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Good write-up again, Shaw. I have to believe this is Dennison trying to drill it into Tyrod to stay in the pocket and make quick passes. Problem is that this is not the type of QB Tyrod is; just look at last season, he prefers to not stay in the pocket. In the pocket, Tyrod holds on to the ball too long and does not trust the route or receivers. Dennison is trying to fit a square peg in a round hole, kind of like what Rex did last year with the D. Not a new take, I know, but still applicable. I think at this point, if Tyrod is the starting QB like McDermott insists, the offensive game plan needs to change in a major way. More play action and scrambling, and less pocket passing, which will allow Tyrod to do what he does best. Right now, I see Dennison's offense and Tyrod's abilities as being completely incompatible.

You might be on to something here, makes sense as far as explaining the poor tackling.

I think most of us were expecting an, at least, somewhat competent offense that could score points as well as an OC that could gameplan to our player's strengths. Maybe that was too much to expect. On defense we started out well, still a mystery as to why the complete 180 in defending the run and tackling. I'm not one of those who think Darius would have been a game changer; he played 1/3 to 40% of the snaps during his time here this season. In summary, no, I was not expecting 13-3, though I thought 10-6 was a real possibility. It was trending that way up until two weeks ago.

The first line of my response was tongue in cheek. But Terry actually said something to that effect. Wasn't very comforting at the time. After the Rex swindle, I think Terry sought out input from an external source. I suspect that is how we got McDermott and Beane. Terry and Kim should be hands off, their football IQ appears to be well below that of an average fan.

When Beane was hired and Whaley was fired, I thought Terry said I'm the owner. So there's that. But how do we know he's trusting the right people? We don't. I am certain that someone had his ear this past offseason and he listened to this person. Polian maybe, but I speculate.

Pretty amazing how our D has swung 180 degrees in two weeks. I doubt EJ Gaines would have made an overall difference. The front 7 was poor in general.

I really think this is a mistake. It will go from Commissioner Goodell to King Goodell. What's next..."Arthur Blank, you are a true friend of the crown Dilly! Dilly!" "Jerry Jones, follow Sir Brad, he will give you a private tour of the Pit of Misery. The Pit of Misery, Dilly! Dilly! "

You could be completely correct. But my point is Beane is not responsible for the game day roster and how the players are utilized.

Completely agree here. I've heard some interesting stories from a long time (since 1970s) Cowboys fan who has done business deals with Jerry Jones on the Star Complex. Jerry is not a moral man. I agree with Jerry that Roger needs to go, but for completely different reasons.

Definitely on the coaching staff - McDermott and Dennison. Beane does not dictate game day roster and packages run; assuming Beane got Tolbert it is probably because the coaching staff wanted him. Completely agree that there was a major failure on coaching/FO in picking up a legitimate RB2.

Saw these articles this morning regarding Rog's contract extension situation. Good 'ol Roger values himself quite highly. I don't see why he deserves: Here are the relevant articles I read. They're fairly concise so you won't spend a lot of time reading fluff. UK based paper but extensively covers US news NYPost link

This is a good observation. After sleeping on it, I think the coaching staff has a decision to make: If Tyrod is the starter, either stop with the quick, timing routes and make the offense into a college-type, spread offense. This is the only offense Tyrod can run. Otherwise, if the coaching staff insists in utilizing the Kubiak/Dennison offense, maybe put Peterman in. I hesitate for option 2 (Kubiak/Dennison offense) because he is a rookie. I know he's shown potential, but potential in scrimmages and garbage time. It is a big risk starting Peterman at this point. McDermott has proven to be very conservative.

Agree, probably not. But I think all this start Peterman calls is all for not. McDermott said as much. Sad thing is, if the offense was tailored a little more for Tyrod's strengths and style, we wouldn't be piling on him as much. He wouldn't have been this bad.

I hope Jerry is successful. Goodell needs to be replaced.

Maybe McDermott could go about spreading the "process" this way

Yep, you're right.

27-9 at halftime. Game is over, no way Denver comes back from this. Don't forget that NE gets the ball to start the second half.

This puts a lot of pressure on McVay to win. It the Rams suck, there will be even fewer seats filled and possibly empty suites. I suspect the venture back to LA will eventually fail for at least one, if not both Rams and Chargers. I can see the Chargers going back to SD.

I think #2. Enough with the square peg in the round hole nonsense. Modify the scheme to fit the player's strengths.

Doubt it since Ricie Incognito commented that there was a disconnect between Darius and the coaches. Kyle said it was best that Darius got a change of scenery. It's business and the players know this.

Denver's giving them this just off ST alone.

That's right, wonder why. And he's missing $31K roster pay.

I'd take him back and return NE's 5th round pick.

Pride is overrated

Brady misses a pass so throw a flag to help out.