Dallas Cowboys
The Dallas Cowboys had one of the best offenses in 2019. The offensive line was solid. They have a top-tier running back and quarterback, and unexpected talents like Michael Gallup balancing the attack. All of these things would make you think: playoffs. Yet, the Cowboys underachieved. The defense looked out-of-sorts more than once—the Jets beat them—and the decision-making on offense had the fan base throwing queso at the Tee-Vee, which brings us to head coach Jason Garrett. The entire staff has been let go, but as of 8:46 am on the west coast, Garrett still has a job—that’s probably not lasting. The problems in Dallas are on the GM, too, but those who argue that point probably only know Dallas from the television show.
2020 Resolution: Go small. The suggestion is not a slap at Texas, mind you. Y’all do big, and that’s great. But the success of this team is in the details. Consistently blown assignments in the secondary and miscommunication on a route or run add up over an NFL season, and are the reason a talented team finishes 8-8 and out of the playoffs. Sure, there are needs to fill, free agents will leave, and free agents will stay. Dak’s contract will be the overwhelming force that overshadows a lot of the mess. But regardless of the coach, who’s happy and who’s wearing the helmet with the star on it, the organization needs to realize it’s a wash (wersh?) if the schemes aren’t strictly implemented and followed.