Mailbag: Sam Hurd losing battle for 3rd receiver?

As the regular season is now within sight, we will celebrate the exact number that will count us down to the Sept. 11 opener. Today, we will continue with 77 days to the start of the season.

Today's countdown focuses on No. 78, a number worn by two space-eating defensive tackles and now an offensive tackle with big expectations.

Once Jayron Kearse received the opportunity last year, he finally knocked the door down.

From day one, football has always been part of Jake Ferguson's life. Now he has a chance to live out his dream with the Cowboys — and possibly earn playing time right away.