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9.4.18
The Cowboys have signed these players to their practice squad:
— Nick Eatman (@nickeatman) September 2, 2018
WR Dres Anderson, OT Jake Campos, RB Jordan Chunn, RB Darius Jackson, WR Lance Lenoir, CB Donovan Olumba, LB Kyle Queiro and DE Charles Tapper.
Two spots remain #cowboyswire
The Cowboys waived G Kadeem Edwards and DT Brian Price to make room for claiming S Ibraheim Campbell and C Adam Redmond off waivers, team announced. #cowboyswire
— Rob Phillips (@robphillips3) September 2, 2018
Of the 39 waiver claims made across the league today, the Giants had the most (6) followed by Cleveland (5). Obviously helps to be high in the waiver order. Tougher sledding for teams like Dallas trying to upgrade this way. #cowboyswire
— Rob Phillips (@robphillips3) September 2, 2018
The Cowboys have claimed two players off waivers: safety Ibraheim Campbell and guard/center Adam Redmond. #cowboyswire
— Nick Eatman (@nickeatman) September 2, 2018
It’s been a few hours and I’m still shocked by what happened with Dan Bailey. All we can do is speculate but it just never seemed like it was a true competition. Not sure what Bailey did to lose his job. #cowboyswire
— Nick Eatman (@nickeatman) September 2, 2018
I have a hard time believing the decision to cut Dan was purely cap motivated. This team has plenty of cap space.
— David Helman (@HelmanDC) September 1, 2018
But if the Cowboys were convinced that Maher is just as good as Bailey, and Bailey costs $3 million vs. Maher’s $500,000.
Could’ve been a factor #cowboyswire https://t.co/rsr7O82jmg
This has to be the most surprising cut day in recent memory.
— David Helman (@HelmanDC) September 1, 2018
Cowboys opted to cut 5 of their former draft picks (Tapper, DJax, Bo, Marquez & Chaz), 3 vets that they felt good about this spring (Kony Ealy, Jihad Ward, Deonte Thompson). And their best-ever kicker. #cowboyswire
Bailey had one rough week in Oxnard, where he missed two kicks in two different practices. Other than that, he was rock solid.
— David Helman (@HelmanDC) September 1, 2018
I would’ve bet the house that he’d be on this team. I never once even had the inkling that he was in a competition #cowboyswire
Brett Maher made 4 of 5 FGs in preseason games and did a nice job in camp. But aside from a couple of shaky practices the first week in Oxnard, Dan Bailey was solid and struck the ball well. Waiving him is indeed a surprise. #cowboyswire
— Rob Phillips (@robphillips3) September 1, 2018
Reminder how this weekend works, now that teams are actually releasing players:
— David Helman (@HelmanDC) August 31, 2018
Most of these cuts are going to be subject to the waiver system, which means the Cowboys can’t just call somebody. They’d have to make a claim, then hope no one ahead of them makes one. #cowboyswire
Jerry also gave a short scouting report of newly-acquired OL Parker Ehinger.
— David Helman (@HelmanDC) August 31, 2018
If he really is this versatile, Ehinger could allow the Cowboys to remain light on the O-Line #cowboyswire pic.twitter.com/dvELHUloEP
The guys on @1053thefan asked Jerry Jones about Rico this morning.
— David Helman (@HelmanDC) August 31, 2018
Trying my best to read between the lines, this kinda sounds like maybe Rico gets a roster spot #cowboyswire pic.twitter.com/YN0D05F4Sa
Martin Brothers! Chattin’ and stuff #cowboyswire pic.twitter.com/7TXRa5JjCP
— David Helman (@HelmanDC) August 31, 2018
The Cowboys have lost, 14-6, to the Texans in a game that I will remember very little about. They’re 0-4 for the preseason, which matters not even the smallest amount. The real stuff starts this weekend, when the roster goes from 90 to 53 #cowboyswire
— David Helman (@HelmanDC) August 31, 2018
Mike White with a nice throw on third down to keep the chains moving. #cowboyswire
— Rob Phillips (@robphillips3) August 31, 2018
Zeke Elliott hasn't gotten any preseason reps but says he's ready for the season. “This is the most comfortable I have felt in this offense. I believe I have had a great camp and enough reps that I’m ready to play. I’m excited to get back out there on the field.” #cowboyswire
— Rob Phillips (@robphillips3) August 31, 2018
DE Charles Tapper leaves the field with assistance from the athletic training staff. #cowboyswire
— Rob Phillips (@robphillips3) August 31, 2018
Undoubtedly, you’ve seen the reports about Charvarius Ward. He started this game in uniform, but he just came out for the second half in warmups. #cowboyswire
— David Helman (@HelmanDC) August 31, 2018
Three thoughts:
— David Helman (@HelmanDC) August 31, 2018
1. I would certainly be looking for QBs this weekend if I were Dallas
2. I’m still not willing to pay a high price for one
3. You don’t find good QBs for cheap; especially not right now #cowboyswire
Halftime: Texans 7, Cowboys 3. Cooper Rush: 14 of 25, 83 yards 2 interceptions, including a Hail Mary that got picked off on the final play of the half. Mike White likely to get the second-half work at QB. #cowboyswire
— Rob Phillips (@robphillips3) August 31, 2018
Lance Lenoir is back in the game returning punts. Must be OK. #cowboyswire
— Rob Phillips (@robphillips3) August 31, 2018
Tonight’s Player of the game!!!! #cowboyswire pic.twitter.com/LRrQYQOcJR
— Nick Eatman (@nickeatman) August 31, 2018
TE Rico Gathers gets his first catch of the game. Michael Gallup still in at WR on this drive. #cowboyswire
— Rob Phillips (@robphillips3) August 31, 2018
the more I think about it, the more I think that either:
— David Helman (@HelmanDC) August 31, 2018
1. they'll go with Jeron Johnson, because Kris Richard knows/trusts him
2. the 4th safety isn't on the roster yet, because they'll add a guy this weekend#cowboyswire https://t.co/J8WyYhNRW1
He needs to Gallup over to the sideline and wear a cap. #cowboyswire
— Nick Eatman (@nickeatman) August 31, 2018
Stay healthy Dak #cowboyswire
— Nick Eatman (@nickeatman) August 31, 2018
Former Cowboys QB Brandon Weeden under heavy pressure these last two plays. DT Daniel Ross credited with a sack. He's played well lately with more reps. #cowboyswire
— Rob Phillips (@robphillips3) August 31, 2018
That was pretty cool to see a safety making a play #cowboyswire
— Nick Eatman (@nickeatman) August 31, 2018
Officials overrule the touchdown call. Texans take over at the Dallas 44. #cowboyswire
— Rob Phillips (@robphillips3) August 31, 2018
Cooper Rush's pocket broke down badly on the right side. But still forced a throw that turned into a pick-six. #cowboyswire
— Rob Phillips (@robphillips3) August 31, 2018
I said last week that Brett Maher has looked great this preseason, and a 57-yard FG only emphasizes that. I have to believe he'll get a call or two from a kicker needy team at some point in the next month #cowboyswire
— David Helman (@HelmanDC) August 31, 2018
It's almost like the coaches said... "Ok Lance, we'll give you a shot here." I bet he will get a ton of looks tonight. #cowboyswire
— Nick Eatman (@nickeatman) August 31, 2018
For a second, I thought this was Chido. Forgot the jersey swap #cowboyswire pic.twitter.com/mKxEKFdH3X
— David Helman (@HelmanDC) August 30, 2018
Things that resemble football starting to happen here. Big group of the Cowboys’ veterans, most of whom are unlikely to play tonight, came out for cardio. Pregame warmups mostly populated by younger players right now. #cowboyswire
— David Helman (@HelmanDC) August 30, 2018
Xavier Woods doing some on-field rehab and conditioning ahead of tonight’s game. Jerry Jones said this week the goal is Week 2, if not Week 1 #cowboyswire pic.twitter.com/FKtP0qvmF1
— David Helman (@HelmanDC) August 30, 2018
In order to keep him eligible for 2018, Travis Frederick has to be on the initial 53-man roster this weekend. Beyond that, Cowboys haven’t decided what to do w/ him.
— David Helman (@HelmanDC) August 29, 2018
Frederick could be placed on IR with the possibility of returning, or they could carry him on the 53 #cowboyswire
Stephen Jones says the Cowboys like the guys currently on their roster, but he adds that they aren’t naive. They’ll be on the lookout for help this weekend — particularly along the OL and at safety #cowboyswire
— David Helman (@HelmanDC) August 29, 2018
At the Dallas Cowboys Kickoff Luncheon today, Jaylon Smith accepted the Ed Block Courage Award for his recovery and return from injury last season. #cowboyswire
— Rob Phillips (@robphillips3) August 29, 2018
The Cowboys also waived/injured T Korren Kirven today. #cowboyswire
— Rob Phillips (@robphillips3) August 28, 2018
No comment from Randy Gregory on a variety of topics today #cowboyswire
— David Helman (@HelmanDC) August 28, 2018
Maliek Collins mixing in with the second-team defense during team drills 👀👀 #cowboyswire
— David Helman (@HelmanDC) August 28, 2018
Jaylon Smith just had a PBU on a 30-yard seam route from Dak to Dalton Schultz. His coverage ability down the field has been really impressive #cowboyswire
— David Helman (@HelmanDC) August 28, 2018
And there's Zack Martin in team drills at RG for the first time since hurting his knee in the second preseason. No trouble moving to the second level on a Zeke run. #cowboyswire
— Rob Phillips (@robphillips3) August 28, 2018
Zack Martin's moving well in these individual drills, by the way. #cowboyswire
— Rob Phillips (@robphillips3) August 28, 2018
To make room for signing offensive linemen, T Matthew Diaz and G Kyle Bosch, the Cowboys waived C Dustin Stanton and WR Ricky Jeune. Stanton injured his knee against the Cardinals on Sunday. #cowboyswire
— Rob Phillips (@robphillips3) August 28, 2018
RG Zack Martin (knee) is going through the early part of practice. #cowboyswire
— Rob Phillips (@robphillips3) August 28, 2018
Head coach Jason Garrett said C Travis Frederick (Guillain-Barré syndrome) has returned to meetings and taken part in some workouts. Still no timetable for his return. He’s at practice today watching. #cowboyswire
— Rob Phillips (@robphillips3) August 28, 2018
He’s doing conditioning and rehab work. I don’t think it’s a major issue, just the usual precautions with a soft tissue injury #cowboyswire https://t.co/a2NWGuCDQc
— David Helman (@HelmanDC) August 28, 2018
Jason Garrett doesn’t anticipate that Leighton Vander Esch will play Thursday night, as he’s still recovering from his groin injury. Cowboys are hopeful he can practice soon #cowboyswire
— David Helman (@HelmanDC) August 28, 2018
Jason Garrett, asked if he expects Randy Gregory to be available for the season opener: “Based on what I know, absolutely.” #cowboyswire
— David Helman (@HelmanDC) August 28, 2018
Jason Garrett says he feels comfortable with Cooper Rush as the Cowboys’ backup QB #cowboyswire
— David Helman (@HelmanDC) August 28, 2018
Jerry Jones doesn’t think Xavier Woods will be ready in time for Week 1 @ Carolina. He’s hopeful to have him back for Week 2 vs. the Giants #cowboyswire
— David Helman (@HelmanDC) August 28, 2018
On @1053thefan, Stephen Jones acknowledges that offensive line and safety depth continue to be spots the team must keep an eye on. Xavier Woods is a question mark for Week 1 and Travis Frederick’s return date is unknown at this point. #cowboyswire
— Rob Phillips (@robphillips3) August 27, 2018
Stephen Jones, talking to @1053thefan about Randy Gregory. "Right now, we don't know anything" about potential trouble. But he does point out that teams are not on the inside of the league's process. #cowboyswire
— David Helman (@HelmanDC) August 27, 2018
Love this quote from Sean Lee about how good the Cowboys’ starting defense has looked — and how much that’s worth at this point in the year #cowboyswire pic.twitter.com/yFjcnedDLZ
— David Helman (@HelmanDC) August 27, 2018
This is everything Jerry Jones said about Randy Gregory during his postgame media session tonight #cowboyswire pic.twitter.com/q53jGG5fe6
— David Helman (@HelmanDC) August 27, 2018
Joe Looney also says he's OK. So it sounds like the Cowboys got through this game relatively cleanly from an injury standpoint #cowboyswire
— David Helman (@HelmanDC) August 27, 2018
Kavon Frazier says the X-Rays came back clean on his shoulder. He says he’d have gone back in if it was the regular season #cowboyswire
— David Helman (@HelmanDC) August 27, 2018
Jerry Jones was just asked several questions about Randy Gregory’s current status with the league. He reiterated his stance that Gregory is facing a daily challenge to keep on track, but Jones does expect to have him available for Week 1 #cowboyswire
— David Helman (@HelmanDC) August 27, 2018
This was undoubtedly a horrifically awful game of football, particularly from the Dallas offense.
— David Helman (@HelmanDC) August 27, 2018
But the Cowboys got useful tape to watch on their young players. And they got over the final preseason hurdle with no major injuries. That’s A-OK with me. #cowboyswire
Mike White was 8 of 8 for 71 yards in the third quarter. #cowboyswire
— Rob Phillips (@robphillips3) August 27, 2018
4 catches for Darius Jackson against the Bengals. 4 catches tonight. Showing versatility out of the backfield. #cowboyswire
— Rob Phillips (@robphillips3) August 27, 2018
The Dallas cornerbacks really seem to be putting together a nice game. Chido looked great in the beginning, while Lewis and Ward have been jumping out often during these middle quarters. A nice positive for a unit that hadn't been great in the other games. #cowboyswire
— David Helman (@HelmanDC) August 27, 2018
Love DJax's versatility. And he just seems to have this sort of "pop" to him when he's got the ball. Definitely something to watch these next six days #cowboyswire https://t.co/Zf0R4zeTXi
— David Helman (@HelmanDC) August 27, 2018
La'el Collins has been subbed out at right tackle for Chaz Green, but rookie Connor Williams stays in at LG as the half winds down. #cowboyswire
— Rob Phillips (@robphillips3) August 27, 2018
Cornerbacks. Doin’ stuff tonight. Wasn’t the case in the early preseason games #cowboyswire
— David Helman (@HelmanDC) August 27, 2018
Rush looked like he needed just a little more air underneath that ball to Gallup. #cowboyswire
— Rob Phillips (@robphillips3) August 27, 2018
On the bright side, Randy Gregory doesn't look at all like a man who's playing his first football in essentially two years. #cowboyswire
— Rob Phillips (@robphillips3) August 27, 2018
Worth noting that Kavon Frazier watched that possession from the sideline without his helmet. Not sure the severity of the injury, but it seems doubtful that he'd return to the field #cowboyswire
— David Helman (@HelmanDC) August 27, 2018
Really encouraged by blocks from both Joe Looney and Kadeem Edwards in those last few plays. That, to me, is way more important than what Cooper Rush and Lance Lenoir are doing. Cowboys need both of those guys to be good to help them get through 72's absence #cowboyswire
— David Helman (@HelmanDC) August 27, 2018
I could have Bill Parcells, Jimmy Johnson and Bill Belichick sit me down for hours and explain why Tavon Austin should slide inside and block the edge, and I won't ever agree with them. #Cowboyswire
— Nick Eatman (@nickeatman) August 27, 2018
It's the Rod Smith show on this drive. Run first and over and over again. #cowboyswire
— Rob Phillips (@robphillips3) August 27, 2018
Whoa. That was a really encouraging block from Joe Looney, getting to the second level to spring Rod Smith. Didn't know Jumbo Joe could move like that #cowboyswire
— David Helman (@HelmanDC) August 27, 2018
You've heard some QBs described as a guy "who can make all the throws." Well, not everyone gets described that way. As we just saw. #cowboyswire
— Nick Eatman (@nickeatman) August 27, 2018
Wow, Deonte Thompson shockingly just moved up the depth chart and hasn't done anything. #Cowboyswire
— Nick Eatman (@nickeatman) August 27, 2018
Those are the first points that the Cowboys' first unit has "surrendered" in the preseason. Obviously, I'm not going to hold that against an impressive effort by the defense. #cowboyswire
— David Helman (@HelmanDC) August 27, 2018
Looked like Lance Lenoir had trouble locating that punt from the jump. He's had such a good camp as a receiver. #cowboyswire
— Rob Phillips (@robphillips3) August 27, 2018
It takes like 100 good plays for Lenoir to get onto the team. It only takes a couple of bad plays to stay off the team. #cowboyswire
— Nick Eatman (@nickeatman) August 27, 2018
If I was the DB coach, I would say, "Hey Chido, you're playing great... Now get out!" #cowboyswire
— Nick Eatman (@nickeatman) August 27, 2018
Seriously, what else needs to happen? This safety situation reminds me of the snooze button. Every 10 minutes you get a reminder that you NEED TO GET UP! #Cowboyswire
— Nick Eatman (@nickeatman) August 27, 2018
Defensive starters back onto the field for a third series. Feels so strange to be much more interested in watching them than the offense #cowboyswire
— David Helman (@HelmanDC) August 27, 2018
Fantastic pressure from DeMarcus Lawrence, and a heck of a play on the ball by Chido Awuzie #cowboyswire
— David Helman (@HelmanDC) August 27, 2018
Kavon Frazier looking really impressive through the first two series of this game ... right up until he appears to be injured on the play. Looked ok walking off the field, but the trainers are looking at him #cowboyswire
— David Helman (@HelmanDC) August 27, 2018
Looks like another safety is hurt. Frazier goes off the field. #Cowboyswire
— Nick Eatman (@nickeatman) August 27, 2018
That was just about everything you want to see in a pass-rusher in one play. Outstanding burst, power, spin, awareness. #CowboysWire
— Nick Eatman (@nickeatman) August 27, 2018
That chip block on Randy Gregory didn't work so well. Sack for a 10-yard loss. #cowboyswire
— Rob Phillips (@robphillips3) August 27, 2018
Starting DL of 90, 98, 64 and 94. Love it.
— David Helman (@HelmanDC) August 27, 2018
Two starting offensive linemen are in the lineup tonight: Connor Williams and La'el Collins. Collins had a minor calf issue earlier in the week. #cowboyswire
— Rob Phillips (@robphillips3) August 27, 2018
So about those first-team reps Rico was getting.... #cowboyswire
— Nick Eatman (@nickeatman) August 27, 2018
Interesting to me that Jourdan Lewis was the Cowboys' kick returner, even though Deonte Thompson is expected to play tonight.
— David Helman (@HelmanDC) August 27, 2018
Four captains for Dallas tonight -- 4, 98, 50 and 5.
— David Helman (@HelmanDC) August 27, 2018
Travis Frederick is the logical choice to be the Cowboys' 2nd offensive captain, but I wonder if they'll elect someone else if he is unavailable for the start of the season. #cowboyswire
DeMarcus Lawrence and Tyrone Crawford getting some snaps in pre-game walkthrough. And it looks like Justin March-Lillard is doing the work at WLB with Sean Lee sitting out and LVE sidelined by that groin injury #cowboyswire
— David Helman (@HelmanDC) August 26, 2018
Travis Frederick is here tonight. Obviously not suiting up, but it’s nice to see him here. #cowboyswire pic.twitter.com/Q0RIj3sJnO
— David Helman (@HelmanDC) August 26, 2018
Dak & Zeke sitting out isn't exactly surprising if you've been following along this week. Makes no sense to throw them out there if Tyron, Travis & Zack aren't playing. #cowboyswire
— David Helman (@HelmanDC) August 26, 2018
Mike White has made some really pretty throws today. Just had a really nice completion to newly-signed WR Dres Anderson on a deep ball. Anderson made a fantastic dive to come down with the catch #cowboyswire
— David Helman (@HelmanDC) August 24, 2018
Shouts out to the lady in the stands at practice with a Zack Martin jersey. Real ones get O-Line jerseys #cowboyswire
— David Helman (@HelmanDC) August 24, 2018
Yikes, Dakota. Looked for Ricky Jeune on a corner route, but he had two DBs underneath him and one over the top. An easy interception for Anthony Brown #cowboyswire
— David Helman (@HelmanDC) August 24, 2018
Michael Gallup is such a damn stud. Another fantastic grab in team reps, fighting off Chido Awuzie and Tyree Robinson on a stumbling, 40-yard touchdown from Dak Prescott #cowboyswire
— David Helman (@HelmanDC) August 24, 2018
Rico in the red zone. Skied up over Charvarius Ward on a back shoulder ball and tipped the pass to himself for a touchdown #cowboyswire
— David Helman (@HelmanDC) August 24, 2018
Deonte Thompson doing some 11v11 here with the first-team offense. Makes me wonder if he could get some time on Sunday? #cowboyswire
— David Helman (@HelmanDC) August 24, 2018
Zack Martin is out here doing individual drills today. He’s adamant he’ll be ready for Week 1. Cowboys in pads today at Ford Center. #cowboyswire
— Rob Phillips (@robphillips3) August 24, 2018
Crazy fact. Zack Martin told us today that his reps against the Bengals the other night were the first game reps of his entire career where he wasn't lined up next to Travis Frederick. That's crazy continuity for two NFL offensive linemen #cowboyswire
— David Helman (@HelmanDC) August 23, 2018
The thought of not playing next to Travis Frederick for the time being is odd to Zack Martin. Been on the field with him virtually every snap since 2014. But Martin said repeatedly there’s a lot of confidence in Joe Looney to fill in. #cowboyswire
— Rob Phillips (@robphillips3) August 23, 2018
We also talked to Zack Martin today. He says he’s playing Week 1 #cowboyswire
— David Helman (@HelmanDC) August 23, 2018
