NFL coaches resumed working in team facilities recently, and the players are set to follow them soon. Learn more about the protocol teams must follow in order to get facilities back up and running like usual. The return to facilities is a great sign as far as the season actually being played, but what does that mean for the Hall of Fame game, where the Cowboys are set to kick off the preseason against Pittsburgh?
Extra attention is paid to the running backs in this week’s news and notes, including a positional breakdown and an undrafted running back profile, both by the Cowboys staff writers. Learn more about a few players that have starters in front of them, like Dorance Armstrong and Andy Dalton. Plus two rankings, one that debates Carson Wentz versus Dak Prescott, and one ranks the best offenses ever and includes the ’95 Cowboys. First up though, an in-depth profile into Randy Gregory and the competition he faces on and off the field.
Randy Gregory’s path back to Cowboys still unpaved and rocky, but can be traveled :: Cowboys Wire
The countdown to the regular season continues with an in-depth profile of the Cowboys 2015 second-round pick. With just two accrued seasons entering his sixth year out of Nebraska, Gregory’s journey includes an amazing number of potholes and roadblocks, and still has multiple hurdles to clear before getting back on track.
UDFA Profile: Injuries Not Holding Dowdle Back :: Dallas Cowboys
The Cowboys running back depth chart is pretty decided, but there could be room for Dallas to keep a surprise third back. South Carolina’s Rico Dowdle has the talent to make an NFL roster, but his injury history is the biggest blockade for the young back.
Cowboys’ DE Dorance Armstrong Getting Lost in the Shuffle? :: Inside The Star
The Cowboys have a revamped defensive line with Gerald McCoy, Dontari Poe, and Aldon Smith. However, Brian Martin breaks down how Dorance Armstrong needs to be talked about as well.
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The Cowboys are pleased with former Bengals quarterback Andy Dalton :: Sports Illustrated
Andy Dalton’s experience and knowledge haa the Cowboys pleased with bringing him on board.
Position Breakdown: Running Backs :: Dallas Cowboys
Entering the last few seasons, the run game was the Cowboys biggest threat, but after a stellar year from Dak Prescott, re-signing Amari Cooper, and drafting CeeDee Lamb, the pass game will be the focal point of opposing defenses. Read a breakdown of the running back position currently in Dallas.
Mike McCarthy’s Cowboys Chances: SB-winning coach performances in new jobs :: Cowboys Wire
Following up on an article from The Athletic, a look into what type of teams Super Bowl winning coaches took over and how they fared in their first season. Are there any cautionary tales for Dallas’ new skipper?
If the Cowboys need to choose between run or pass defense, the choice is obvious :: Blogging The Boys
David Howman breaks how the Cowboys defense should focus on stopping the pass first and them worry about the run game.
Keeping lockers at least 6 feet apart will be a logistical nightmare for many NFL teams, but not for the Cowboys :: Dallas Morning News
David Moore breaks down how even with the list protocols that have to be met to re-open facilities in the NFL, the Cowboys won’t have any issues making it work.
Should Cowboys vs Steelers Hall of Fame Game Be Canceled? :: Inside The Star
The Cowboys and Steelers are set to play in the Hall of Fame Game in Canton, Ohio on August 6. But with the current COVID-19 pandemic putting the ability to have fans in jeopardy, should it be canceled?
Ranking the top five Super Bowl champion offenses ever: Legendary 1990s units dominate all-time list :: CBS Sports
The Cowboys, especially through the 1990’s, had some truly elite offenses. The 1995 unit stands out even amongst some of the other greatest offenses, find out where they stand on CBS Sports’ ranking.
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