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Showing posts with label Jerry Jones. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Jerry Jones. Show all posts
Cowboys Not First Choice For Jerry
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| Jerry Jones will take his place in the Pro Football Hall of Fame in Canton, Ohio this weekend. Photo credit: USA Today |
When oil wildcatter Jerry Jones paid his way into the NFL in 1989 it wasn't his first attempt to own a pro football team.
The new Hall of Fame owner of the richest sports franchise in the world was not always "Mr. Dallas Cowboys". In 1966, after graduating from the University of Arkansas, Jones made a bid to buy the San Diego Chargers for $5.8 million. The team is now #21 on the Forbes NFL list with a valuation just over $2 billion with a "B".
Jones had promises from investors in Missouri to secure the deal with AFL team, but his dad Pat Jones told him not to do it. This was pre-NFL-AFL merger and teams were losing money like crazy to stay afloat. Once the merger went through, the Chargers sold for $10 million.
What if Jerry never listened to his dad's advice?
The speculation was that he would have moved the Chargers to St. Louis although southern California was a premium market.
Cowboy fans should be grateful Jerry took someone's advice early on.
Jerry Jones Ready To Embrace Life After Romo
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| Jason Garrett, Charlotte Jones, Jerry Jones, and Stephen Jones discuss the 2016 NFL Draft picks. |
Jerry Jones has always stated that Tony Romo will be his quarterback for the next few years, but the recent draft shows his acceptance to prepare to move on.
by Rodney FisherThe Dallas Cowboys started the draft with two main goals:
- Take Ezekiel Elliott with the 4th pick.
- Trade back into the first round and take quarterback Paxton Lynch.
After a proposed trade with the Seattle Seahawks was trumped by the Denver Broncos to draft Lynch with the 26th overall pick, the Cowboys set their sites on Michigan State QB Connor Cook or Mississippi State QB Dak Prescott. The selected Prescott in the fourth round.
When contemplating how to select the potential Romo-replacement, they sought the advice of legend Roger Staubach. His advice was to focus on the intangibles like leadership and self-confidence. Prescott was a team captain for the Bulldogs since he showed up on campus.
Jerry, the ultimate oil wildcatter, has made his bet. Even if Prescott turns out not to be the heir apparent, Jones has committed to begin the search. Romo's multiple injuries took their toll on the entire fan base last year, including the Jones family. The countless camera shots of a depressed luxury box started the process to think about the future.
The belief that Romo will return to action 100% should be taken with a grain of salt. Jones draft choice of Elliott with the 4th pick over Florida State safety Jalen Ramsay signifies that Romo needs help in the backfield. With DeMarco Murray leading the NFL rushing, Romo was able to audible out of the blitz more to protect his fragile frame. The hodge-podge mixture of running backs last year let him over exposed and his injury was inevitable.
Jones openness about pushing hard to get Paxton Lynch and drafting Prescott is the fresh thinking that fans have been craving. The Romo era is almost over.
NFL: Drama In Dallas
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| Scott Linehan joins Jason Garrett's staff as the new play caller for the Dallas Cowboys. Photo credit NFL |
Once again, the Dallas Cowboys will be switching play callers for their offense. The’ve tried Jason Garrett, Bill Callahan, and now Scott Linehan. Linehan was the Lions OC from 2009-13. He was hired this week as the Cowboys’ play caller.
NFL Training Camp: Dallas Cowboys Offensive Preview
by Chad Jones
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| Dallas Cowboys Dez Bryant and Tony Romo |
A year from today, Gavin Escobar will be appearing on national television shows to preview Cowboys Camp, and will be considered a matchup nightmare across the NFL. His value won't be exclusively in production, but in his ability to transform the Cowboys offense into a dynamic attack. Jason Garrett is an adept schemer that has learned from some of the brightest minds in football. While he won't be responsible for play calling, he will be integral to preparing the offense for each opponent.
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Poll Question: Does Jerry Jones really want to win?
After another bad season for the Cowboys, many fans feel that if Jerry Jones really wants to win he will hire a GM....or fire himself as the GM. Can an owner be the GM also?Find out the results of our poll tonight on RF Sports Radio Show @ 10:30pm CST - Right Here
After another disappointing season, Jerry says he will remain the GM
Jerry says that hiring a GM will only clutter the process. When you have only 3 playoff games in 16 years, it's time to change something!
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Dear Jerry Jones, Blow it up!
There is but one solution Mr. Jones, Blow it up! New personnel, new coaches, and a new GM. That's right Jerry...You're Fired! Stick to what you do best and market Americas team. Leave the football to football people like Jimmy and Parcells. You want to WIN don't you! Division opponents, like the Giants, have a better record in your stadium that your own team. I'm frustrated, I'm sick, I'm tired, and I'm out on this season....
Sincerely,
Cowboy Fan For Life
Dear Jerry Jones: Watch Romo
Dear Jerry,
I know it has been a while since we have talked, but I think this season will be different. We need to talk. Like you, I'm a huge Cowboys fan. Like you, I've been with this team from 1-15 to 3 Super Bowl Rings. I was even on board with you when you started your QB science project to replace the legendary Troy Aikman. I watched you mine the abyss of veteran NFLers and the vast caverns of undrafted free agents looking for gold. Just like the 21st century 49ers on reality TV still prospecting the hills and mountains of the frontier, you have to watch out for fool's gold. True, you have been able to decipher between the two before with Chad Hutchinson and Quincy Carter, but what about Tony. Your oil background keeps you always looking at a barren landscape and say, "Yep, this is the spot". I applaud that in most respects in terms of buying the team, hiring Jimmy, drafting "The Triplets", and building the greatest indoor enclosure in the world. But did you watch last Sunday. How many times do we (me and you) have to watch Tony lose a game on his own. Jerry, I know there is no easy fix. We don't have some hotshot rookie in the wings or a fan favorite backup, but Kitna would not have done that. Kitna won more games than Romo last year...right. I not asking you to demote him, not yet anyway, but watch him this week Jerry. Watch his locker room demeanor. Watch how he prepares for what many fans think to be the biggest game of his roller coaster career. Then watch the game. I know you gotta entertain your West Coast partners in your premium suite, but just watch the 4th quarter. When the game is on the line and we are one play away and you just don't need to turn the ball over and you know....the list goes on. Jerry you are not gun shy bro. You fired Jimmy Johnson after back-to-back Super Bowl wins; you can demote a QB that hasn't won anything but regular season games and 1 playoff win in 6 years. Don't worry, I plan on watching too.
Sincerely,
RF
I know it has been a while since we have talked, but I think this season will be different. We need to talk. Like you, I'm a huge Cowboys fan. Like you, I've been with this team from 1-15 to 3 Super Bowl Rings. I was even on board with you when you started your QB science project to replace the legendary Troy Aikman. I watched you mine the abyss of veteran NFLers and the vast caverns of undrafted free agents looking for gold. Just like the 21st century 49ers on reality TV still prospecting the hills and mountains of the frontier, you have to watch out for fool's gold. True, you have been able to decipher between the two before with Chad Hutchinson and Quincy Carter, but what about Tony. Your oil background keeps you always looking at a barren landscape and say, "Yep, this is the spot". I applaud that in most respects in terms of buying the team, hiring Jimmy, drafting "The Triplets", and building the greatest indoor enclosure in the world. But did you watch last Sunday. How many times do we (me and you) have to watch Tony lose a game on his own. Jerry, I know there is no easy fix. We don't have some hotshot rookie in the wings or a fan favorite backup, but Kitna would not have done that. Kitna won more games than Romo last year...right. I not asking you to demote him, not yet anyway, but watch him this week Jerry. Watch his locker room demeanor. Watch how he prepares for what many fans think to be the biggest game of his roller coaster career. Then watch the game. I know you gotta entertain your West Coast partners in your premium suite, but just watch the 4th quarter. When the game is on the line and we are one play away and you just don't need to turn the ball over and you know....the list goes on. Jerry you are not gun shy bro. You fired Jimmy Johnson after back-to-back Super Bowl wins; you can demote a QB that hasn't won anything but regular season games and 1 playoff win in 6 years. Don't worry, I plan on watching too.
Sincerely,
RF
Cowboys still searching for defensive coordinator; Pasqualoni hired by UCONN and Manusky courted by Chargers
Jason Garrett's search for a new defensive coordinator is getting harder. After interviewing 49ers DC Greg Manusky, he meets with the upper brass of the San Diego Chargers. Many people assume that this will be a more attractive position with the volatility of Norv Turner as a head coach. Garrett is locked up for the next four years as head coach, or at least three in Jerry terms.
Interim defensive coordinator Paul Pasqualoni was announced as the new head coach for Big East winner UCONN. You can read Jason Garrett's and Jerry Jones' comments here.
This will be the first big decision for the new head coach and the most important one. The defense took a big decline from last season, even getting its architect fired in the process. The personnel needs changes and even scheme changes may be in order.
Cowboys vs Eagles: Jerry says everyone is under evaluation today; Garrett not head coach next year
Based on our intel, this is still any one's job. Garrett at best will end the season with a 5-3 record. This is not good enough in Jerry's eyes. If he loses this game, a 4-4 record will put all chances of Garrett coaching in Dallas to zero.
Jerry Jones addresses coaching change and next season
In summary he stated:
- He will interview minority candidates including current coach Ray Sherman.
- Has several potential candidates on file to talk with
- Jason Garrett's interim head coaching contract ends after the Philly game.
- Does not believe in hiring Super Bowl winning coaches because they normally don't win with other teams.
- There will be a lot of turnover with the current roster for next season.
- Romo will be the quarterback next season.
- He really feels that this will be a playoff team next season
Dallas Cowboy head coaching rumors begin to swirl after Christmas Day loss to Arizona
It was an unanimous belief that if interim head coach Jason Garrett went 5-2 or better under his watch he would be the definite head coach next year. But after Sundays close loss the Arizona Cardinals, all bets are off. You could always say that missing an extra point field goal, Kitna getting hurt or throwing interceptions caused the loss and its not Garrett's fault; but these are the same players making the same plays that got another coach fired this season. Why should this be any different?
Jerry said Saturday after the loss, "Everything that would be entailed looking at the team [or] looking at the losses, [and] looking at him for the last 20-something years." Lets just look at Garrett's time here in Dallas on the coaching staff. He was the first hired coach after Bill Parcells quit. His offense has been one-of-the-best in the NFL in those years statistically. Even since becoming head coach the team has averaged over 30 points a game. Minus the penalties on the offense and lack of a running game you would say Garrett is a great coach, but a head coach has to take responsibilities for both sides of the ball. The defense has been horrible this year and Garrett could not improve it.
Jerry needs put on the GM hat and take a long look at the defense. What has happened to DeMarcus Ware and Jay Ratliff causing QBs to scramble and make bad decisions? Once the pass rush subsided this season it exposed the secondary for what it is, one cornerback that is not always into the game, another that has physically lost a few steps and should be playing safety, and safeties that play the ball to safe. There is some promise from the younger players that should get a chance the last game of the season. Linebacker Sean Lee and conerback Bryan McCann should get more reps with the starting rotation. At this point, what do have to lose?
Jason Garrett will be a head coach in the NFL, but not in Dallas. Rumors have already started to swirl around Valley Ranch as the season comes to a close. Nick Saban has even become a candidate as NFL teams begin to interview for next season. Even with the lock-out looming, there are several good jobs available that come with more "perks". San Francisco, Minnesota, Denver, and even possible vacancies in Jacksonville, Houston, Cleveland, and Carolina with the number one pick in the draft all have one good thing in common; no GM Jerry. That means a head coach can control players without having the open door policy with the owner undermining their authority.
If Cowboy fans are left with Jason holding the playbook next year, then we need a better defensive coordinator. The Cowboy defense needs an outspoken coach to becoming an outspoken leader for the defense. No defensive players have stepped up this year to take responsibility for a bad year. It has been the d-line blaming the secondary and vice versa. When Keith Brooking does his "get you fired up" hoo-rahs before the game he is surrounded by special teamers. It seems only fitting that this defense can't defend themselves.
How long will Wade Phillips last?
Last night Jerry Jones had some strong comments about his preseason Super Bowl favorites. He said several players will pay for this including "players and coaches". When asked if he could put his finger on any one reason for the bad season so far he said, "I don't have enough fingers". After the game, Wade did not ride the team plane. He rode on the plane with Jerry. This morning I showed up to Valley Ranch and no Wade in his normal parking spot. There is a press conference scheduled for 4pm CST today. Will Wade be there?
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