Hangin' With The 'boys

The Cowboys are one of the worst teams on third down. The problem? Play-calling. It’s got to get better. Speaking of getting better, do the Cowboys need more from the receiving corps? Plus, Damone Clark was just activated. Are you excited about seeing him play? We are!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

At 6-3, 340, acquiring Johnathan Hankins is quite literally HUGE news. How will this affect the Cowboys defensive front? Can he help shut down opponents’ run games? And just how much influence does Dan Quinn have right now? Plus, how’s the upcoming schedule looking?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When you’ve got that much speed running around, things are going to happen. Parsons had the play of the game against the Lions, but what about the rest of his defensive crew? And that side of the ball helped settle down the offense in Dak’s return. It’s a victory Monday!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Will the Cowboys put any kind of regulator on Dak Prescott so he doesn’t start slinging it around? Do they need to see if KaVontae Turpin can contribute more on offense? And do the Cowboys have to keep the Lions under 100 rushing yards to win? Plus, our predictions and your phone calls. Happy Friday!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Lions overall record isn’t much, but they’ve sure been able to put up points. And they are a physical team that loves to run the football – two areas that have given the Cowboys trouble in the past. Can Dallas improve its tackling? How will Detroit attack Micah Parsons? It’s time to bring the defense!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Maybe this is the perfect time for Dak Prescott to come back. The Lions are struggling, which might allow him the luxury of ramping his game back up. But how much ramp up will there be? Will he have to adjust to the Cowboys’ new offensive game plan? Or does the offensive game plan need to adjust back to Dak?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Little brother has gotten bigger and better, which means it’s time for the Cowboys to show they can still be the big boys on the block. With the defense already one of the best in the league, is the answer simply adding Dak to the offense? And is this team more physical now? Plus, we welcome Nate back and Computer calls in.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two distinct Philadelphia drives, one early and one late, led to the Cowboys demise. That and a brutal second quarter that saw the team make mistakes in every phase of the game. Plus, Rush’s fight, Parson’s night and Gallup not looking quite right. Time to break down a tough loss.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Heard Jalen Hurts’ numbers when he faces a blitz? Trust us, the Cowboys need to go after the Eagles quarterback. And what about Cooper Rush? He hasn’t lost a game yet, but can he go out and win one? Will the defense continued the trend? Can they limit receiver A.J. Brown? Let’s make predictions and take your calls!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If Jalen Hurts is going to take off running, the defense has got to, well, make it hurt. So what’s the key to stopping him? Gap control at the line? Will one of the safeties spy on him? Should Parsons maybe play more linebacker? This is the best offense the Cowboys have faced. Time to hit ’em with everything you’ve got.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dak doesn’t seem ready to return, but when should he? How big of an adjustment will it be for the team when he does? After all, he and Rush have different arm strength, touch, accuracy. Also, the Eagles defense will be the best the Cowboys have faced this season. Is the ground game the answer? Yes. Will they need a better aerial attack? Yes. Let’s break it down.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When did McCarthy and the Cowboys make the decision to change from an offense-first team (with “quadriple” reverses, according to Nate) and make defense the priority? Was it back in the spring? Plus, Computer calls in with love for the head coach and Nate and Jesse share their memories of playing in front of Philly’s fans.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is the Dallas defense good enough to take this team to the promised land? Parsons is the star, but there is a deep rotation of depth bringing it as well. And hey, look at that running game. Are Zeke and Pollard the perfect compliments? Let’s celebrate a win over the defending champs!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Cowboys are headed to the bright lights of LA, which means to get a win, the stars have got to show up and show out. Can Parsons, Diggs, Lamb and Zeke carry them to victory? Also, are the Rams one-dimensional? Can they get Turpin involved? When should Dak come back? Plus, we take your calls.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One of the keys to success is self-scouting, knowing what you do well and tweaking what you don’t. Can the Cowboys keep pace with whatever strategic changes McVay and the Rams might have? How do they shut down Kupp? Get Parsons free? Eliminate any running threat? Time to tune in and learn.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

… You’ve got to beat the man. The Rams defensive stats may not pop off the page, but these are still the defending champs. And they’ve got that monster in the middle in Aaron Donald. How do the Cowboys handle him? Is Zeke and the running game the answer? Plus, Computer calls in.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Having faced some suspect offensive lines, has the Dallas defense been too focused on getting sacks? After all, they're 27th against the run. And is all that pass rushing causing wear and tear on Parsons? What’s the solution? He plays more linebacker? Plus, how the running game is helping out Rush.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Surprise! Surprise! This team is now 3-1 without its starting quarterback. Maybe it’s time to give Mike McCarthy some due credit for how he’s leading this team. Sure, the opposition isn’t exactly great, but the Cowboys, and in particular the defense, are doing what they’ve got to do to get it done.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s been a busy offseason for Micah Parsons as he basks in the glow of the Cowboys Star. Will it be tough for him to stay focused? Will he be expected to do more to help his teammates? Plus, does any good come from fights in practice? Hey, our last show before the summer break is as hot as it is outside.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With the Cowboys having lost a great one too soon in Marion Barber III, Jesse shares memories of his former teammate. Plus, does Dalton Schultz have any leverage sitting out of workouts? Should the team just play out the franchise tag? And what does Nate think of Tyler Smith working at both guard and tackle?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.