Game of the Week: Allen vs. Southlake Carroll Nov 19, 2009
The Dragons played their first-round game in Cowboys Stadium last week, while the Eagles have played in the Dallas Cowboys' old home, Texas Stadium, as well as in Reliant Stadium in Houston. According to Westerberg, it won't matter where they are playing once the game begins. (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)
Harris Poll Voters Nov 19, 2009
NFL.com analyst, Former Dallas Cowboys vice president of player personnel. Chip Brown. (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)
Gurode not worried about cleat to face 3 years ago Nov 19, 2009
Plastic surgery fixed the physical scars on Dallas Cowboys center Andre Gurode's forehead after he was cleated in the face by Albert Haynesworth three years ago. As for any lingering effects from that dirty play, Gurode says there are none as he prepares to face Haynesworth in a regular-season game for the first time since the incident. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
NFL vs. unruly fans: League out to protect game day experience Nov 19, 2009
-- Already at 20 ounces or less: Atlanta Falcons, Carolina Panthers, Chicago Bears, Cleveland Browns, Dallas Cowboys, Denver Broncos, Detroit Lions, Jacksonville Jaguars, New England Patriots, New Orleans Saints, New York Giants, New York Jets, Philadelphia Eagles, Pittsburgh Steelers, St. Louis Rams, San Diego Chargers, San Francisco 49ers, Tennessee Titans, Tampa Bay Buccaneers ... -- Five hours: Baltimore Ravens, Buffalo Bills, Dallas Cowboys, Denver Broncos, Houston Texans, Indianapolis... (USA Today -- Sports)
Illini in the NFL-Week 10 Nov 19, 2009
DB- Dallas Cowboys: Active in the Cowboys' loss to the Green Bay Packers ... C- Dallas Cowboys: Not active in the Cowboys' loss to the Green Bay Packers. (Fightingillini.com)
Ravens cut struggling kicker Steve Hauschka Nov 18, 2009
Former New York Jets kicker Mike Nugent and former Dallas Cowboys kicker Billy Cundiff worked out for the Ravens last week. As a rookie last year, Hauschka handled kickoffs as the backup to 40-year-old Matt Stover. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Jets to land in New England for rematch of the Super Bowl Nov 18, 2009
When asked about the Super Bowl being the ultimate game, the Dallas Cowboys running back of the Seventies countered with a question of his own. If it s the ultimate, Thomas queried, how come they re playing it again next year. (Allston Brighton TAB, MA)
Literary Technique: Verbal Imagery ... Nov 18, 2009
Here are regarding the Dallas Cowboys football team. According to Eric Goska, the columnist for the Green Bay Press Gazette, Dallas Cowboys Are Tough To Rein In ... Dallas Cowboys Are Tough To Rein In. (Suite101.com)
Zack Greinke Wins AL Cy Young Award Nov 18, 2009
He is getting married on Saturday to high school girlfriend Emily Kuchar, a former Dallas Cowboys cheerleader. Greinke's ERA was the lowest in the AL since Pedro Martinez's 1. (CBS News)
Packers save season with Cowboys win Nov 18, 2009
That s life in the NFL for the Green Bay Packers, who might have saved their season with Sunday s 17-7 victory over the Dallas Cowboys. After snapping a two-game losing streak, the Packers (5-4) were feeling better about themselves Monday. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
NFC East: Cowboys come crashing down after strong run Nov 18, 2009
(Sports Network) - The Dallas Cowboys were once again able to stop the snowballing hype machine that inevitably followed the current NFC East leaders' recent run of success, in much the same way that the team's offense was shut down by the Green Bay Packers in Sunday's 17-7 loss at historic Lambeau Field. A Dallas attack that entered this past weekend's play ranked among the NFL's best in several major categories generated a season-low 278 total yards against a determined Packers defense intent... (ABC 7 News, DC)
Award puts Greinke in well-deserved limelight Nov 18, 2009
"I've got a lot of stuff going on today, when I usually like just doing nothing," he said Tuesday of a to-do list that included accepting his league's highest pitching honor by day and then making dinner plans with family by night in preparation of his wedding this weekend to longtime girlfriend and former Dallas Cowboys cheerleader Emily Kuchar. That's a far cry from how he prefers to spend his time in the offseason, when, he says, "I've been playing this World of Warcraft game a lot.". (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Bets being taken on Pacquiao vs Mayweather fight Nov 17, 2009
Las Vegas casinos would have the inside track on landing it, but there has been speculation that it could go somewhere like the new Dallas Cowboys stadium or even Yankee Stadium. Any bets made on the fight will be refunded if it is not held by the end of 2010. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Packers turn up pressure on Romo, Cowboys Nov 17, 2009
But there wasn t any discontent Sunday after the Packers stifled the previously potent Dallas Cowboys 17-7 at Lambeau Field. Capers dialed up the pass rush pressure, to the players delight. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Tap 'er Light: A day I won't ever forget Nov 17, 2009
Today marks the 24th anniversary of the Chicago Bears beating the Dallas Cowboys 44-0 in Texas Stadium. Sometime today I will place a call to my lifelong buddy Sam Bowling and wish him a happy anniversary for the day that ranks among the worst days of Sam's life. (Montana Standard, MT)
Washington Redskins can keep team name; Supreme Court refuses native Americans' suit Nov 17, 2009
Mascots of the Dallas Cowboys and the Washington Redskins appear during a 2005 game at FedEx Field in Landover, Maryland. Newscom/File. (Christian Science Monitor -- USA)
Cowboys miffed about fumble recovery, review Nov 17, 2009
GREEN BAY Dallas Cowboys coach Wade Phillips says officials told him that they made a mistake trying to review a fourth-quarter fumble that appeared to be recovered by Felix Jones before being scooped up by the Packers. Phillips said referee Jeff Triplette acknowledged that he shouldn t have allowed the play to be challenged. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Packers stuff Romo, Boys Nov 16, 2009
The veteran cornerback forced two fumbles and picked off a pass by Tony Romo on the goal line as Green Bays defense finally played up to its potential against a big-time opponent, beating the Dallas Cowboys 17-7 on Sunday. It wasnt a pretty win for the Packers (5-4), but it might have saved their season after back-to-back demoralizing losses. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Game Scout: Dallas at Packers Nov 16, 2009
Dallas Cowboys (6-2) at Green Bay Packers (4-4). Kickoff: 3:15 p.m. Sunday. (PackerReport.com)
Defense Sets Aggressive Tone Nov 16, 2009
The Green Bay Packers and the Dallas Cowboys have treated fans to the very best the game has to offer. Classic NFL championship and playoff games. (PackerReport.com)
Chargers hold off Eagles, catch Denver for first in AFC West Nov 16, 2009
(Sports Network) - Aaron Rodgers threw for 189 yards and a touchdown, and the Green Bay Packers dominated the Dallas Cowboys, 17-7, to hand Tony Romo his first-ever loss in November. Rodgers completed 25-of-36 passes and also rushed for a score for Green Bay (5-4), which recovered in a big way after becoming the only team to lose to Tampa Bay this season. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Patriots Put Tate On I/R, Promote Stanback Nov 16, 2009
The 6-foot-2, 208-pound dual threat was originally selected by the Dallas Cowboys in the fourth round of the 2007 NFL Draft. He was signed to the Patriots practice squad in September. (Dawgman.com)
No. 6 Tar Heels Hold Off Valparaiso 88-77 Nov 16, 2009
That stretch includes a home game against No. 2 Michigan State in a rematch of last year's national title game, a trip to No. 4 Kentucky and game against No. 3 Texas in Dallas Cowboys Stadium on Dec. 19. "This is wake-up call for everybody," said Drew, who had 13 points and six assists. (Tarheelblue.com)
Eagles' McNabb a study in contrasts Nov 15, 2009
The replay was rerun and rerun so often, you started to think the quarterback trying to quarterback-sneak his way past the Dallas Cowboys was Bart Starr, not Donovan McNabb. The fact that it was McNabb holding the ball and the notion that he was correctly or incorrectly ruled to have been stopped an inch or so short of a first down on the crucial fourth-quarter play Sunday night, a home game the Philadelphia Eagles lost to Dallas gave the dive play greater significance as metaphor for a... (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Is Chad Henne a keeper? Leadership will tell Nov 15, 2009
" Somewhere between the meteoric rise of Montana and the odyssey of Plunkett lies the evolving story of Tony Romo of the Dallas Cowboys. An undrafted free agent out of Eastern Illinois, Romo backed up Vinny Testaverde and Drew Bledsoe for three-and-a-half seasons before Bill Parcells gave him his chance in Week 7 of 2006 after a 36-22 loss to the Giants had left the Cowboys at 3-3. "Bledsoe had messed up so bad that whatever Romo did looked good," said Dolphins linebacker Akin Ayodele, then with... (The Palm Beach Post)
In search of a happier ending, Cowboys have rewritten their script Nov 15, 2009
Bill Parcells often referred to being with the Dallas Cowboys as performing in the NFL s big room, with 31 other teams serving as lounge acts. So when Cowboys COO and director of player personnel Stephen Jones is asked about the pressure his players, and quarterback Tony Romo in particular, operate under, there s no running and hiding. (Boston Globe)
COACHES CORNER: Cowboys' Phillips seeking balance Nov 14, 2009
Wade Phillips (Dallas Cowboys) vs. Mike McCarthy (Green Bay Packers) ... 1 fantasy points per contest - third fewest in the NFL. That stat, combined with the fact that Dallas Cowboys' running back Marion Barber is averaging less than eight fantasy points per contest, will have many fantasy owners benching Barber during Week 10. (USA Today -- Sports)
NFC rankings: Falcons had George, Bears have Cutler Nov 14, 2009
DALLAS (6-2): Two headlines in a Dallas newspaper this week: Stock is rising for Dallas Cowboys Wade Phillips, and, Dallas Cowboys Romo showing signs of maturity. I know the Cowboys have been winning. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
JeffPearlmanPearls Of Wisdom Few have been less ready for life after the NBA than Allen Iverson. Nov 14, 2009
Michael Irvin is not an analyst for NFL Network merely because he was a standout receiver with the Dallas Cowboys. No, he landed the work because he's charismatic, informed and -- not to be overlooked -- courteous and gracious to those around him. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NBA)
NorthwestFootball.net Power Rankings: Week 9 Nov 14, 2009
com: NorthwestFootball. net Power Rankings: Week 9. (SeahawksInsider.com)
Week Nine Team Rankings Nov 14, 2009
The same can be said about the Dallas Cowboys of late. Where do both teams stand with Scout. (GridIronGateway.com)
Report: NFL moves to scuttle guerrilla ad campaign Nov 14, 2009
Philadelphia Eagles tight end Brent Celek, right, celebrates after catching an 11-yard touchdown pass in the second half of an NFL football game against the Dallas Cowboys, Sunday, Nov. 8, 2009, in Philadelphia ... Sports reported Thursday that the move stems from a touchdown celebration by Philadelphia Eagles tight end Brent Celek during Sunday's game against the Dallas Cowboys. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Packers feel sense of urgency Nov 14, 2009
Their next three games, beginning Sunday at home against the NFC East-leading Dallas Cowboys, will be played in a rapid-fire span of 12 days. "We know we have to have a sense of urgency at this point," linebacker said. (PackerReport.com)
GETTING DEFENSIVE: Dolphins a solid start this week vs. Tampa Bay Nov 14, 2009
Dallas Cowboys: The Packers possess many offensive weapons, but they are vulnerable right now. Poor protection for Aaron Rodgers, combined with his bad habit of holding onto the ball for too long, has led to a league-high 37 sacks this season. (USA Today -- Sports)
Notebook: Health Becomes Issue Nov 14, 2009
Compare the injury lists, and its apparent that the Green Bay Packers face a bigger challenge than simply battling the red-hot Dallas Cowboys. Dallas will be without only Allen Rossum, who long ago was supplanted in his role as the Cowboys kick returner. (PackerReport.com)
Week 10 Viewer's GuideRoss Tucker takes a look at the key storylines in one game at each time slot and answers mail. Nov 14, 2009
Sunday 4:15 p.m. Dallas Cowboys at Green Bay Packers. The word out of Green Bay is the Packers had a players-only meeting this week to try to get their once promising season back on track. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NFL)
Jones and Turner reward Baylor's faith in them Nov 13, 2009
A Seawolves sponsor, Dallas Cowboys center Andre Gurode was on hand for the signing to help congratulate two of the program's high-profile players. While they've developed great on-court chemistry with the Seawolves that they hope to continue at Baylor, Turner and Jones could also meet again in the 5A state playoffs. (Baylor Sports -- Rivals.com)
DonBanksInside The NFL Giants and Cowboys prove NFL seasons can change in a hurry. Nov 13, 2009
New York Giants, Dallas Cowboys heading in opposite directions - Don Banks - SI.com. Teams. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NFL)
NFL Notebook: Falcons coach will be penalized Nov 13, 2009
Sports reported that the move stems from a touchdown celebration by Philadelphia tight end Brent Celek in the game Sunday against the Dallas Cowboys. After catching an 11-yard pass from Donovan McNabb, Celek appeared to back up to align himself in front of television cameras. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
NFL Network COO Williams: Progress Made, But Distribution Holes Remain Nov 13, 2009
" Additionally, NFL Network is touting a sweepstakes offer that can net winners a trip to 2010 Pro Bowl. ollowing the big market National Football Conference matchup with Bears-49ers tonight, NFL Network's slate also includes appearances by the two remaining unbeaten teams, the Indianapolis Colts (Dec. 17); and the New Orleans Saints, hosting America's Team, the Dallas Cowboys (Saturday Dec. 19); the defending champion Pittsburgh Steelers (Dec. 10); and a Thanksgiving night game between the... (Multichannel News)
Notre Dame - Pittsburgh Game Preview Nov 13, 2009
Wannstedt went with Johnson to the Dallas Cowboys as defensive coordinator and assistant head coach (1989-92). The Cowboys won Super Bowl XXVII. He landed his own head-coaching job with the Chicago Bears (1993-98), where he was named 1994 NFC Coach of the Year. (Und.com)
Ravens try out two kickers Nov 13, 2009
Cundiff has previous stints with the New Orleans Saints, Dallas Cowboys, Buccaneers, Green Bay Packers, New Orleans Saints, Atlanta Falcons, Kansas City Chiefs and the Detroit Lions. Related Stories. (BynersInsider.com)
NFL: Officials made poor spot on McNabb run Nov 13, 2009
NFL: Officials made poor spot on Donovan McNabb fourth-down run vs. Dallas Cowboys - ESPN Dallas. Updated: November 12, 2009, 6:22 PM ET. (ESPN -- Football)
Dorsett's daughter signs with Oklahoma State Nov 12, 2009
Her father starred for the Dallas Cowboys. Also on Wednesday, the daughter of former Cowboys defensive lineman Jim Jeffcoat signed with Oklahoma. (ESPN -- Women's Basketball)
Get ready for mass exodus Nov 12, 2009
High-school quarterbacks are more prepared to enter college than ever before, former Dallas Cowboys general manager Gil Brandt said. With all the seven-on-seven leagues, with all the spread offenses, with how much specialization there is and the year-round nature of football now, its different than it used to be. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Illini in the NFL-Week 9 Nov 12, 2009
DB- Dallas Cowboys: Was active in the Cowboy's win over the Philadelphia Eagles ... C- Dallas Cowboys: Not active in the Cowboys' win over the Philadelphia Eagles. (Fightingillini.com)
Packers say poor play not related to Favre fallout Nov 12, 2009
Hand the streaking Dallas Cowboys their first loss in more than a month Sunday and they re back on track for the playoffs. Lose Sunday s game, and the Packers season might be lost too. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Next Opponent: Dallas Delivers Nov 12, 2009
Fresh off a big win at Philadelphia, the addition-by-subtraction Dallas Cowboys come to Lambeau Field on a roll. The Cowboys got rid of some big-name players during the offseason, and those personnel moves are working with Dallas on a four-game winning streak. (PackerReport.com)
ROUNDUP Hardaway Jr. heads to Ann Arbor Nov 12, 2009
In other celebrity-kin recruiting news, the daughters of two former Dallas Cowboys were signed to play basketball for the Oklahoma State Cowboys. One is Jazmyn Dorsett, a 5-11 guard from Frisco, Texas, whose father is Tony Dorsett. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
It's time to sell high on Cowboys' Austin Nov 12, 2009
For those of you that haven't traded Dallas Cowboys' Miles Austin yet, the team's "No. 2" wideout was looked at only four times against Philadelphia. This was overshadowed by his 49-yard touchdown reception his only reception of the game. (USA Today -- Sports)
Lott Trophy Tabs TCU's Hughes A Semifinalist Nov 12, 2009
He was honored with local leaders at a luncheon at the Dallas Cowboys' stadium in Arlington. Hughes has 10 1/2 tackles for loss, including nine sacks, for No. 4 TCU (9-0, 5-0). (Themwc.com)
Former football star tells students about struggle Nov 12, 2009
RESERVE It may seem a long way from the Football Hall of Fame to the gym at East St. John High School, but given his humble roots, finding former Dallas Cowboys linebacker D.D. Lewis in that setting should come as no surprise ... Only through the coaxing of a cousin did he enter the world of football, where he excelled and was eventually drafted by the Dallas Cowboys in 1968. (L Observateur, LA)
Six outside-the-box candidates for NFL MVP Nov 11, 2009
But anyone who has seen what Tony Romo and the Dallas Cowboys have done this year knows much better than to call Austin pedestrian. And, oh, by the way, Roy Williams: Neither you, nor I, nor coaches, nor Romo determines who's the No. 1 receiver. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
TCU's Hughes Named Rotary Lombardi Award Finalist Nov 11, 2009
At an Oct. 29 luncheon at the Dallas Cowboys' stadium, Hughes received a Local Hero Award from Bank of America for his work in the community. Hughes is on pace to graduate this spring with a degree in communications. (Themwc.com)
AFC East: Are Patriots back? We'll find out Nov 11, 2009
Not exactly subtle in those statements is that McCarthy was unhappy with the work of Rodgers, and the head coach will have to raise the confidence level of his quarterback, and entire team, in advance of a critical home date with the surging Dallas Cowboys on Sunday. "This is definitely a challenge," McCarthy admitted. (ABC 7 News, DC)
This week will require the Patriots Sunday best Nov 11, 2009
Hyping it (and boy did they ever) during its telecast of the Dallas Cowboys 20-16 win over the Philadelphia Eagles, NBC billed the Patriots-Colts hey, were you aware that network is carrying this Sunday night s game. as the rivalry of the decade. (Allston Brighton TAB, MA)
NFL BEAVS: Week 9 Nov 11, 2009
TOUCHDOWN SAMMIE STROUGHTER. By BF.C Associate EditorPosted Nov 9, 2009. (BeaverFootball.com)
NFC East: No silver lining in sight for Redskins Nov 11, 2009
DALLAS: While the Giants continue to flounder, the Dallas Cowboys have soared to the top of the NFC East heap on the strength of an impressive four-game winning streak. The club secured sole possession of the division's top spot with Sunday's 20-16 ousting of rival Philadelphia at Lincoln Financial Field, the site of Dallas' most memorable failure of a 2008 campaign that ended in disaster. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Bigger in Texas Nov 11, 2009
Shipley has caught 75 passes for 1,050 yards to join Roy Williams, now with the Dallas Cowboys, as the only Longhorns receivers to put together two 1,000-yard seasons. Shipley has caught at least 10 passes in four of the Longhorns' nine games. (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)
Chiefs release RB Johnson following gay slur Nov 10, 2009
In the same interview with 610 Sports, Johnson said he would like to play for the Dallas Cowboys. There's been no word yet on where Johnson may be headed now. (FOX61, CT)
BU-TT Shootout Set For 5 pm In Arlington Nov 10, 2009
The Baylor-Texas Tech Shootout is the third of five college football games to be played in the first-year facility which is home to the NFL's Dallas Cowboys. Previous college games included Oklahoma vs. BYU and Arkansas vs. Texas A Big 12 Championship game will be played at Cowboys Stadium on Dec. 5 as well as the Cotton Bowl on Jan. 2, 2010. (Baylorbears.com)
'Dancing' raises profile of ex-Islander Nov 10, 2009
After seven weeks on the reality TV show, Dacascos and retired Dallas Cowboys star Michael Irvin were eliminated Tuesday night. Dacascos, who spent some of his keiki years in the Honolulu area, spoke with the The Advertiser about his dancing, acting, working in Hollywood and Hawaii ties. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Cowboys clip Eagles Nov 10, 2009
Tony Romo threw a 49-yard TD pass to Austin midway through the fourth quarter and the Dallas Cowboys beat the Eagles, 20-16, last night in the 100th meeting between the division rivals. On the final day of the 2008 regular season, the Eagles dominated Dallas, 44-6, in a do-or-die game for both teams. (Honolulu Advertiser)
* NFL: Cowboys down Eagles to lead NFC East Nov 10, 2009
Philadelphia Eagles cornerback Asante Samuel tackles Dallas Cowboys running back Marion Barber in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, on Sunday ... The Dallas Cowboys beat the Philadelphia Eagles 20-16 in their divisional showdown on Sunday to claim the NFC East lead ... Dallas Cowboys nose tackle Jay Ratliff celebrates after he sacked Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Donovan McNabb in Philadelphia on Sunday. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
'Boys surge atop NFC East Nov 10, 2009
Tony Romo threw a 49-yard scoring strike to Miles Austin midway through the fourth quarter to help lead the Dallas Cowboys past the arch rival Philadelphia Eagles 20-16 Sunday night. Romo finished 21-of-34 for 307 yards, one TD and one interception. (CowboyUpdate.com)
