It’s starting to get real. The 2020 season is almost here. Guys are getting cut, teams are talking about what they’ll do during the national anthem, rookies are getting in extra reps, players who have been nursing injuries during camp are eyeing their return.
Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott fielded media questions about the new-look offense (which may not be all that different), but also got some unsolicited advice from a fellow passer as he gets set to play a season under the franchise tag. All that, plus calling shots on the Cowboys’ electrifying rookie and how Dallas might just end up hoisting the Lombardi Trophy when it’s all over. Here’s the News and Notes.
Kirk Cousins’ advice to Dak Prescott would be to make sure he has an insurance policy :: Blogging the Boys
In the same podcast where the Vikings quarterback shared his personal views on COVID-19, he also threw in his two cents on how the Cowboys passer should approach playing this season under the franchise tag. Cousins admitted that Prescott’s situation is slightly more complicated than his was simply because of the logo on Dak’s helmet.
Devin Smith headlines first wave of Cowboys roster cuts :: Cowboys Wire
The former second-round draft pick was released by Dallas on Wednesday, along with center Adam Redmond and quarterback Clayton Thorson. The club has until Saturday afternoon to pare down the roster to 53 names.
Trevon Diggs turning heads with more reps :: The Mothership
Among a crowd of veterans, rookie cornerback Trevon Diggs has stood out like few players have during 2020 training camp. Cowboys writer Rob Phillips brings you coaches’ quotes and words from Diggs himself as he prepares for his initial NFL season.
Mike McCarthy press conference: Chidobe Awuzie, Xavier Woods should be back soon, Jourdan Lewis not expected this week :: Blogging the Boys
Dave Halprin and RJ Ochoa of Blogging the Boys break down the latest Mike McCarthy press conference. Notable topics include the health of multiple key players, how his system has meshed with Kellen Moore’s, and much more.
Cowboys’ Prescott ‘excited’ to unveil CeeDee Lamb, ‘take control’ in ‘ Kellen’s show’ :: Cowboys Wire
Much has changed in Dallas, especially on the sideline, since last season. But quarterback Dak Prescott hopes to build on 2019’s success by taking the next step in what is unquestionably still Kellen Moore’s offense.
NFL rookies most likely to make top 100 in 2021: Todd McShay ranks 10 with early star potential :: ESPN
ESPN’s Todd McShay ranks NFL rookies by their chances of making the best 100 players in the league list. It’s no surprise the Cowboys’ rookie CeeDee Lamb is near the top of the list, ranking third.
3 bold predictions for Cowboys in 2020:
(per @VoiceOfTheStar)1. Cowboys win Super Bowl LV.
2. Dak Prescott takes home NFL MVP award.
3. Mike McCarthy wins Coach of the Year.
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— CBS Sports HQ (@CBSSportsHQ) September 1, 2020
Three reasons the Cowboys will win Super Bowl LV: Dak Prescott torches the NFL, The Infinity Gauntlet and more :: CBS Sports
The Cowboys undoubtedly have one of the better rosters in the league. CBS Sports’ Patrik Walker gives three big reasons why the Cowboys could take the next step in contention this year. The X-factors include Dak Prescott playing for his big payday, Mike McCarthy’s new guidance, and the loaded offensive stable that surrounds Prescott.
Mailbag: The return of Leighton Vander Esch :: The Mothership
In the latest edition of Mailbag, Cowboys writers David Helman and Jonny Auping do their best to answer fan questions. The topics this time focus on how Vander Esch has looked during camp, and how much of roster construction focuses on the upcoming schedule.
Ezekiel Elliott: Cowboys won’t ‘do anything dumb’ to risk spreading COVID-19 :: NFL.com
Ezekiel Elliott gives some insight to his- and the team’s- mindset regarding Covid-19 this season. It’s clear that the Cowboys and their star running back are on a mission this year.
Cowboys coach Mike McCarthy on OC and playcaller Kellen Moore: "I've gone out of my way to make sure that Kellen doesn't feel like I'm stepping on his toes." Not the environment McCarthy wants, he added.
— Michael Gehlken (@GehlkenNFL) September 2, 2020
The first annual Rowdies: Cowboys training camp awards :: Blogging the Boys
Blogging the Boys brings some fun to training camp reviews with these fictional awards. For example, the “Too good to be true trophy” was given to Aldon Smith after reports say he hasn’t missed a step despite missing multiple seasons. Follow the link above to see all the awards.
Prescott hopes Cowboys can ‘express ourselves individually’ during pregame :: Cowboys Wire
Jerry Jones hasn’t issued an edict yet for what the team will or won’t do during the national anthem, but his quarterback has put his preference on the record. “If I had it my way,” Prescott said, “that’s exactly what we’d do, is express ourselves individually, but love and support one another collectively.”
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