Archives for November 14, 2011

‘The NFC East probably will be decided in the two games between Dallas and the New York Giants (Dec. 11 at Dallas and at the Giants New Year’s Day or possibly night).’

‘As erratic as Tony Romo can sometimes be, he can definitely make many of the throws that Fitzpatrick can’t, and that was plainly evident.’

‘Coaching: It was another bad game for the offensive and defensive coaches. I am disappointed with George Edwards, but it’s hard to game plan when you don’t have any pass rushers. Chan Gailey’s offense never got going. Grade: D’

‘Buffalo’s resurgence was a stunning early story this season, but if the team is to make the playoffs for the first time since 1999, another long unbeaten run needs to come about soon. Based on the results from the past two weeks (the Bills fell to the New York Jets 27-11 in Week 9), it is hard to see such a streak coming.’

‘Jackson, who rushed for 114 yards on just 13 carries, had several family members and friends attend the game. He high-fived a few of them on the way to the locker room after the game, but he knows Sunday’s overall team performance is unacceptable. “We had a lot of mental errors today, myself included,” Jackson said. “So that’s what we’ve got to fix, and that’s what we’ve got to clean up.”’

‘The loss took much of the joy out of Nelson’s first NFL homecoming, but the Cowboys defense had a lot to do with that. “They sent more blitzers today than we had seen,” he explained. “Usually they are a team that relies on their front seven. They drop back in the secondary and give their defensive linemen time. They want to cover receivers and give linemen a chance for a coverage sack. That is what we saw so much of on film.”‘

Cowboys’ recent ground surge comes just as o-line begins to click (Dallas Morning News)

Tony Romo sets franchise record, shows best may be yet to come (Dallas Morning News)

Jason Garrett running offense like it’s the 90’s — and it’s paying off (Dallas Morning News)

Cowboys seem poised to string together big winning streak (Dallas Morning News)

Terence Newman’s career revival continues, but he doesn’t want to talk about it (Dallas Morning News)

How heavily-wrapped, hobbled LB Sean Lee was able to return so quickly (Dallas Morning News)

Witten moves into third place among TEs (Dallas Morning News)

Dez Bryant finally plays a full game (Dallas Morning News)

Jimmy Johnson-Jerry Jones rivalry heats up with latest Johnson comment (Dallas Morning News)

Photo gallery (Dallas Morning News)

Cowboys dominate Bills to tighten NFC East race (Fort Worth Star Telegram)

Romo doesn’t miss much, and avoids Detroit-like mistakes (Fort Worth Star Telegram)

Rookie’s useful Wednesdays bring good news to Cowboys (Fort Worth Star Telegram)

Newman raises hand as top-flight cornerback Cowboys needed (Fort Worth Star Telegram)

Perfection eludes him, but Romo comes close (Fort Worth Star Telegram)

Bryant’s acrobatic catch sets tone (Fort Worth Star Telegram)

Arlington Lamar ex doesn’t enjoy homecoming (Fort Worth Star Telegram)

Breaking down the quarters in the Cowboys-Bills game (Fort Worth Star Telegram)

Cowboys-Bills game balls (Fort Worth Star Telegram)

Photo gallery (Fort Worth Star Telegram)

Romo sets pace as Cowboys stroll past Bills (San Antonio Express News)

Dallas gets a runner, as well as flashbacks (San Antonio Express News)

Robinson makes a strong second impression (San Antonio Express News)

Cowboys fans lose their CBS telecast (San Antonio Express News)

Photo gallery (San Antonio Express News)

Nelson’s TD plans spoiled in loss (Wichita Falls Times Record News)

Cowboys Report Card (Wichita Falls Times Record News)

Cowboys’ complete effort plants seed for expectations (Shreveport Times)

Dallas Cowboys look good, but not Super Bowl good (Austin American Statesman)

DeMarco Murray levels Cowboys’ field (ESPN)

Terence Newman can still get job done (ESPN)

Tony Romo must keep Cowboys winning (ESPN)

Cowboys have a new look that’s working (Fox Sports Southwest)

Cowboys offense falling in love with Murray (Fox Sports Southwest)

Bryant both frustrating and elating for Cowboys (Fox Sports Southwest)

Cowboys’ Lee battling through wrist injury (Fox Sports Southwest)

Tony Romo praised for stellar performance (Fox Sports Southwest)

Cowboys have a new look that’s working (Fox Sports Southwest)

Dez Bryant heading the right direction (Fox Sports Southwest)

Jerry Jones: Murray’s injury ‘was no issue’ (Fox Sports Southwest)

Photo gallery (Fox Sports Southwest)

Dollar Bills (DallasCowboys.com)

All Cylinders Firing (DallasCowboys.com)

DeAnswer (DallasCowboys.com)

Roman Conquest (DallasCowboys.com)

On A Roll (DallasCowboys.com)

Glad Lee Back (DallasCowboys.com)

Gameday Notebook (DallasCowboys.com)

Hidden Game-Changers (DallasCowboys.com)

Individual Honors (DallasCowboys.com)

Photo gallery (DallasCowboys.com)

Photo gallery (BuffaloBills.com)

Photo gallery (AP)

Photo gallery (Buffalo News)

Photo gallery (Rochester D&C)

Photo gallery (WIVB-TV)

‘Romo completed his first 13 passes, including TD strikes of 34 yards to Dez Bryant and of 58 and 5 yards to Laurent Robinson. He finished 23 of 26, setting the franchise record for single-game accuracy by hitting 88.5 percent of his passes.’

‘Buffalo Bills starting center Eric Wood and backup linebacker Chris White left Sunday’s game at Dallas with knee injuries. The extent of the injuries wasn’t known, though both players managed to get up and climb into a cart to be taken to the locker room.’

‘The Bills trailed 21-0 when Nelson caught his touchdown in the second quarter. After celebrating with a couple of teammates in the end zone, Nelson headed back to the Buffalo sideline and then kept going-all the way to the other end of the field where Reich was cheering for the Cowboys. Nelson handed her the ball and then gave her a hug.’

‘Dave Rayner takes over the Lindell, who broke a bone in his right shoulder trying to make a tackle in the Bills loss to the Jets last week.’

‘Romo completed his first 13 passes of the game and finished 23-for-26 with 270 yards and three touchdowns for the Cowboys (5-4), who have won two straight after being humiliated by Philadelphia in Week 8.’

‘Ryan Fitzpatrick had a tough time getting the ball out in the contest, as he completed 20 out of 31 passes for 146 yards for one touchdown and three interceptions.’

‘Through seven games, it was masked by a strong offensive output. Last week, it was exposed by the New York Jets. Finally, it’s starting to float to the surface. George Edwards’ seat should be getting nice and toasty. We’re now over a year and a half in to being constantly disappointed by the team’s defense as a whole.’

‘The Bills QB has now thrown nine interceptions in the Bills last five games.’