Hangin' With The 'Boys

The crew discuss the two-headed rushing attack and speedy receivers on the Detroit Lions, how the Cowboys defense can keep the ball in Jared Goff’s hands, and what to expect from the Jimmy Johnson Ring of Honor induction ceremony.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The crew discuss the latest Dallas Cowboys news and notes, take a look at the bigger picture going into the playoffs, and welcome Nick Eatman to talk “StoryLine.”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What happened to CeeDee Lamb in the second and third quarters? Why did he disappear from the game plan? Was it Mike McCarthy trying to spread the ball around? Did Dak Prescott not get the reads he wanted? And why aren’t we seeing more of Tony Pollard? One of the team’s top playmakers only got 13 touches. Plus, when it had to make a stop, the Cowboys defense wasn’t good enough.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The crew discuss the latest Dallas Cowboys news and notes, the status of Tyron Smith and Zack Martin, take listener calls, and bring in Nick Eatman for the last segment!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Dolphins are No. 1 in the NFL in using motion, which is where they beat you. They want you to go horizontally, so they can go vertically. So how do the Cowboys defend that? Jam the receivers? No. Try to stop the running game? Good luck. They got to do what they do best – pressure the quarterback. And, as Nate says, “If you’re not going to play smart, you’re just wasting everybody’s time.”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Like Dallas, the Dolphins defense is at its best when they’ve got the lead. But is it an even better version? Is this a physical defense or a fast one? Offensively, do the Cowboys need a bounce-back effort from Mike McCarthy and Dak Prescott in their play-calling? Do they have to go after Miami on the ground? Plus, should they let Zack Martin play if he’s not 100 percent? Join us as we celebrate Nate’s birthday!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The same concerns from the past came back to haunt them in the present with worries about what might happen down the road. Once again, the Cowboys couldn’t match their opponent’s physical play, especially on defense as the Bills ran wild. Should Dallas have made adjustments? Is it simply a mindset? Or is this only a good defense when it has the lead? And how much of the offensive effort was the fault of the quarterback? Shakin’ off the Monday blues (and silvers).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Cowboys have beat up the bad teams, won a tough one against the Seahawks, a .500 team, and then took down a good team at home in the rival Eagles. So what do the Cowboys need to do now to prove they’re elite? Defeat a good team on the road, of course. But can they stop the Bills running game? Can they keep their quarterback in check? And what about that rainy weather? Will that be a disadvantage? Plus, Josh jumps on, fan calls and predictions. Here we come, Buffalo!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How do the Cowboys adjust their run defense without the big man in the middle, Johnathan Hankins? Quite simply, other players have to step up because the Bills can run the ball, especially on the left side, which might be right at Micah Parsons. The real key, though, is stopping Josh Allen. Will he play like an athlete who can throw, or a quarterback who is an athlete? (Better hope for the former.) And does he have revenge on his mind? Time to talk some defense.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thanks to Aaron Donald, today’s defensive tackles aren’t the space eaters they used to be. They’re trying to get to the quarterback. Can the Cowboys use their ground game to take advantage of the Bills’ defensive linemen keeping their pad level high? Will it be more difficult to win if they don’t commit to the run this week? Also, going to Buffalo means playing outside in the cold. Can that really be a factor in the game? Y-y-y-yes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Cowboys finally won a big game, defeating the rival Eagles handily in a showdown between division powers. So how we feeling? Is this team ready to battle for the NFC crown? Do the players believe now? Are they ready to take down San Francisco? And Dak Prescott is playing at an MVP level. Is this just a hot streak or is this the player we should expect going forward? Has his mental maturity in knowing the game finally matched his physical talent?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

No ref talk here. Don’t let it go to the judges. Got to knock the man out. So is this a statement game for the defense? Can Micah Parsons, DeMarcus Lawrence and the gang make a play when they have to? Or is it really about which quarterback makes the fewest mistakes? Let’s thrown in a little Load Left story time with Nate as well. Plus, Shannon chats up a Philly fan, a few phone calls and our predictions. Sunday is coming!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

So the 49ers found success against Philadelphia by not necessarily going after sacks, but rather focusing on containment of quarterback Jalen Hurts. Can the Cowboys duplicate their success? To do so, can they sustain coverage longer in the secondary? Or should they turn Micah Parsons loose while the rest of the line contains? Also, just what are the mechanics of the Tush Push? We’re talking rugby, folks!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are these birds about to get cooked? Jesse has some bold predictions about the Cowboys feasting on the Eagles secondary, but there’s also that little matter of Philadelphia’s front four. How can the Dallas offensive line keep things in order? Get them moving side to side, says our resident expert Nate. And can the Cowboys take advantage of a weak linebacking corps? How often should they run the ball? Time to talk our offense vs. their defense.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We present to you … Philadelphia. That’s all these Cowboys players should need. No rah-rah speeches from the coaches, no outside motivation. Just how do you prepare, how do you perform when their players are equal or better? Who has the advantage? The Eagles need to win to keep control, Dallas needs to win to gain control. As Coach Johnson used to tell Nate and his teammates, nothing else matters now in December.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Eagles’ loss last night means a win for us! So do the Cowboys benefit because Philadelphia had to play a physical game against the 49ers while Dallas they had three days off? Maybe not. So do the Cowboys have to be a physical team too? No, but they do have to do what they do to the max. Rock with what you got, you know. Plus, what happens when a dirty play happens. Oh, the stories they can tell (and will).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The defense may have struggled against the Seahawks, but no worries. Dak Prescott put the Cowboys on his back and carried them to a win. And about that defense, despite the interception, it was a rough game for DaRon Bland. What adjustments did Dan Quinn make to get things back on track? We saw some fiery play out there (looking at you, Jake Ferguson), so let’s get some fiery talk going on this Victory Friday!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Cowboys have an interesting matchup tomorrow in a Seahawks team that has one of the best receiving corps in the NFL and probably the best secondary. With the Eagles looming, is there any risk of looking past Seattle? Plus, the latest on the Shaq Leonard courtship, Aaron Rodgers jumping on the Dak Prescott bandwagon, a locker room bug going around and, oh yeah, a guaranteed prediction from Jesse.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Every free agent wants to be courted, which is exactly what Dallas is doing with Shaq Leonard right now. But do they really need him? You bet. Also, as the Cowboys enter the tough part of their schedule, let’s take a look at where they sit in the playoff picture. Can they still take the division? Or is fifth place all but locked up? And can they get over this longstanding playoff hump?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is Shaq Leonard the missing piece? Maybe not, but he can help. Plus, looking back at another blowout for the Cowboys, will they keep this aggressive offensive approach when they start facing better teams? Speaking of which, lot of talk about the tough schedule in December, but does it really start now against Seattle? And hey, it’s time for Dak Prescott and DaRon Bland to get the recognition they deserve!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Let’s kick things off with some holiday talk as the boys share some of their memories being with the Cowboys on Turkey Day. But there’s plenty of football to discuss as well, including Jesse breaking down just what goes into those scripted plays that coaches start every game with. There’s more to it than you may think. Plus, what plays are working best for this team (as Nate asks where’s the lead draw)? Happy Thanksgiving!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Eagles just keep finding a way to win, so are the Cowboys now playing for the first wild card spot? Regardless, it starts with taking care of business against the Commanders. What should we expect from quarterback Sam Howell? Reception or interception, he’s going to keep slinging it. But is running back Brian Robinson the real threat? And, uh-oh, CeeDee Lamb has got a bum ankle. Time to worry?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jimmy Johnson is going into the Cowboys Ring of Honor and our man Nate happily shares his memories of playing for the Hall of Fame coach, including what they both really cared about – winning. Plus, the game against the Panthers was close for most of the day, which is how it usually goes in the NFL. Hey, they took care of business, though. But, oh my, there was nothing routine about the DaRon Band pick-six.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Cowboys are entering their stretch of three games in 12 days. Since the toughest of those is that third matchup, are the coaches making plans now to perhaps rest guys in this first one, which is the easiest? Do they game plan any differently in an effort to keep players rested and ready? Plus a grab-bag of Friday topics from callers (hair color in Germany?), our predictions and more. It’s a Friday fun day, for sure.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dallas is facing Carolina quarterback Bryce Young this weekend, this year’s No. 1 pick. But are the Panthers using him the right way? Or are they setting him up for future failure? Also, the Cowboys are facing another bad team. Does this really help them prepare for when they have to face opponents like the Eagles? What should they work on now to be ready later? And, oh yeah, is Micah Parsons headed for a prove-it game?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s a blocking clinic on today’s show as Nate gives a detailed breakdown of zone blocking vs. man blocking. So which scheme is better for the current offensive line? How about for the team’s running backs? Are they best when they put their foot in the ground and go? And would the Cowboys rather face a 3-4 defense or a 4-3? Plu, is there a play to beat every defensive alignment? You about to learn!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With Leighton Vander Esch now out for the season, are the linebackers going to be able to hold up against the better, more physical teams? Markquese Bell has been good, but does he have the size? With that, Micah Parsons has been playing more linebacker and he doesn’t sound real thrilled about it. He can impact a game from anywhere, so is he bringing the right attitude to the situation?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Cowboys completely dominated the Giants, but because New York is such a bad team, how much can we actually take away from it? Do they have to win the next three (or five) to really make it mean something? And Dak Prescott is as hot as they get. What changed? Is he finally comfortable with the system? Plus, CeeDee Lamb said he’s the best receiver in the NFL now. Is he right? Regardless, got to love that swagger!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

So if the Cowboys don’t beat the struggling Giants by double-digits on Sunday, is it a bad day? And is the Eagles upcoming schedule that tough? Won’t they be favored in at least two of them? Also, one caller asks if they should use Hunter Luepke in short-yardage and goal-line situations? He’s bigger … but is he better? Plus, how would you grade Mike McCarthy’s offense through the first half of the season? Oh, hey, it’s the head coach’s birthday. What are we getting him?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Really no way to sugarcoat it … the Giants are bad. So how do the Cowboys stay focused? Got to have some dogs on your team. But what if one of those dogs, Tyron Smith, no longer practices during the week? Will that mess with his timing come game day? Does it affect his teammates? Do the details get lost? After all, the only way they lose is if they beat themselves.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With the Cowboys heavily favored to roll over the banged-up Gaints, can they use this matchup to work on things? Maybe get the running game going, which might include giving Rico Dowdle more carries? Or should they try making some changes along the offensive line? If not, can they at least get some help for Terence Steele? The pharmacy is coming to town on Sunday. Time to get right.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When are the Cowboys going to win one of these good games? When will doubt stop creeping in? Can the switch be flipped? Because if you’re not learning through winning, you won’t learn through losing. Plus, Nate and Jesse look back at their own careers and share who their mentors were, the teammates who really helped them become NFL players (and their answers might surprise you).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The small things matter. Like challenging the placement of the ball, kicking it out of bounds, dropping passes, getting slapped with penalties and on and on. Dak Prescott played championship level football and the defense largely held the Eagles in check, but in the end, they couldn’t get the job done. Why in the biggest games, do the Cowboys always seem to come up short?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The crew is joined by special guest Nick Eatman to discuss this Week 9 matchup and make their predictions for Cowboys vs. Eagles.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Speed is always good when it’s going in the right direction, and the Cowboys have plenty of it. But what does that mean, and how do they use it to attack the Eagles’ potent offense? Can they use the stunt to get Micah Parsons one-on-one battles in the pass rush? Plus, A.J. Brown will be the toughest receiver they’ve faced, but is it the run game that really needs to be shut down?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Their secondary can be beat, how does the Cowboys offensive line keep Philadelphia’s vaunted defensive front in check? And how do they prepare to do so not knowing if Tyron Smith will play? Plus, how about a ground game? It may be more important than ever to at least make them think you might run. And that goes for Dak Prescott too. It’s time to grab and go.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We’re feeling a little spooked on this Halloween. The trade deadline is upon us and moves are being made around the league (much to Nate’s dismay). So should the Cowboys be wheeling and dealing as well? They’re contenders, aren’t they? Their window is open now. Why not? Plus, there’s a big game ahead. What’s it like in the locker room this week? It’s all in the details, crossing those i’s and dotting those t’s.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Cowboys took care of business in a big way on Sunday, dominating the Rams on both sides of the ball. But what did we see different about the offense? Getting Lamb more involved? Finally using more of the vertical game? And on defense, DaRon Bland’s position flexibility is paying off big-time while DeMarcus Lawrence continues to fly under the radar as one of the best in the NFL.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s a fun Friday with fan phone calls as Nick steps in for an ailing Kurt. So will we see any adjustments to the offense coming out the bye week? Should we? Who’s set to have a big game come Sunday? And we’ve got Jesse and Nate sharing thoughts on DeMarcus Ware going into the Ring of Honor and who some of their favorite teammates were, plus predictions and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Rams receivers are not particularly fast, so how do they get open so often? How is Matthew Stafford leading the league in yards thrown before catch when they rely on a quick passing game? It’s all about the route running. So how do the Cowboys defend that? And is now the time when the coaches really need to coach? The film is out. Are adjustments coming? Should they be?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Here comes that man again, Aaron Donald. How do the Cowboys keep him from disrupting their plans? The Rams secondary, however, can be attacked … if the wide receivers can beat their press coverage, which is something they’ve struggled to do this season. And is Dallas’ short passing offense one of the reasons the running game is struggling? Time to break it down.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As the trade deadline nears, does this team need to get a second wide receiver? Or is he already on the roster and they’re just not using Brandin Cooks like they should? Are there any other positions they need to look at bolstering? Plus, are there any tweaks to the offense coming after the bye? Was Dak Prescott’s aggressiveness against the Chargers a sign of things to come? The Cowboys need his “whatever it takes” mentality.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The mixed up crew discuss Week 7 results and compare the Cowboys against the NFL elite teams as of right now.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sitting at 4-2 after grabbing a close one from the Chargers, it's time to give the Cowboys an early progress report on how things have looked.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Cowboys bounce back with a win over the Chargers, but there are still concerns as the team heads into its bye week. Can this defense truly be elite or is good simply good enough? Is the clock ticking on Michael Gallup’s production (or lack thereof)? Is the offensive line going to be okay? It’s time for a break, yes, but it’s time to figure some things out as well.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The offense has been struggling, but is just more time needed because they’ve revamped the scheme? Or are there bigger issues at hand? Also, is Monday’s game against the Chargers a good barometer of where the Cowboys stack up? They were better clearly better than some, clearly worse than one. Is this a more even matchup? Plus, waking up Nate, predictions and general Friday fun!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why are the receivers having so much trouble creating separation on their routes? And how can the issue be fixed? Time to add some razzle-dazzle to the offense? Speaking of running routes, the Chargers have one of the best in the business at doing it in Keenan Allen. Throw in Justin Herbert, Austin Ekeler and Rashawn Slater and this is a potent offense the Cowboys will be facing.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why aren’t we seeing more pass-run options from Dak? Or even rollouts, bootlegs, movement? Is it a quarterback issue or a play-calling issue? Or an issue at all? Can they incorporate the best of what he does? And how about that Chargers lineup? On paper, they’re better than their record shows. What’s the best plan of offensive attack?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Should Parsons have talked about things “getting personal” with the 49ers? Did he call out the coaches for not having the team prepared? And what about that jersey swap? Is this what you want from a team leader? Plus, the Cowboys got hit with some injuries. What’s the impact of losing Vander Esch, Goodwin and Turpin heading into what suddenly seems a big game.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

No, the Cowboys didn’t beat themselves, and no, that didn’t feel like a beating … it was a beating. You’ve got to chop down every tree before the forest falls. Meaning, if you’re not consistent, you can’t be a winner. So can the Cowboys pick themselves up after that loss in San Francisco? Or is there discontent beginning to bubble beneath the surface?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.