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May 23, 2012
SMU Legend Eric Dickerson Joins the Latest Concussion Lawsuit Against NFL
Eric Dickerson, the Pro Football Hall of Fame running back and better half of SMU's Pony Express, has joined the growing list of former NFL players suing the league for failing to protect athletes from permanent neurological damage stemming from brain trauma. Dickerson, along with 14 other players ... More >>
Blogs
May 21, 2012
Ode to Taste of the NFL (with Photos)
While she didn't get the chance to lick any football players at last night's Taste of the NFL at the new Omni Hotel, foodbitch was pleasantly surprised by all the energy inside. And that energy inspired her to get poetic. Because what's Monday without whimsy? Here we go.
Blogs
May 1, 2012
Vocal Coach Linda Septien Is In the Business of Making Stars
Welcome to Local Music 'Mericans, where we get to know the people behind the scenes. In 1984, Linda Septien was performing opera in Italy. Inspired, she flew to Nashville to do her own recordings. "You suck," the producer told her. "You have no feeling at all." She put the brakes on and decided ... More >>
Blogs
April 12, 2012
So Why Did the Dallas Country Club Really Set Off Fireworks Last Night?
Over on the News' ice cream blog, Robert Wilonsky reports that North Dallas was baffled last night by an unexpected firework display, allegedly to help celebrate the new clubhouse at the Dallas Country Club. But we all know that a little clubhouse opening isn't enough to warrant fireworks in the Pa ... More >>
Blogs
April 4, 2012
Nike Unveiled the Dallas Cowboys' New Uniforms Yesterday. They Look ... Swooshier.
Nike took over the NFL's league-wide uniform contract from Reebok this season, and today the company unveiled its new uniform designs. You know what that means. New unis for the Cowboys. Awesome, right? It's going to go down exactly like Mighty Ducks 2, and the new uniforms are going to give the Cow ... More >>
Blogs
January 17, 2012
Governor's Office Opts to Keep Selling Texas Using a Dallas Ad Agency. Just a Different One.
Till this morning, I'd never seen this 2-year-old Dallas-n-Arlington ad made by Victory Park-based TM Advertising as part of its Texas Tourism package; never had reason. (The Arts District! Souffles! The Dallas Cowboys!) But this morning we get word: The Texas Governor's Office of Economic Developme ... More >>
Blogs
January 8, 2012
Funny Thing Is, Before She Resurrected Dallas For TNT, Writer Cynthia Cidre Wasn't a Fan
I'll be honest with you: I don't know squat about Dallas. Or rather, I don't know squat about Dallas, the long-running, oil-drenched, big-haired, family-feuding epic that may still color how a lot of outsiders think about our city. When I found out some eight months ago that I'd landed this job and ... More >>
Blogs
January 3, 2012
Move Free or Die Hard: Thoughts on If and How the Cowboys Can Stop Sucking
Jonathan Bales is the founder of DallasCowboysTimes.com, a site dedicated to film study and statistical analysis of the Cowboys. As the seconds ticked away in the Cowboys' prime-time loss to the Giants on Sunday, Cowboys fans were left with that familiar taste in their mouths. (You know the one -- ... More >>
Blogs
December 30, 2011
How the Cowboys Can Beat the Giants Sunday
Editor's note: Jonathan Bales is the founder of DallasCowboysTimes.com and occasionally writes for The New York Times. We thought it'd be fun to have him break out the Xs and Os and Oh Shits before Sunday's big game. We apologize in advance for the nerdiness. While the "play-in game" that awaits t ... More >>
Blogs
December 21, 2011
Camera Crew in Tow, Khloe Kardashian Occupies City Hall. For the Children.
Photo by Anna MerlanHow Mayor Mike will end up on E! But, wait, where's Dwaine Caraway going?!Perhaps you've heard: Famous Person Khloe Kardashian lives in Dallas now. She spent her midday hours today over at Dallas City Hall, collecting toys for Children's Medical Center of Dallas. Joining h ... More >>
Blogs
December 19, 2011
Why Saturday's Cowboys Game Is the Most Important Game Ever (This Week, Anyway)
Davynin, Via.[Editor's note: For those who might have forgotten, Michael Corcoran is formerly of the Austin American-Statesman and Dallas Morning News, a one-time Observer contributor and one of my favorite writers in the history of ink. This morning, he dispatches this preview of Saturday night' ... More >>
Blogs
December 13, 2011
Staubach, Aikman and Other Cowboys Greats Throw Their Support Behind Tom Leppert
Photo by Patrick MichelsReally, any reason to rerun this photo was fine.Former Mayor Tom Leppert may well need a Hail Mary come the March 6 GOP primary -- if, that is, Lieutenant Governor David Dewhurst can maintain his frontrunner status in the race for the U.S. Senate. So, then, who better to l ... More >>
Blogs
December 1, 2011
Judge Will Allow Lawsuit Over Super Bowl XLV Ticket Snafu to Continue, But Jerry's Free to Go
A little more than nine months after those aggrieved ticketholders left out in the Arlington cold during Super Bowl XLV brought their lawsuits, U.S. District Judge Barbara Lynn -- she of tough sentences and no nonsense -- has refused to dismiss the breach-of-contract case. But: Lynn did remove th ... More >>
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December 1, 2011
World AIDS Day to Wrap Up With Speeches Downtown and a Service at Cathedral of Hope
The World AIDS Day broadcast from D.C., featuring the likes of Presidents Clinton, Dubya and Obama alongside Bono and Alicia Keyes, is livestreaming here. Tune in for "the beginning of the end," a reference to breaking news that researchers are now a little bit closer to an AIDS vaccine. Tonight ... More >>
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November 24, 2011
Please, Pokes, Let Us Be Thankful
The World AIDS Day broadcast from D.C., featuring the likes of Presidents Clinton, Dubya and Obama alongside Bono and Alicia Keyes, is livestreaming here. Tune in for "the beginning of the end," a reference to breaking news that researchers are now a little bit closer to an AIDS vaccine. Tonight ... More >>
News
November 10, 2011
Big Hair. Big Boots. Big D. This is Reality?
Dallas is hot, hot, hot on reality television. Or at least someplace sort of like Dallas.
Blogs
October 14, 2011
Dallas Cowboys Vehemently Deny They're Making Clothes in a Salvadoran Sweatshop
On Wednesday, the Pittsburgh-based Institute for Global Labour and Human Rights issued a report titled Dressing Babies in Sweatshop Clothing: Dallas Cowboys, Ohio State and a Creepy Business, in which it alleged that the Cowboys are having team-branded clothing made in "gross sweatshop conditions ... More >>
Blogs
October 5, 2011
The Barack Obama Show Hits Dallas
Our Sara Kerens was on the Love Field tarmac when President Obama arrived yesterday; revisit that moment via this slide show. Then hop on over to the White House website, where all three of the president's Tuesday speeches are preserved -- not only his Eastfield College American Jobs Act remarks, ... More >>
Blogs
October 3, 2011
Let's Go to the Tape: From Costas and Deion to Some Kid With a Match, Reactions to Romo
Tony Romo isn't solely to blame for the Cowboys' loss to the Lions, described alternately as "epic," "historic" and just plain "embarrassing" (that's from the team's own website). The defense, stout in the first three quarters, surrendered 17 points to Detroit in the final period, including that ... More >>
Blogs
October 2, 2011
On This Sunday Morning, Pete Gent's Passing Reminds: Time to Re-Read North Dallas Forty
In 1997, an insurance company called Rushmore sued Jerry Jones and the Dallas Cowboys in federal court, insisting that Jones owed close to $1 million in workers comp claims filed by former players -- among them Harvey Martin, Tony Dorsett, Billy Joe DuPree, Randy White and Bob Breunig. The suit s ... More >>
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September 22, 2011
Back in the Death Star
In 1997, an insurance company called Rushmore sued Jerry Jones and the Dallas Cowboys in federal court, insisting that Jones owed close to $1 million in workers comp claims filed by former players -- among them Harvey Martin, Tony Dorsett, Billy Joe DuPree, Randy White and Bob Breunig. The suit s ... More >>
Blogs
September 21, 2011
Without Dez Bryant and Miles Austin, Cowboys' Receiving Corps is ... Yuck.
The question isn't if Cowboys' quarterback Tony Romo is going to play against the Washington Redskins Monday night. (He will.) It's who the heck is he gonna throw to? (Who knows?) With Miles Austin out (hamstring) and Dez Bryant iffy (thigh), the Cowboys are in danger of being lef ... More >>
Blogs
September 20, 2011
Yeah, But What if Tramaine Brock Had Seen Miles Austin's Fumble?
Tony Romo was gutsy last Sunday in San Francisco, but because the Cowboys lost he wasn't heroic. Jason Garrett should be fired for his insane 3rd-and-2 play call in the final minute that led to the loss to the 49ers. Dan Bailey might be a former NFL kicker. Jesse Holley is just a ... More >>
Blogs
September 19, 2011
Tony Romo's Top 5 Performances
Jerry Jones said he was "outstanding" despite last week's loss to the Jets. Sunday afternoon in San Francisco the owner almost shed a tear in talking about the quarterback's gutsy performance in a 27-24 overtime victory over the 49ers. It's already been a controversial, mesmerizing, f ... More >>
Blogs
September 15, 2011
Cowboys-49ers: Look Out Below!
Okay, so the Cowboys were better than I expected in last week's NFL opener. But don't be fooled, the San Francisco 49ers weren't as good as it seems. Seems strange to be sniffing around an Under point-total play in a game between teams that scored a combined 57 in Week 1, but hear me out. W ... More >>
Blogs
September 14, 2011
Injury Concerns Aside, Dez Bryant Needs to Return Kicks for the Cowboys
Let's face it: If the Cowboys are going to be anything but mediocre in 2011, Dez Bryant has to be effective. And to be effective, he's first got to be healthy. Bryant caught three passes for 71 yards early against the Jets, then disappeared in the game's final 52 minutes. Cramps on a 70-deg ... More >>
Blogs
September 12, 2011
Jets 27, Cowboys 24: My Top 10 Observer-ations
10. Tony Romo negated some great throws -- you'll never see a prettier pass than the 64-yarder to Jason Witten -- with some bone-headed plays. His interception to Darrelle Revis should've never been thrown and how was everyone except the quarterback ready for the snap with :08 ... More >>
Blogs
September 12, 2011
There is Good News Football Fans: Jason Witten Will Retire as a Cowboy
One day Jason Witten will go into the Cowboys' Ring of Honor. And likely the Pro Football Hall of Fame.But all we needed from him Sunday night in New York was a decent stiff-arm.Without one as a touchdown-generating exclamation point, the Cowboys collapsed in a kick-to-the-crotch, 27-24 loss ... More >>
Blogs
September 9, 2011
Whitt's End: 9.9.11
Whether you've reached the end of your rope or merely the end of your week, welcome to Whitt's End: *When Jerry Jones admits his team has to "walk before we can run," that's code for "rebuilding." 8-8. *The Jets may well kill the Cowboys Sunday, but aren't we glad Dallas isn't opening up ... More >>
News
September 8, 2011
Betting On the Cowboys is Not a Good idea
But it's probably no better than gambling on any other team, so go ahead and be a homer.
News
September 8, 2011
Football's Jason Garrett is a Football Coach Who Coaches Football
And that's about all he wants you to know.
News
September 8, 2011
Your 2011 Fantasy Cowboys*
*This advice is contingent on you promising never to root for your Fantasy Team over your Favorite Team.
News
September 8, 2011
The Road to 8-8: A Week-by-Week Look at the 2011 Cowboys
Because it wouldn't be a newspaper football preview without piss-in-the-wind game predictions.
News
September 8, 2011
Rob Ryan Sure Can Talk, But Can He Coach?
The stats say no. Here's hoping the stats lie.
News
September 8, 2011
Tony Romo's Make or Break Year
In the fickle world of NFL fandom, the Cowboys' QB has one more year to prove himself.
Blogs
September 8, 2011
Back To Football: Your 2011 Cowboys Preview
Zuma PressAccording to Forbes magazine, your Cowboys are the NFL's most valuable franchise at $1.85 billion. Second-wealthiest team on the planet behind only English soccer's Manchester United. They are also, in case you haven't noticed, in disarray. Chaotic. Disjointed. Injured. If not in a rebu ... More >>
Blogs
September 8, 2011
If You're a Cowboy$ Fan, on 9/11 Prepare to Cry. And Cringe.
Sunday night at MetLife Stadium the New York Jets will hand out American flags to every fan, and an ass-whipping to America's Team. Remember the part about not betting with your heart, but your head? This is a primo example. I want the Cowboys to win their NFL regular-season open ... More >>
Blogs
September 6, 2011
Bigger Isn't Always Better in Texas. Right, Cowboys' Offensive Line? Should We Fear for Tony Romo's Health? Again?
When Tony Romo was sacked by the Giants' Michael Boley last October 25 it broke his collar bone and effectively ended what was already a wobbly Cowboys' 2010 season. It was also, remember, the result of a missed blocking assignment by a rookie. Chris Gronkowski was part of Saturday's cuts b ... More >>
Blogs
September 5, 2011
Cowboys Roster Cuts: What We're Left With
In the final analysis the Cowboys kept nine rookies, four undrafted free agents, two kickers and zero fullbacks. If you saw that coming, raise your Labor Day hand. Didn't think so. We did foresee the departures of Igor Olshansky, Akwasi Owusu-Ansah and Montrae Holland, so not everythi ... More >>
Blogs
August 18, 2011
What Exactly Do the Cowboys Have in Running Back Felix Jones?
Is Felix Jones the man? Or just the man until DeMarco Murray becomes the man? Cowboys owner Jerry Jones said this week on his weekly radio show that he considers the fourth-year running back one of the keys to Dallas' season. "I expect Felix to have a really good season," Jones said. "A ... More >>
Blogs
August 17, 2011
Cowboys Preseason 8.17.11: My Top 10 Observer-ations
10. Backup quarterback Jon Kitna didn't practice for a second consecutive day on Tuesday because of a sore back yesterday. Move along, nothing to see here. (Fingers crossed.) 9. Owner Jerry Jones thinks running back Felix Jones is the key to the season: "If he's real good, we'll be real go ... More >>
Blogs
August 12, 2011
NFL Pre-Season Football -- Cowboys 24, Broncos 23: My Top 10 Observer-ations
10. When could you tell it was preseason? Late in the first half Broncos' quarterback Tim Tebow scrambled across field, broke two tackles and eventually threw a pass down to Dallas' 5. However, there were three -- count 'em three -- penalties on Denver. On the play safety Danny Church i ... More >>
Blogs
August 10, 2011
The Top 5 Storylines from 2011 Dallas Cowboys Training Camp
The Cowboys had exactly 10 practices in pads in San Antonio. In this weird, truncated preseason of NFL football, that makes a training camp. After a walkthrough this morning at The Alamodome, Dallas headed north and will tomorrow night begin its four-game exhibition season against the Bron ... More >>
Blogs
August 9, 2011
Needing OL Help, Cowboys Sniffing Around Former Local Star Brian Waters
Increasingly concerned that veteran Montrae Holland won't be the answer at right guard in 2011, the Cowboys have begun re-working their offensive line as training camp ends here in San Antonio after this afternoon's final padded practice at The Alamodome. Yesterday the Cowboys switched vete ... More >>
Blogs
August 9, 2011
2011 Dallas Cowboys Training Camp Day 14: My Top 10 Observer-ations
10. Total attendance at camp will soar over 90,000 after this afternoon's final open-to-the-public practice. The Cowboys have issued 279 media credentials for camp and on Monday Dallas mayor Mike Rawlings attended practice. The Cowboys' contract with the City of San Antonio is up after ... More >>
Blogs
August 5, 2011
Whitt's End: 8.5.11
Whether you've reached the end of your rope or merely the end of your week, welcome to Whitt's End:*Only at a Cowboys' training camp can you look on the sidelines one day and see the guys from Deadliest Catch and the next find a dork in an ill-fitting suit and bow tie. Yep, Pee Wee Her ... More >>
News
August 4, 2011
Hook, Line and Stinker: The Cowboys' Catch and Release of Nnamdi Asomugha
After an epic swing and miss at the NFL's No. 1 free agent, the Cowboys are off and crawling at training camp.
Blogs
August 4, 2011
2011 Dallas Cowboys Training Camp Day 9: My Top 10 Observer-ations
10. To accommodate the veterans who will practice with the team for the first time tonight and to give those fans who get off work later a chance to see their 'Boys, the team has moved its 2:30-5:30 practice this afternoon to 6:30-9:30 tonight at The Alamodome. Players like Doug Free an ... More >>
Blogs
August 3, 2011
Rob Ryan's National Story is a Non-Story
This is what happens when, for the first time in a long time, the Cowboys have no sexy new faces at training camp. Seems every player Dallas signs has already played with Dallas. The hottest topic in San Antonio is ... Tony Romo Dez Bryant Jay Ratliff's weight the Dallas heat. Non-stories ar ... More >>
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August 3, 2011
2011 Dallas Cowboys Training Camp Day 8: My Top 10 Observer-ations
10. Impressed yesterday that -- on a players day off -- 6th-round draft choice and receiver Dwayne Harris was running sprints and routes. All by his lonesome. 9. Mat McBriar isn't exactly Rob Ryan, but he's departing pudgy and heading toward fat. McBriar pulled his hamstring running in ... More >>
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