Hangin' with the 'Boys: They Were Just Better

It wasn't always pretty, but the end result sure was. The boys break down the big win over the Chargers, including the offensive game plan, Steele's effort and the bend-but-don't-break defense. Plus, is Parsons' play and attitude possibly leading a culture change?

What's it going to take to win this game against the Chargers? Red zone offense? Dak's arm? Stopping Bosa? The line of scrimmage? There's plenty to cover on this Friday. Plus, we take your calls, answer Tweets and it's the return of Mama Gross!

It won't be an easy task but what does this defensive line need to do without Lawrence and possibly Gregory? Can they get pressure? Stop the run? Will the young guys step up? And just how good is the QB Herbert? All these questions have got us charged up.

If this team wants to win, they need to find more success in the red zone. Takeaways need to turn into touchdowns, not field goals. The boys break down the offense and using Zeke against the Chargers defense. Plus, what are they going to do about Joey Bosa?

Will the coaches make sure Terence Steele gets help if he needs it? They'd better. Plus, did the defense have the right guys on the field when needed and were they in the right spots where needed? And how about some body blows with the running game? The boys take your calls.

How's the team going to handle replacing Collins? And how might his teammates be reacting? Nate tells us how Aikman and Emmitt would have reacted (and did react) back in the day. Plus, the receiver corps, including Amari's performance, CeeDee's drops and life without Gallup.

A loss is a loss, but did the Cowboys show some encouraging signs in the season opener against the Bucs? Jesse is having none of it as he questions whether this is the same old culture. "When you come for the king, you just can't miss … again." It's a feisty show!

It's a short show, but there's still time to talk about the Cowboys' upcoming game against Brady and the Buccaneers. Without Zack Martin, can Dak Prescott pull off the upset in his return? Plus, we give our annual predictions (yes, we're booking a division title).

Sure, Osa was probably telling the truth about Brady. It was an innocent answer … and perhaps also a learning moment for the rookie. Plus, the boys also talk quarterbacks, offensive line, defensive leadership and they review Jesse's documentary.

There's plenty to talk about the day after roster cuts, including a certain QB now available. But does the success of the team really ride on Zeke? (Hint: Nate's a believer.) Plus, we bask in the spotlight of Hard Knocks, discuss Jesse's upcoming documentary and more!

And not just the preseason. How about this team thinking it's ready for the regular season? Yes, they're healthy, but we have yet to see them play together and clicking. Plus, the backup QB dilemma and what's it like for these bubble players waiting for cut-down day?

Is Dak ready physically? Is he ready mentally? There's a debate to be had! And what's this last week like for guys on the bubble? Jesse and Nate lived it. Don't miss what they had to say about making a final impression in the battle for a roster spot.

It's the preseason. Should we care if they win or lose? Hey, we always want to win! Speaking of which, how are the recent Covid tests going to affect the team's preparation for the season? And if Dak's maintenance routine changes during the week, will that impact the team on Sunday?

We keep hearing that the offense is going to be just fine, but until guys like Dak, Amari, Tyron and Zack can all get work in together, will we really know for sure? Plus, the boys talk time off at camp, what's happening at center and the game tomorrow. The band is back together!

There's been talk about the defense being simplified, but that's only going to work for so long. The boys talk about an improving defense, losing Gallimore, who'll be left standing at wide receiver and, oh yeah, do we have a backup QB?

After returning from Dallas Cowboys Training Camp in Oxnard, CA. Nate Newton and Shannon Gross return to the Star to join the guys to recap the latest news and share their thoughts on the preseason loss in Arizona and more.

If Dak is unable to fully practice soon will the offense be able to find its rhythm by the time the season starts? There's more to this than just throwing passes. Plus, the gang talks about the criticism of McCarthy, and with cuts ahead, each takes a turn putting on the GM hat.

The stock is rising on some guys, so where does that leave others? The boys talk about who is standing out (and who isn't) as well as what we saw from the scrimmage on Saturday, the cornerback situation and, uh-oh, Dak's shoulder.

It's only one preseason game, but how worried should we be about backup quarterback? Or the swing tackle position? Or the team's depth overall? It's the good, the bad and the ugly from the loss to the Steelers.

How much pressure is on Dan Quinn to showcase his defense in the Hall of Fame game? The crew discusses what they're hoping to see on the defense, position battles, and get a live update from Nate Newton out in Oxnard, California.

The word is Dak's shoulder is just fatigued, but is that all there is to it? Could this linger? With their fingers hovering over the red panic button, the boys get into the team's QB situation, talk Coop and D-Law's return, and players on the bubble.

What's it like now at training camp when the hitting starts? Are guys coming off of injury ready? What about Micah Parsons and the other rookies? Plus, what we might expect from Dan Quinn's defensive scheme (Hint: think simple).

Once the pads come on and things heat up out in Oxnard, we'll find out which players will bite and which will just bark. The boys talk competition, Dak's progress and what's going on at safety. Plus, "What The Heck?"

Training Camp is officially underway and the crew discusses how Mike McCarthy can build a winning culture, expectations for Dak Prescott throughout camp, and live practice updates from Oxnard, California.

Dak says his ankle injury is mentally buried. Amari missed workouts due to irritation in his ankle. Will both really be ready? Plus, Nick Eatman steps in to talk Randy Gregory, key position battles coming up and his top five rookies performers at minicamp.