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What The Numbers Suggest About The 2018 Dallas Cowboys

Before the 2017 season, I wrote up an article about why we should’ve expected regression from the Cowboys. Though they were excellent in 2016, the Pythagorean Wins Expectations Theorem suggested that they outperformed their true team value. As I’ve discussed before, Pythagorean Wins is a pretty solid indicator … Read more

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2018 NFL Draft: Pre-Combine Top 25 Big Board 1

2018 NFL Draft: Pre-Combine Top 25 Big Board

Over the last few months I have been watching, evaluating, and grading prospects in the 2018 NFL Draft class. I have about 60-70 players evaluated, and while I am a bit behind some of the internet’s draft “experts,” I feel like I have a good grasp on the … Read more

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Cowboys Draft Target: Michigan DT Maurice Hurst

NFL Combine: 4 Players Whose Performances Will Matter

The 2018 NFL Scouting Combine is set to begin this Tuesday, February 27th. Though often dismissed by some football “purists” the combine is a very important event to confirm, re-affirm, and assess the prospects in the current draft class. No matter what some may think, combine measurements and … Read more

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Cowboys Draft Target: BYU LB Fred Warner

Cowboys Draft Target: BYU LB Fred Warner

The 2018 NFL Draft class isn’t exactly full of difference-making linebackers. At the top of the class sits Roquan Smith, the Georgia LB who many feel is a franchise changer. Then there is Virginia Tech’s Tremaine Edmunds, the athletic freak who has risen up draft boards. After the … Read more

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Evaluating The Future Of Kavon Frazier, Byron Jones, And The Safety Position

Though Promising, We Need To Relax About Safety Kavon Frazier

With the addition of former Seattle Seahawks defensive coordinator Kris Richard to the Cowboys’ defensive coaching staff, fans are hoping that Dallas will create their own “Legion of Boom.” Of course this is a lofty goal, but one worth pursuing nonetheless. If the Cowboys are to recreate the … Read more

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Cowboys Draft: 3 LBs To Pay Attention To

Cowboys Draft: 3 LBs To Pay Attention To

The Dallas Cowboys enter the 2018 NFL offseason with clear needs to fill at linebacker. Starting MIKE backer Anthony Hitchens will enter free agency, starting WILL Sean Lee has been riddled with injuries, and the now third-year Jaylon Smith is still somewhat of a question mark. Considering all … Read more

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Tyron Smith, Zack Martin, Travis Frederick, offensive line

Dallas Cowboys OL Fails To Crack NFL.com’s Top 10

Often considered a top unit in football, the Dallas Cowboys offensive line seemed to take a step back in 2017. Mostly due to injuries and free agent departures on the left side, the Cowboys were unable to form the same solid unit we have seen in years past. … Read more

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Takeaway Tuesday: 2

CB Kendall Fuller Names Cole Beasley “Toughest WR To Cover”

The Dallas Cowboys wide receivers have been the focus of much criticism as of late, and deservedly so. The group seems to lack speed, ability to win vertically, and the ability to create sufficient separation for quarterback Dak Prescott. While all of this can be true, former Washington … Read more

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The 1 Player Cowboys Should Consider Trading Up For

The Dallas Cowboys enter the 2018 NFL Draft needing help in multiple areas. Of course, they could use new blood on the interior of their defensive line, in their linebacker corps, and in their receiver room. Their most important need to fill in the first round, however, seems … Read more

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Cowboys Need Depth of 2017 Draft to Shine in 2018 1

Cowboys Secondary: Xavier Woods An Important Piece Going Forward

The Dallas Cowboys secondary has been the subject of much discussion this offseason. With the hiring of former Seattle Seahawks defensive coordinator Kris Richard, many expect the Cowboys to change their defensive back thresholds, and shuffle around the personnel. Fans are hoping Richard will build a new version … Read more

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Cowboys Draft: Would Dallas Consider A 1st

Cowboys Draft: Would Dallas Consider A 1st Round CB?

As has been talked about before, the Dallas Cowboys spent a plethora of draft capital on their secondary a year ago. By taking cornerbacks Chidobe Awuzie and Jourdan Lewis with two of their top three picks, and then tripling down at corner with Marquez White on day three, … Read more

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Sean's Scout: Cooper's Improvements at LG Sparks Cowboys Run Game

Re-Signing Jonathan Cooper Shouldn’t Keep Cowboys From Drafting A Guard

If you’ve been following the NFL Draft coverage surrounding the Dallas Cowboys this offseason, you’ve probably heard pundits speak about them drafting an offensive lineman. In particular, you’ve probably heard about the impressive interior offensive line class in this draft. Whether it be Georgia’s Isaiah Wynn, UTEP’s Will … Read more

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Cowboys Draft Target: FSU DB Derwin James

Cowboys Draft Target: FSU DB Derwin James

The Dallas Cowboys have spent a ton of highly valued draft capital on their secondary in recent years. Last season they completely overhauled their cornerbacks, and just a few years ago they took a safety in the first round (Byron Jones). Despite these moves they are still in … Read more

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2018 NFL Mock Draft: Cowboys Add Starters At 3 Levels

Cowboys Mock Draft: Dallas Adds Starters At 3 Positions

The Super Bowl is over and it’s officially draft season around the NFL. What does this mean for us? It’s time for mock drafts! We’ve been working hard at delivering scouting reports over the last couple of months and those will continue, but today I bring you my … Read more

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NFL Draft: 3 OL Cowboys Should Target

Cowboys Draft: 3 Offensive Linemen to Target

As I move through more tape study of the 2018 NFL Draft, it’s becoming obvious to me that if the Cowboys plan to fill their hole at left guard through the draft, they’ll have ample opportunity to do so within the first two rounds. After round two? Well, then … Read more

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Cowboys Draft Target: Louisville CB Jaire Alexander

Cowboys Draft Target: Louisville CB Jaire Alexander

Last year, the Dallas Cowboys completely overhauled their defensive backfield through the NFL Draft. They allowed starting cornerbacks Morris Claiborne and Brandon Carr, and starting/critical safeties Barry Church and JJ Wilcox to walk in free agency. Then, they drafted three new cornerbacks and a new safety in the … Read more

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After Defying Odds in 2017, LB Jaylon Smith Is "Back" at Perfect Time

Report: Cowboys LB Jaylon Smith’s Drop-Foot “Fading”

Arguably no single player has produced more conversation or debate among Cowboys Nation than linebacker Jaylon Smith. Selected in the second round of the 2016 NFL Draft, Smith was a hot-button topic in Dallas from day one. Many argued that despite how impressive he was in college, his … Read more

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DeMarcus Lawrence, Broncos

DE DeMarcus Lawrence Named PFF’s Breakout Player Of The Year

In an otherwise disappointing 2017 season, one star shined through consistently for the Dallas Cowboys. Defensive end DeMarcus Lawrence finally reached the potential many people believed he could, racking up 14.5 sacks and dictating protection schemes week in and week out. Lawrence was so good in 2017 that … Read more

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