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And, has been publicly been called out by his position coach.
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I wouldn't call what Limp Dick Wilson said as "calling out".
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Negative statements. How about that?
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Not even really negative.
Just saying he had a tough time with deep passes. Like Romo has ever been a great deep passer to begin with.
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Uhhhh....I would hope so. He's going against the Cowboys defense.
Even Mark Sanchez would light them up.
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Cowboys Camp Report: Day 22
August, 14, 2014
By Todd Archer | ESPNDallas.com
OXNARD, Calif. -- A daily review of the hot topics coming out of Dallas Cowboys training camp:
August, 14, 2014
OXNARD, Calif. -- A daily review of the hot topics coming out of Dallas Cowboys training camp:
- The ALS Ice Bucket Challenge made it to camp and Jason Garrett accepted. Challenged by Cowboys executive vice president Stephen Jones and his brother, John, the former Cowboys' assistant and now offensive coordinator at Oregon State, Garrett stood in front of his team and dumped a bucket of ice over his head. "It's fun to be a part of it," a soaked Garrett said. "It's not real fun right now ... It's pretty cold." Garrett passed the challenge on to Philadelphia Eagles coach Chip Kelly as well asWashington Redskins coach Jay Gruden. They have 24 hours to accept. "You know Coach Coughlin has already done it I guess so he would've been in the mix," Garrett said. "So just challenge those guys in our division. They're great guys. I know them well and I respect them both so let's make them uncomfortable the next 24 hours."
- The Cowboys went through their lightest practice of training camp since July 25, with it mostly serving as preparation for Saturday's game against the Baltimore Ravens at AT&T Stadium. The early part of the practice was a lot like the first two days of camp, in which the offense and defense went through separate team and individual drills without pads. The team drills were run against "cards," featuring the looks they will receive from the Ravens on Saturday night.
- New cornerback Justin Green practiced for the first time since being acquired in a trade from the New England Patriots. With Brandon Carr and Morris Claiborne not playing against the Ravens and Sterling Moore's status potentially up in the air because of a groin injury, Green will get some playing time. He will get the benefit that the corner he replaced on the roster, Korey Lindsey, did not. Lindsey did not practice with the team before playing against the San Diego Chargers on Aug. 7 and he gave up a long touchdown pass. Lindsey has since been waived/injured with a broken hand.
- Carr has yet to work in pads after missing the first 13 days of training camp as he dealt with the loss of his mother, Kathy, but he had his most extensive on-field conditioning work as he went through drills with strength and conditioning coach Mike Woicik off to the side. The expectation is that Carr will work in full pads next week and possibly play Aug. 23 against the Miami Dolphins.
- The Cowboys will have a brief walkthrough on Friday at 8 a.m. PT before boarding a plane for Dallas for Saturday's preseason game vs. the Baltimore Ravens.
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“I’d say my highlight for the camp is Romo and how Romo has evolved and how he’s managed himself relative to his back, and then how he has worked with [new offensive play-caller Scott] Linehan,” Jones said. “That combination is something that’s really is showing up out there, but it’s really hard to get the real nuances of unless you’re right in the room with them. But, boy, it’s good, and I think it’s going to really help our team.”
Man, you can't help but read that in Jerruh's voice.
Man, you can't help but read that in Jerruh's voice.
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Offense Dominates Top 10 Training Camp Standouts
Posted 6 hours ago
OXNARD, Calif. – Training camp officially ended for the Cowboys Friday afternoon in Oxnard as the team departed sunny California to head back to Dallas.
But before the team kicks off for the second preseason game against the Ravens Saturday night at AT&T Stadium, let’s take a moment to honor some of the top standouts of training camp this year.
This isn’t a rundown of the team’s top players or MVP candidates, but rather a list of the best performers during this nearly month-long stay in California.
Staff writers Bryan Broaddus, Rowan Kavner, Nick Eatman and David Helman, along with online radio host Ed Cahill, all selected their Top-10 players. The list is a combination of performance and expectations heading into camp:
Top 10 Training Camp Standouts
Honorable Mention:
(HM) Davon Coleman – While he just missed the list, the rookie free agent from Arizona State found himself starting in the preseason opener against the Chargers. At practice, Coleman more than held his own in pass-rushing drills. He has taken advantage of injuries at the DT position and is making a strong push to claim a spot on the 53-man roster.
10. Terrance Mitchell – If “swag” was enough to get a player on the roster, Mitchell would never have to worry. In fact, he might have already played his way onto the team with his ability to cover and compete. But the seventh-round pick from Oregon doesn’t lack confidence and because of a variety of reasons, Mitchell has made the most of the reps he’s received.
9. Cole Beasley – The matchups in the slot with Scandrick have not been equal this year, but Beasley might have even had the upper hand during this camp. There seems to be a defined role for him in his third season, which usually begins in the slot, although his ability to get open and catch the ball is valuable enough that the Cowboys don’t have to line him up inside on every play.
8. Zack Martin – The Cowboys drafted him with the 16th pick thinking he’d be ready to step in and start. While it’s still early, it seems as if the club is getting a better player than they even anticipated. Martin at times has been the line’s most consistent player. He did give up a sack to Henry Melton in his first 1-on-1 drill, but since then, he’s barely gotten beat by anyone, including in the preseason game with the Chargers.
7. Travis Frederick – Just a steady force in the middle that rarely gets beat in any individual or team drill. Frederick’s smarts and awareness has already taken him far in this league and he’ll only get better over time. Now having another cornerstone player next to him in Martin, Frederick should be able to take his game to another level here in Year 2 of his career. What he’s shown in camp certainly wouldn’t dispute that notion.
6. Justin Durant – When free agency began in March, it wasn’t clear that Durant would be on this team. When Sean Lee went down with an ACL injury, there was talk that Durant would simply hold down the fort until either DeVonte Holloman or Anthony Hitchens would supplant him. And Rolando McClain’s signing was another hint that Durant might not be in a stable spot. But in these three weeks, Durant has been one of the team’s best overall players and has gotten more and more comfortable by the day. His two-day performance against the Raiders this week is further proof that he has a great understanding of this defense. Even if he eventually is replaced by McClain, Durant will easily slide to one of the outside spots.
5. Jason Witten – All he did was the same stuff he’s done since 2003. Witten wasn’t flashy, but never has been. He got open as much as ever and had strong battles with safety J.J. Wilcox, although Witten won just about all of them. And he made sure that Wilcox knew it as well. From his route-running to his hands to his energy level, Witten certainly doesn’t look like a player in his 12th season.
4. Terrance Williams – You won’t find many No. 2 receivers still ranking among the top four in training camp performances. But some around Cowboys camp might argue that Williams has out-performed Bryant on a daily basis. Williams will never compete with Bryant in terms of flash or highlight plays, but the second-year receiver has made a consistent amount of possession catches. He’ll spread teams deep with his ability to run by defenders. He might have to get used to being overshadowed by Dez, but then again, that might just be a blessing in disguise.
3. Orlando Scandrick – Again, this is a list of the top performers in camp and Scandrick was the best player on defense. His four-game suspension for violating the NFL’s substance abuse policy was a big surprise. Still, Scandrick is one of the few players we’ve seen on this team, or any team, who won regular battles against Bryant. While Bryant won his share, Scandrick did more than compete. The Cowboys will miss him the first four games of the year and Scandrick’s consistent performances in camp this year is more than enough proof.
2. Tyron Smith – He’ll probably remember this training camp for more than his practices on the field. Smith’s whopping contract extension was a big moment in camp, but it came on the heels of a play in which his dominance actually hurt the Cowboys. Smith threw rookie DeMarcus Lawrence to the ground, the rookie breaking his foot, which will keep him out for probably the first half of the season. But Smith has just been a beast to get around. Oakland rookie Khalil Mack was the only player to have any kind of success against Smith during this camp and even he had some trouble getting around him.
1. Dez Bryant – What else is new? Since he got here in 2010, Bryant has arguably been the best player in training camp and that includes his rookie year when he suffered a high-ankle sprain halfway through. This year, Bryant has consistently brought his A-game to practice, which seems to spark his teammates – on both sides of the ball – along with his coaches, the fans and any other bystanders. Bryant not only makes more plays than anyone else, but has the most fun in the process. It might have been a close race this year with Smith in terms of best overall camp, but Bryant is still the team’s top performer and don’t look for that to change anytime soon.
Posted 6 hours ago
OXNARD, Calif. – Training camp officially ended for the Cowboys Friday afternoon in Oxnard as the team departed sunny California to head back to Dallas.
But before the team kicks off for the second preseason game against the Ravens Saturday night at AT&T Stadium, let’s take a moment to honor some of the top standouts of training camp this year.
This isn’t a rundown of the team’s top players or MVP candidates, but rather a list of the best performers during this nearly month-long stay in California.
Staff writers Bryan Broaddus, Rowan Kavner, Nick Eatman and David Helman, along with online radio host Ed Cahill, all selected their Top-10 players. The list is a combination of performance and expectations heading into camp:
Top 10 Training Camp Standouts
Honorable Mention:
(HM) Davon Coleman – While he just missed the list, the rookie free agent from Arizona State found himself starting in the preseason opener against the Chargers. At practice, Coleman more than held his own in pass-rushing drills. He has taken advantage of injuries at the DT position and is making a strong push to claim a spot on the 53-man roster.
10. Terrance Mitchell – If “swag” was enough to get a player on the roster, Mitchell would never have to worry. In fact, he might have already played his way onto the team with his ability to cover and compete. But the seventh-round pick from Oregon doesn’t lack confidence and because of a variety of reasons, Mitchell has made the most of the reps he’s received.
9. Cole Beasley – The matchups in the slot with Scandrick have not been equal this year, but Beasley might have even had the upper hand during this camp. There seems to be a defined role for him in his third season, which usually begins in the slot, although his ability to get open and catch the ball is valuable enough that the Cowboys don’t have to line him up inside on every play.
8. Zack Martin – The Cowboys drafted him with the 16th pick thinking he’d be ready to step in and start. While it’s still early, it seems as if the club is getting a better player than they even anticipated. Martin at times has been the line’s most consistent player. He did give up a sack to Henry Melton in his first 1-on-1 drill, but since then, he’s barely gotten beat by anyone, including in the preseason game with the Chargers.
7. Travis Frederick – Just a steady force in the middle that rarely gets beat in any individual or team drill. Frederick’s smarts and awareness has already taken him far in this league and he’ll only get better over time. Now having another cornerstone player next to him in Martin, Frederick should be able to take his game to another level here in Year 2 of his career. What he’s shown in camp certainly wouldn’t dispute that notion.
6. Justin Durant – When free agency began in March, it wasn’t clear that Durant would be on this team. When Sean Lee went down with an ACL injury, there was talk that Durant would simply hold down the fort until either DeVonte Holloman or Anthony Hitchens would supplant him. And Rolando McClain’s signing was another hint that Durant might not be in a stable spot. But in these three weeks, Durant has been one of the team’s best overall players and has gotten more and more comfortable by the day. His two-day performance against the Raiders this week is further proof that he has a great understanding of this defense. Even if he eventually is replaced by McClain, Durant will easily slide to one of the outside spots.
5. Jason Witten – All he did was the same stuff he’s done since 2003. Witten wasn’t flashy, but never has been. He got open as much as ever and had strong battles with safety J.J. Wilcox, although Witten won just about all of them. And he made sure that Wilcox knew it as well. From his route-running to his hands to his energy level, Witten certainly doesn’t look like a player in his 12th season.
4. Terrance Williams – You won’t find many No. 2 receivers still ranking among the top four in training camp performances. But some around Cowboys camp might argue that Williams has out-performed Bryant on a daily basis. Williams will never compete with Bryant in terms of flash or highlight plays, but the second-year receiver has made a consistent amount of possession catches. He’ll spread teams deep with his ability to run by defenders. He might have to get used to being overshadowed by Dez, but then again, that might just be a blessing in disguise.
3. Orlando Scandrick – Again, this is a list of the top performers in camp and Scandrick was the best player on defense. His four-game suspension for violating the NFL’s substance abuse policy was a big surprise. Still, Scandrick is one of the few players we’ve seen on this team, or any team, who won regular battles against Bryant. While Bryant won his share, Scandrick did more than compete. The Cowboys will miss him the first four games of the year and Scandrick’s consistent performances in camp this year is more than enough proof.
2. Tyron Smith – He’ll probably remember this training camp for more than his practices on the field. Smith’s whopping contract extension was a big moment in camp, but it came on the heels of a play in which his dominance actually hurt the Cowboys. Smith threw rookie DeMarcus Lawrence to the ground, the rookie breaking his foot, which will keep him out for probably the first half of the season. But Smith has just been a beast to get around. Oakland rookie Khalil Mack was the only player to have any kind of success against Smith during this camp and even he had some trouble getting around him.
1. Dez Bryant – What else is new? Since he got here in 2010, Bryant has arguably been the best player in training camp and that includes his rookie year when he suffered a high-ankle sprain halfway through. This year, Bryant has consistently brought his A-game to practice, which seems to spark his teammates – on both sides of the ball – along with his coaches, the fans and any other bystanders. Bryant not only makes more plays than anyone else, but has the most fun in the process. It might have been a close race this year with Smith in terms of best overall camp, but Bryant is still the team’s top performer and don’t look for that to change anytime soon.