Was the 2021 Cowboys defense great simply because it created a ton of takeaways? Or was it a great defense that also happened to rack up interceptions and fumbles in bunches? Those worried that the unit won’t be able to collect turnovers at the same rate this upcoming season may take solace in data that shows that fewer takeaways doesn’t necessarily mean fewer wins.
Elsewhere, Mike McCarthy may be looking to create some competition at the kicker position in Oxnard, CeeDee Lamb reveals his wide receiver role models, the Cowboys rank high when it comes to team-friendly contracts, and the team makes the wrong list when it comes to offseason moves. Also, celebrating Jesse Holley’s signature moment with 77 days to go before the season opener, a way-too-early mock draft has Dallas going back to the ‘backers, a new deal for Sunday Ticket may be coming into focus, and the story of a feared Cowboys defender who bravely became a trailblazer long after he left the game. All that, plus Micah Parsons shows off his new custom-made bling. News and Notes, coming right up.
Dallas Cowboys rolling with rookie kicker? Mike McCarthy urges patience :: ESPN
Todd Archer speculates that the Cowboys will, “in all likelihood,” add another kicker to the mix before training camp. Undrafted youngster Jonathan Garibay out of Texas Tech has impressed so far, but “he’s just young,” according to Mike McCarthy. The coach may decide that, in the pressure cooker that will be his 2022 season, banking his own professional future on the leg of a rookie may be too much.
The Cowboys should see a drastic drop in takeaways this season, but here is why it won’t matter :: Blogging the Boys
It’s a statistical improbability that the Cowboys will lead the league with takeaways for a second straight year, or nab anywhere close to 34 of them again. But looking back over the last 20 years, every double-digit win…
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