007 3:20 AM
 

Gregory jones said:

I bet that Sam hurd will step Waaaay up today, with Witten and Owens being the focus of the Defense. I am so confident that he is starting alongside T.O. on my fanasy team.

November 22, 2007 6:40 AM
 

alessia said:

Hi!

I'm writing from Italy: Milan for precision. The design, fashion and art town.

But much more important also here we are desperately supporting the best team in NFL: FORZA COWBOYS!!!!!!! it means GO COWBOYS!

November 22, 2007 7:24 AM
 

boysfan01 said:

I've always liked Sam Hurd and I hope he shines today.  DW always seems to get in the action.  

Just WIN is the key, then get a week before facing GB, then get a 9 day break before the next game.  That kind of a break could be huge this time of year.

Cowboys 31

Jets 13

November 22, 2007 9:41 AM
 

rjoglet1 said:

I think the best thing that could have happened for Da Boyz last week was the Jets beating the Steelers.  That should help avoid takin the Jets too lightly.  I also agree that with Crayton probably out and the Jets keying on T.O., Witten can have a big game.  Maybe a big first half for Witten leads to a lead and a big dose of Jones & Barber in the 2nd half.

Tree

November 22, 2007 11:16 AM
 

DM1906 said:

Josh, you're right about Garrett getting lots of phone calls after the season.  But I don't see the 'Boys letting our current coach go just to promote Garrett.  Win or lose this year, Phillips is our head coach.  Head coaches shoulder the blame for unsuccessful seasons and the team shares in any success that we achieve.  That's leadership and a trait we rarely see in today's multi-billion dollar pro sports environment.  

Being a good offensive coordinator doesn't always equate to being good at coaching.  Nor does being a good defensive coordinator.  The whole is always bigger than each individual part and it's always a lot different when you're responsible for every aspect of a team versus only overseeing one particular specialty.

Phillips is hear for the next five years or as long as we keep our core group of players and not repeat the same mistakes we made in the 90's.  We need to get younger at WR and we will and we need to get better at RB by drafting someone with game breaking ability, and we will.  That kid out of Arkansas is pretty darn good!  Now only if the Browns would cooperate with us and start losing some games which would give us a high first round pick.    

November 22, 2007 2:26 PM
 

kevinandbarbi said:

Good win.  Score should have been doubled.  Did anyone see #31 today?  Was he there or guarding center field?  Have been a CB fan since 1970, but this secondary is very suspect.  Next week will be a huge test for them, and I hope they can step it up and tighten it up for the Packers.  Again a good win today, but not a great win.  Next week will tell a lot about this team.  I'll be watching and posting afterwards.  Now the wife is happy that she got her Romo jersey, LOL.  Happy Thanksgiving to everyone..............how bout them Cowboys

November 22, 2007 9:21 PM
 

PVCowboy said:

Totally agreed Kevin. It wasn't flashy or even pretty at times but it's 10-1!!! Next week vs. the Packers is going to be the ultimate test until the playoffs start...

November 22, 2007 11:29 PM
 

Gregory jones said:

Garret had better be real selective about the phone calls he returns after the season his next coaching dicision could make or break his career. I trully believe that the Cowboys have something very special in the making here and 3 seasons from now his stock could be quite a bit more substantial than it will be at the end of this one. Personally, I feel Jason has been a part of the Cowboy family for a long time as a player and a coach and I would guess as a fan too,Stay at home learn all you can from Wade and be the Cowboys next head coach in 3 or 4 years when Wade decides to take his Rings (That I hope we will soon win for him) and call it a day.

November 23, 2007 6:31 AM
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