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Cowboys Mailbag: Cowboys Second To Last In Turnovers?

Sep 29, 2008 at 10:46 AM

Rob: I think it's just a matter of getting enough pressure, being aggressive and getting in the right position to make those types of plays. This defense is certainly capable; last year after four games the Cowboys had 11 takeaways (9 interceptions, 2 fumble recoveries) that led to seven scores. Here's what Wade Phillips said on Monday:
"They usually come in bunches but we just haven't had them. We started off really well last year, but it hasn't happened yet. But I think it will come. We have too many talented guys that have ball skills."

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Mailbag: Playing defensive starters in preseason?

I know every year fans ask if the starters are going to play during the preseason, and the typical answer is no. But with a whole new defense (players, scheme and coaches), do you see the Cowboys letting them stretch their legs for a series or two? Do you wish they would?

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Mailbag: Any difference in this year's scrimmage?

The last two years when the Cowboys scrimmaged the Rams, things didn't seem to go well for the good guys. What were your overall impressions this time around? Could you see any difference?

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Mailbag: Which scrimmage will be most telling?

Which scrimmage do you think will be the most telling of our defense, the Rams or Saints? What do you think those practices will show us about the progress they're making?

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Mailbag: Should Prescott be on the hot seat?

Dak Prescott is heading into his 11th season as the starter, and he has produced exactly two wild-card wins. Should he be taking some heat?

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Mailbag: Practice studs vs. true players?

How does the coaching staff navigate players who are training camp heroes but during preseason games they don't deliver? I can't imagine having to decipher if a player is just a practice stud or someone who can actually translate that level of play to the field.

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Mailbag: Is acquiring someone worth it?

Would you wager future picks and the future of the players currently on the team to bring in a new player? If the Cowboys go out and make a big trade, then one or two players probably don't see the playing time they possibly need to fine-tune their skills. Is a move like that worth it?

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Mailbag: Defensive player Cowboys can't lose?

Who are the undrafted free agent signings you are excited to see at training camp?

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Mailbag: Are there enough padded practices?

With a limit of 16 padded practices in training camp, do you think that's enough for teams to be able to confidently assemble a roster?

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Mailbag: Who is 'that dude' on defense?

New defensive coordinator Christian Parker is trying to bring violence and attitude to this team. So who's "that dude"? Who is the guy who, if you had to walk into a rough bar at 2 a.m., you are picking on this current defense to make sure you get out in one piece?

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Mailbag: What makes a successful defense?

I read your 20 Questions piece about whether the defense will be good enough to contend. Well, what does a successful defense look like to you? I haven't seen the Cowboys defense be constructed like this since I've started watching them. I love seeing all these run stoppers.

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Mailbag: Battle for fifth wide receiver spot?

What are your thoughts on the battle for the fifth wide receiver spot? While I wouldn't mind seeing Traeshon Holden make the roster, I just have a feeling Anthony Smith will win the spot since he was a draft pick this year and he brings speed to special teams.