The Dallas Cowboys ... vol. Wrap This Thing Up, Who To Draft?

[bigmike23]

and scandrick is not his replacement

 

[thachosen123]

Scandrick fits better in the nickel role, we already have an overly aggressive CB on the outside(Jenkins)

 

[jmause3]

Garrett is making the rookies earn their star, i like the mindset. He needs to do it with some of the vets too

 

[alsdaman24]

I've changed my stance on getting a 3rd WR. At 1st I thought is was imperative but truthfully the 3rd WR on the Cowboys roster is the 6th or 7th option at best on this team. Witten is the #1 target followed by Miles, then Dez. and Martellus had just as many catches as Roy last year with 33. John Phillips will be back 100% and he was out playing Martellus before he got hurt last year, also you can't forget Felix out of the backfield who caught 48.

 

[thachosen123]

"I don't know if we win the all-hype team, I think that might have gone to somebody else, but we're going to beat their %+* when we play them."- via our new DC

And so the trash talking begins

 

[msaba07]

Originally Posted by thachosen123

"I don't know if we win the all-hype team, I think that might have gone to somebody else, but we're going to beat their %+* when we play them."- via our new DC

And so the trash talking begins

see i dont give a $#%% ... this $##! right here is what we needed for the longest ... bunch of marshmallow @!* dudes coaching this team ... happy go lucky, ole buddy buddy face @!* +@%++@ ... make these punk @!* players accountable for their actions and bench their sorry @!* if they suck ...

and this dude Elam is a trip wanting 5 mil a year ... boy, i'll give you half of the league minimum with your punk @!* ... id rather have alan ball at safety than pay 5 mil a year for elam ... bring back jacque reeves for $25 a week before we pay that much money to that bamma ... matter of fact, give sense 2 mil a year ...

 

[N41D]

Yeah I ain't even trying to see Elam at $5MM a year on a long-term deal... Just stop the gaps right now and get some cap space going into next offseason.

 

[nestasprotege]

http://www.dallascowboys....2F-72CA-70093422038BD650

SAN ANTONIO -The Cowboys addressed their safety position on Tuesday in much the same way they have filled other needs.
They brought back one of their own. This time it was six-year veteran Gerald Sensabaugh, who has been with the team the past two seasons after four years in Jacksonville.

The $2.5 million contract will be his third consecutive one-year deal.

Sensabaugh, a fifth-round pick out of North Carolina in 2005, was a restricted free agent last year, the Cowboys keeping him by extending a second-round level tender offer. He had originally bet on himself by signing a one-year deal in his first try at unrestricted free agency in 2009.

He's started 31 games for the Cowboys at strong safety, posting a career-high five interceptions in 2010.

The Cowboys are also believed to be seeking a veteran to fill their free safety position, manned by 2010 fourth-rounder Akwasi Owusu-Ansah so far in camp.

Second-year former undrafted free agent Barry Church had been lining up with the first team at strong safety.

Ok, now who else do we go out and get?

 

[polorico]

every one is crowning the eagles.


untill they win a championship they get no respect.....

we need this type of coaching maybe these guys will bring us to the promise land.

 

[the kid fiasco]

Schefter's Tweet: http://twitter.com/AdamSc...status/98990867540492289
Signed Elam For A Year. I Read Newman out till season Opener... This Cant Be Life.

 

[nestasprotege]

Terrence Newman pulled his groin and will be out for the entire preseason.

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Cowboys Agree To Terms With Abe Elam

Posted by rphillips at 8/3/2011 11:46 PM CDT on dallascowboys.com

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The Cowboys have added two safeties in as many days, re-signing Gerald Sensabaugh to a one-year, $2.5 million contract on Tuesday and now agreeing to terms with Abram Elam late Wednesday.

The Cowboys haven't disclosed terms, but it's expected to be a matching one-year deal.

Elam, signed by the Cowboys as an undrafted rookie in 2006, started at safety for the Browns under defensive coordinator Rob Ryan from 2009-10. The Cowboys put Elam on their short list due to his time in Dallas and with Ryan, as well as his experience at either safety spot.

Elam's knowledge of the Ryan 3-4 scheme will ease his transition after missing the first week of training camp. Last year in Cleveland, he had 79 tackles, a career-high 10 pass deflections, two interceptions and two forced fumbles.

Familiarity is clearly preferred during this truncated training camp. The Cowboys' other veteran acquistion, defensive end Kenyon Coleman, also played in Dallas and mostly recently in Cleveland under Ryan.

Sensabaugh and Elam solidify safety this season, but by signing one-year deals, the Cowboys must address the position next year. It does, however, allow them to keep developing their young safeties. Second-year veterans Akwasi Owusu-Ansah and Barry Church have been working with the first-team defense.

Sensabaugh, Elam and the rest of the Cowboys' free-agent signings will be able to practice at the start of the New League Year, possibly as early as Thursday.[/font]

 

[thachosen123]

Dude has had groin problems for 3 straight years now

 

[jmause3]

Originally Posted by thachosen123

Dude has had groin problems for 3 straight years now

out for the rest of the preseason which means it will bother/be his excuse the rest of the year

 

[what up]

Does anyone know how one would go about attending a Cowboys' practice/spraining camp while they're in San Antonio? Do they have an open practice scheduled?

 

[alsdaman24]

Kosier being moved to RG and the rookie Arkin will start tommorrow at LG. Montrae Holland admitted to being in not good enough shape which is the cause for a lot of his nagging injuries.

 

[nestasprotege]

SAN ANTONIO – It's a wrap.

The Cowboys broke training camp at the Alamodome on Wednesday and began the trek back to North Texas to begin the preseason with a 7:30 p.m. (CT) contest against Denver at Cowboys Stadium on Thursday. While the work in San Antonio is only the beginning of a months-long odyssey, the foundation for the 2011 season has been laid.

Here, DallasCowboys.com's Nick Eatman, Rob Phillips and Josh Ellis are taking a look back, hitting the highs and lows of a camp unlike any other.

Camp MVP –
Josh: For the first week, DeMarcus Ware was making things really difficult for the offense because starting left tackle Doug Free wasn't practicing. He was constantly in Tony Romo's face – even more than usual.
Nick: This one might be the easiest for me because I can't see one player that was more dynamic in this camp than Dez Bryant. And more importantly, I do think he's the most valuable. He's the most talented player on the team and the drop-off behind him seems pretty drastic.
Rob: Tony Romo, because he did his best to keep this team together during the lockout. That's what the starting quarterback is expected to do. Then he showed up for camp and looked healthy, confident and efficient for two straight weeks.

Offensive Surprise –
Rob: Phil Costa did a nice job filling in for Andre Gurode at center. It wasn't perfect, and he doesn't have ideal size, but he battles and he's another young lineman the team feels good about going forward.
Josh: I really didn't think we would see David Arkin doing many good things here because of the huge step up in competition. But he's been fairly impressive – a tough guy.
Nick: It's hard not to be surprised about seeing so many Lonyae Miller stories two weeks into camp. Yes, he was a product of injuries to Tashard Choice and DeMarco Murray, but for now, he's taken the opportunity and ran with it.

Defensive Surprise –
Nick: Not signing Nnamdi Asomugha. All summer I thought the Cowboys would just make it happen and standing there on the field at the Alamodome and watching Jerry Jones and Stephen Jones hand their phones to Rob Ryan, it seemed like a done deal. When it fell through, it was certainly a big surprise.
Rob: We knew Victor Butler had ability, but Rob Ryan's scheme might lead to a breakout season. Butler has been active in various packages. In a defense based on pressure, he's another pass rusher who can find a role.
Josh: The Cowboys clearly didn't think Sean Lissemore was ready for a big role, since they signed three free agent ends, but he's made some plays and shown the ability to get to the quarterback.

Special Teamer To Watch –
Josh: Dan Bailey would be an obvious answer, but I think the kicking job still comes down to David Buehler. There's a lot of time left in the competition, and if he makes his field goals in the preseason games, he'll keep the job.
Nick: I'm going to keep an eye on Corey Adams, the long snapper from Kansas State. While L.P. Ladouceur has been the most consistent player the Cowboys have had, it's still a business. If Adams can provide an upgrade on the coverage aspect of the position, coupled with being about a half-million cheaper, a change there wouldn't be out of the question.
Rob: Rumors of running back Tashard Choice's impending departure were premature. But there's no question Lonyae Miller is pushing for a job. If Miller can help Joe DeCamillis on the special teams units, too, he might really have a chance.

Best Undrafted Rookie –
Rob: Raymond Radway stood out from Day 1, so he's the pick. He's got size and speed and pretty good hands for a guy known more for track than football. Could be a Miles Austin or Sam Hurd circa 2006 – a small-school, undrafted receiver who makes it.
Josh: Raymond Radway hasn't been perfect, by any stretch, but the Abilene Christian receiver has definitely flashed some athletic gifts. He's a fast guy with some size, and that will earn him a decent chance to stick around.
Nick: The best in camp has been Radway from ACU but receivers are easily evaluated. I think OLB Alex Albright might turn out to be quite a find. He'll need to play his way onto the roster through special teams, but I'm interested to see him in the preseason games.

Don't Be Surprised If ...
Nick: A veteran defensive end gets released. The way Sean Lissemore has played, it's hard to think he won't have a role. And then Hatcher, Spears and Kenyon Coleman were all signed, making it seem like they were priorities. So you just have to wonder if Igor Olshansky will have a place on this squad.
Rob: The Cowboys eventually add a veteran guard. They expected Montrae Holland to replace Leonard Davis, but his inability to practice has been a concern. Rookie David Arkin's play could change their mind.
Josh: The Cowboys keep four running backs this year. Lonyae Miller is giving reason to believe he can play in this league, and probably won't make it through waivers, while Tashard Choice might be too good to let go.

This Team Might Miss ...
Josh: The Cowboys should be wary of Montrae Holland's injury troubles at camp, and David Arkin is still very much a rookie trying to make a giant leap in his career. They might wish they still had Leonard Davis when it's all said and done.
Nick: While he didn't have much left as a starter, just having veteran Marc Colombo on the squad wouldn't be so bad right now. Sam Young has never played a game and hasn't looked all that impressive. Colombo wanted to stay, even at a cheaper price and reduced role, but now he's in Miami to no one's surprise.
Rob: Leonard Davis, for the above-mentioned reasons. Of all the veterans released before training camp, Davis was arguably the one guy who didn't have a clear replacement. He also looked to be in great shape the week he got cut.

Memorable Moment:
Rob: Who was on the other end of the phone line with Rob Ryan during practice? What was the reason for Jerry and Stephen's fist bump? Both added an air of mystery to camp and the team's admitted pursuit of Nnamdi Asomugha. Interesting day, to say the least.
Josh: Pee Wee Herman showing up on the practice sideline sort of showed that no matter how business-like Jason Garrett wants to make things, the Cowboys are still very much a circus act.
Nick: That crazy day on the field where it seemed like the Cowboys were going to sign Asomugha will always stand out. Just seeing Rob Ryan on the sidelines with Jerry Jones' phone, presumably talking to Nnamdi or his agent, while Terence Newman is running drills 10 yards away as the powers at be openly discuss the possibility of replacing him – a wild scene for sure.

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I wasn't aware of the fist bump and phone conversations on the practice field. Makes you wonder just how close we came to signing Nnamdi. I'm glad we didn't, but there has to be some bad blood still boiling.

 

[airjordan jb23]

Again with Newman...

 

[thachosen123]

I'm real curious about this radway kid. I hear he's been making some noise in camp....if he can contribute on ST, he can wind up being the possible 4th WR

 

[bigbkicks96]

i really hope playing philly in the last game isnt a super important game. that could kill us

 

[jmause3]

Wasn't very impressed last night, but i had to realize our defense was missing 3 starters. Hopefully our defense will get it together, these preseason games can only help or defense

 

[the kid fiasco]

First Preseason game.. Offense Looked Good. Felix

runs that hard every game.. sky's the limit. Defense: D-line/LB's played well brought the heat.. Secondary though.. we need to tighten that up

 

[flightman]

Why all the love for Rob Ryan? The guy's had ONE top 20 defense EVER. Yall are in for another long season.

 

[the kid fiasco]

Originally Posted by flightman

Why all the love for Rob Ryan? The guy's had ONE top 20 defense EVER. Yall are in for another long season.

I'll take a hungry rob ryan over a cupcake Wade Philips.

 

[statis22]

As a d coord? IDK man.

 

[stickyricky34]

Originally Posted by flightman

Why all the love for Rob Ryan? The guy's had ONE top 20 defense EVER. Yall are in for another long season.

The defensive talent in Oakland & Cleveland wasn't exactly the greatest lol. The offenses for those teams probably weren't taking much pressure off the defense either.