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  • Blogs

    January 4, 2012

    Dallas Federal Grand Jury Indicts Sam Hurd, Co-Conspirator For Cocaine Distribution

    ​Seems like only three weeks ago Sam Hurd was just another former wide receiver for the Dallas Cowboys who was on his road to journeyman status, which, in his case, ran through Soldier Field. Then it was revealed: Even before his acquisition by the Chicago Bears, the San Antonio native fancied him ... More >>

  • Blogs

    September 13, 2011

    Fine, You Wanna "Trade Tony Romo"! Um, For Whom, Exactly?

    ​In the wake of his infuriating, game-losing Texas two-stub Sunday night in New York, Cowboys' quarterback Tony Romo is in the middle of a familiar tug-o'-war. In this corner: Supporters who claim he's an elite player who simply, spectacularly goofed up trying to aggressively make ... More >>

  • Blogs

    August 2, 2011

    2011 Dallas Cowboys Training Camp Day 7: My Top 10 Observer-ations

    ​10. For a couple of anxious minutes last Friday the Cowboys thought they'd signed Nnamdi Asomugha. Then on Monday for a curious second we thought they'd acquired Bears' receiver/returner Devin Hester. Huh is right. DallasCowboys.com sent out a text/Tweet yesterday announcing "Cowboys Si ... More >>

  • Blogs

    August 2, 2011

    In Defense of ... LMFAO's "Party Rock Anthem"

    I'm guessing most people who read my "The Problem With..." column think that I loathe all pop music as processed drivel that appeals to the unwashed masses. Well, believe it or not, I actually like a lot of that drivel. Hence this new column, "In Defense of...," which will highlight some ... More >>

  • Blogs

    July 29, 2011

    Whitt's End: 7.29.11

    ​Whether you've reached the end of your rope or merely the end of your week, welcome to Whitt's End: *I know one practice doesn't make a career and, as Bill Parcells says, let's hold off on shipping that bust to Canton, but Cowboys' first-round draft pick Tyron Smith looks like a beast ... More >>

  • Blogs

    March 24, 2011

    March Madness, NFL Style: DeMarcus Ware a Madden Cover Boy?

    ​While in the midst of a lockout, the NFL owners and players these days can't even agree on what they disagree on. What to do for a football junkie? I know, let's have a March Madness-style tournament, the winner of which gets as his prize: The cover of the Madden 2012 video game. Wait, what? ... More >>

  • Blogs

    March 22, 2011

    If and When the NFL Returns, Its Returns Will Be Boring

    Safety? Jesus doesn't even need a helmet. ​I grew up watching an NFL with kick-offs from the 40-yard line and goal posts positioned in the end zone, so I cherish my modern-day returns. And I know the league has a new focus on health and safety, but I don't like the proposed rule changes bei ... More >>

  • Blogs

    December 30, 2010

    Top 10 Best Draft Picks of the Jerry Jones Era

    Surprised to see Bryant on the list? You shouldn't be.​Is it time for Jerry Jones to step aside as general manager of the Dallas Cowboys, or do the three Super Bowl wins under his tenure validate his decision to remain in that role? The debate will continue until Jones either hands over the keys t ... More >>

  • News

    September 9, 2010

    Prediction: Dallas Cowboys Will End The NFL Season In Their Own Backyard (With A Little Luck And A Lot Of Health).

    Surprised to see Bryant on the list? You shouldn't be.​Is it time for Jerry Jones to step aside as general manager of the Dallas Cowboys, or do the three Super Bowl wins under his tenure validate his decision to remain in that role? The debate will continue until Jones either hands over the keys t ... More >>

  • Blogs

    September 7, 2010

    Dan Hampton Says Your Dallas Cowboys are Gay. I think.

    Haven't thought about Dan Hampton in a while. Some of you may not have ever heard of him. Hampton, a defensive tackle, played at Arkansas and then was a member of the famed 1985 Chicago Bears and is a member of the Pro Football Hall of Fame. He's always had a big mouth, we just haven't heard i ... More >>

  • News

    August 12, 2010

    The Dallas Cowboys Have 10 Of Their Legends in The Hall of Fame. So Why Do Their Fans Feel Canton Has Mistreated America's Team?

    Haven't thought about Dan Hampton in a while. Some of you may not have ever heard of him. Hampton, a defensive tackle, played at Arkansas and then was a member of the famed 1985 Chicago Bears and is a member of the Pro Football Hall of Fame. He's always had a big mouth, we just haven't heard i ... More >>

  • Blogs

    April 20, 2010

    Dallas Cowboys 2010 Mock Schedule. That's Right, Mock Schedule.

    ​Draft schmaft. How about a mock schedule? The NFL will release its 2010 regular-season menu tonight at 6 on NFL Network. We know the Dallas Cowboys' opponents for next this season, we just don't when they'll play where. Without the aid of a hidden cell phone video, allow me to take a st ... More >>

  • Blogs

    March 16, 2010

    And the Dallas Cowboys' Most Over-Achieving Player of 2009 is ...

    ​Would you believe the guy who lost the cornerback battle to Pro Bowler Mike Jenkins? That's right, Orlando Scandrick. According to the NFL's performance-based bonus system, Scandrick was the Cowboys' biggest bang-for-buck player last season. As a 5th-round draft pick who started one gam ... More >>

  • Blogs

    December 23, 2008

    Final NFL Quarterback Rankings

    According to the Pro Bowl, Peyton Manning and Kurt Warner are the two best NFL quarterbacks of 2008. According to me, nonsense. Warner has the best receivers in the league and throws in the worst division in football. Manning was steady, but hardly spectacular. My rankings, which take into acc ... More >>

  • Blogs

    December 16, 2008

    NFL Quarterback Rankings: Week 16

    Tony Romo, all is forgiven. At least for a week. After one of the most Gawd-awful performances of his career - or, let's face it, any career - in Pittsburgh, the Cowboys' quarterback went out Sunday night and padded his legacy with a game straight from Hollywood. Aching back and nagging teamm ... More >>

  • Blogs

    December 2, 2008

    NFL Quarterback Rankings: Week 14

       Homer this.   Despite missing three games with a broken pinkie, Dallas Cowboys' quarterback Tony Romo leads all NFL quarterbacks in:   *QB Rating (103.2)   *Average yards per pass attempt (8.5)   *TD-Interception ratio ( 13)   If you wat ... More >>

  • Blogs

    November 18, 2008

    NFL Quarterback Rankings: Week 12

    Not Tony Romo’s best day. But better than Brad Johnson. By a mile. Okay, I’ve got a long-distance, work-related field trip today so let’s get to it. Just for fun, let’s reveal ‘em in reverse order. Extrapolates the drama and all. Where you guys think Graham Harrell and Sam Br ... More >>

  • Blogs

    November 11, 2008

    NFL Quarterback Rankings: Week 11

    Not Tony Romo’s best day. But better than Brad Johnson. By a mile. Okay, I’ve got a long-distance, work-related field trip today so let’s get to it. Just for fun, let’s reveal ‘em in reverse order. Extrapolates the drama and all. Where you guys think Graham Harrell and Sam Br ... More >>

  • Blogs

    October 28, 2008

    NFL Quarterback Rankings: Week 9

    Not Tony Romo’s best day. But better than Brad Johnson. By a mile. Okay, I’ve got a long-distance, work-related field trip today so let’s get to it. Just for fun, let’s reveal ‘em in reverse order. Extrapolates the drama and all. Where you guys think Graham Harrell and Sam Br ... More >>

  • Blogs

    October 21, 2008

    NFL Quarterback Rankings: Week 8

    Not Tony Romo’s best day. But better than Brad Johnson. By a mile. Okay, I’ve got a long-distance, work-related field trip today so let’s get to it. Just for fun, let’s reveal ‘em in reverse order. Extrapolates the drama and all. Where you guys think Graham Harrell and Sam Br ... More >>

  • Blogs

    October 15, 2008

    The Dallas Cowboys: WWJD?

    Not Tony Romo’s best day. But better than Brad Johnson. By a mile. Okay, I’ve got a long-distance, work-related field trip today so let’s get to it. Just for fun, let’s reveal ‘em in reverse order. Extrapolates the drama and all. Where you guys think Graham Harrell and Sam Br ... More >>

  • Blogs

    October 7, 2008

    NFL Quarterback Rankings: Week 6

    Not Tony Romo’s best day. But better than Brad Johnson. By a mile. Okay, I’ve got a long-distance, work-related field trip today so let’s get to it. Just for fun, let’s reveal ‘em in reverse order. Extrapolates the drama and all. Where you guys think Graham Harrell and Sam Br ... More >>

  • Blogs

    September 30, 2008

    NFL Quarterback Rankings: Week 5

    Not Tony Romo’s best day. But better than Brad Johnson. By a mile. Okay, I’ve got a long-distance, work-related field trip today so let’s get to it. Just for fun, let’s reveal ‘em in reverse order. Extrapolates the drama and all. Where you guys think Graham Harrell and Sam Br ... More >>

  • Blogs

    September 23, 2008

    NFL Quarterback Rankings: Week 4

    Not Tony Romo’s best day. But better than Brad Johnson. By a mile. Okay, I’ve got a long-distance, work-related field trip today so let’s get to it. Just for fun, let’s reveal ‘em in reverse order. Extrapolates the drama and all. Where you guys think Graham Harrell and Sam Br ... More >>

  • News

    February 28, 2008

    Obama and Me

    It was the year 2000, and I was a young, hungry reporter in Chicago with a young, hungry state legislator on my speed dial

  • News

    December 27, 2007

    ...and Thank You for Tony Romo

    'Tis the season to thank those who helped stuff our stockings with Tony Romo

  • News

    December 6, 2007

    Finding My Cat Power

    I delve deep into the primordial mist—to find a cartoon

  • Blogs

    November 30, 2007

    Say, “Cheeeeeeeese”!

    I delve deep into the primordial mist—to find a cartoon

  • News

    November 8, 2007

    Tony Romo Has 67 Million Reasons to Be Alive

    I delve deep into the primordial mist—to find a cartoon

  • Blogs

    September 21, 2007

    You Betcha: Week 3

    I delve deep into the primordial mist—to find a cartoon

  • News

    June 21, 2007

    Almost Famous

    Dallas' other quarterback content with triumphant anonymity

  • News

    February 15, 2007

    Son of a Bum

    Not unlike a pair of old blue jeans, new Cowboys coach feels like a good fit

  • Blogs

    February 6, 2007

    Slowly. Surely?

    Not unlike a pair of old blue jeans, new Cowboys coach feels like a good fit

  • Blogs

    December 20, 2006

    Santa Jerry

    Not unlike a pair of old blue jeans, new Cowboys coach feels like a good fit

  • Blogs

    December 19, 2006

    You Know Who Likes Terrell Owens? Canadians. Dunno Why. Just Do.

    Not unlike a pair of old blue jeans, new Cowboys coach feels like a good fit

  • News

    November 23, 2006

    America's Extreme

    Cowboys tiptoeing line between super and stupor

  • Blogs

    October 27, 2006

    Indian Summerall

    Cowboys tiptoeing line between super and stupor

  • News

    November 4, 2004

    A Day at the Races

    Plus: D-Day at the DMN; Dirty Deed

  • News

    December 11, 2003

    Last Call

    The career of Dallas sportswriter Jim Dent was skyrocketing, then booze and bad behavior caused a hard landing

  • News

    February 6, 2003

    Off the Hizzle

    Plus: Double D'oh, Bolly Wanna Poppadum?

  • News

    August 22, 2002

    QB&A

    Plus: Breakin' the Law, New Entries in the Dallas Dictionary, El Norte TV

  • News

    April 4, 2002

    Desperate Measures

    Welcome (again) to the Arena League, where Desperados are kind, giants are invisible and rock concerts turn into football games

  • Music

    August 16, 2001

    Scene, Heard

    It doesn't matter what we say or think

  • News

    September 7, 2000

    Fallen Star

    A small town turns away from a football hero convicted of drug crimes

  • Music

    July 13, 2000

    Pimping ain't easy

    Pimpadelic's Kord Murphy finds time

  • News

    March 5, 1998

    'Toon Man

    Robert Smigel is the hottest animator you've never heard of

  • Culture

    February 26, 1998

    Black out

    Jerry Jones didn't hire a black head coach. Does that make him a racist?

  • Culture

    October 16, 1997

    Losing it

    When things go bad for the Cowboys, they go Barry bad

  • Music

    January 2, 1997

    The little punk that could

    Benji Bollox moves from Dallas drudgery to London legend

  • Culture

    July 27, 1995

    The Cowboy nobody knows

    David Lang gets ready to sit in Emmitt's shadow

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