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  • 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.

  • Blogs

    June 21, 2011

    The Top 10 Lamest "Rivalries" in Sports

    ​As I watched Mitch Moreland's gargantuan, 472-foot homer sail into the soon-to-be stormy June night, I was reminded that the Rangers-Astros' fight should be stopped on account of inhumane bludgeonry. Moreland's blast -- tied for third-longest in baseball this season -- capped an 8-3 Texas c ... More >>

  • Blogs

    April 20, 2011

    Cowboys' 2011 Schedule: 5 National TV Appearances; 10 Wins?

    ​It's like knowing what you're getting for Christmas. Being able to shake the gift-wrapped present for confirmation. But then having to wait for what feels like forever to actually open it. It's the NFL schedule, this year the ultimate tease. With the lockout mired in mediation and the NFL Dra ... More >>

  • Blogs

    January 19, 2011

    Where - Exactly - the Dallas Cowboys Season Went Wrong

      Was pondering the disappointing Dallas Cowboys season and I decided to come up with one of my patented Top 10 lists that you guys are so fond of despise. Looking for the season's crossroads plays, I got out my schedule and started thinking about the opener in Washington Sunday night, S ... More >>

  • Blogs

    December 20, 2010

    Cowboys Beat Skins 33-30, But Near Loss Lowers Jason Garrett's Stock

    ​(With Richie Whitt on vacation for the next two weeks, Dallas Observer staff writer Sam Merten has graciously agreed to pitch in. Commenters, on your mark...) Long before the Cowboys' playoff chances were officially toast, this season felt doomed from the beginning. The devastating 13-7 loss to ... More >>

  • Blogs

    December 15, 2010

    Keith Brooking Isn't Ready to Retire

    In a related story, Dallas Cowboys fans respectfully disagree. Well, don't we? Brooking says he has something left in the tank, but we all saw him blocked out of the play - hell, out of the picture - on the Eagles' clock-killing, game-winning drive last Sunday. I've seen - and heard - enough from B ... More >>

  • Blogs

    October 25, 2010

    Cowboys v. Giants: Win Tonight. Or Else.

    ​October victories: Texas Rangers 8, Dallas Cowboys 0. This is better be the week the Cowboys stop making mistakes and start salvaging their 2010 season. In going 1-4 they have committed 62 penalties and forced only four takeaways. (Giants' defensive lineman Osi Umenyiora has forced ... More >>

  • Blogs

    October 14, 2010

    Hey, Look, it's a UFO! No, Actually, it's an Even Weirder Sight: Mike Modano, Detroit Red Wing

    ​Hell hath officially frozen over. In Arlington, the Texas Rangers are still playing baseball. And in Dallas, Stars fans are now cheering for the Detroit Red Wings. Well, at least one of them. The Stars, off to a 2-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0 start or whatever the hell it is these days in the NHL, play ... More >>

  • Blogs

    September 28, 2010

    You Are Now Free to Believe in Doug

    ​Watched some Packers-Bears on Monday Night Football last night and it hit me how good Cowboys' left tackle Doug Free has been this season. How's that you ask? Bears' defensive lineman Julius Peppers was all over the field in Chicago's 20-17 win. (By the way, when their opponents have the bal ... More >>

  • News

    September 23, 2010

    Dallas Cowboy Fans: Be patient. Your winless team is about to come to life.

    ​Watched some Packers-Bears on Monday Night Football last night and it hit me how good Cowboys' left tackle Doug Free has been this season. How's that you ask? Bears' defensive lineman Julius Peppers was all over the field in Chicago's 20-17 win. (By the way, when their opponents have the bal ... More >>

  • Blogs

    September 19, 2010

    Bears 27, Cowboys 20: My Top 10 Observations

    ​10. If I told you that Team A had edges over Team B in yards (410-308), plays (71-49) and time of possession (33:40-26:20) while holding its opponent to 1 of 11 on third downs and producing a special teams touchdown, you'd probably say that Team A had a 90-percent chance of wi ... More >>

  • Blogs

    September 16, 2010

    Cowboys' Defense: Tough, But No Turnovers

    ​Hard to be persnickety about a defense that didn't allow a touchdown in the season opener, but at some point the Dallas Cowboys' pressure has to translate into points. Right? Continuing a troubling trend from 2009, the Cowboys harassed Washington quarterback Donovan McNabb and generally suff ... More >>

  • Blogs

    September 13, 2010

    Redskins 13, Cowboys 7: My Top 10 Observations

    ​10. Cruel. The Cowboys fans in my house erupted in ecstasy as Roy Williams caught what appeared to be the game-winning touchdown, only to seconds later be stabbed in the heart by agony in the form of Alex Barron's game-ending holding penalty. Cruel, but fair. Lots of crap to talk about with ... 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).

    ​10. Cruel. The Cowboys fans in my house erupted in ecstasy as Roy Williams caught what appeared to be the game-winning touchdown, only to seconds later be stabbed in the heart by agony in the form of Alex Barron's game-ending holding penalty. Cruel, but fair. Lots of crap to talk about with ... More >>

  • Blogs

    September 8, 2010

    Cowboys-Redskins: The Top 10 Games

    ​Ain't what it used to be.   To me the Philadelphia Eagles and New York Giants rank ahead of the Washington Redskins as the Dallas Cowboys' most fierce rival these days. While the Cowboys have played the Eagles and Giants in playoffs games the last couple years, I don't recall the last t ... More >>

  • Blogs

    June 22, 2010

    Mike Modano: OUR Star Could Become THEIR Star

    ​After saying that he's 75-percent leaning toward not retiring and playing hockey again next season, all-time star of the Dallas Stars Mike Modano is now thinking the unthinkable - putting on the sweater of another team. Mike Modano, Detroit Red Wings? Criiiiiiiiiiinge. It's still a situ ... More >>

  • Blogs

    May 25, 2010

    Ex-NFL Greats Say It's 1982 All Over Again While Pumping Billy Joe DuPree's New Book

    Sam MertenBilly Joe DuPree points to Emmitt Smith's quote on the cover of his new book. We knew it was time to bolt when we noticed DuPree's keys in his hand.​A small group of former NFL players scheduled a press conference this morning to question the NFL Players Association leadership and co ... More >>

  • Blogs

    December 28, 2009

    Wowboys 17, Deadskins 0: My Top 10 Observations

    ​10. I'm not ready to pronounce it Doomsday III just yet, but that's some impressive defense being played by your Dallas Cowboys. The team's first shutout in six years on the heels of holding the San Diego Chargers and New Orleans Saints to a combined 37 points? Two games against the Washingt ... More >>

  • Blogs

    December 21, 2009

    Wowboys 24, Aints 17: My Top 10 Observations

    ​Okay, I'm technically on vacation. But I know the drill. When a dude predicts the Cowboys will lose 45-10 and is flat dead ass wrong, he needs to show up to take his Season's Beatings. Right? So here I am, take your best shot. FYI, I like my crow with a cup of gumbo. 10. Wholly Guacamole!!! ... More >>

  • News

    December 3, 2009

    Fighting Off The Ghost of Decembers Past, The Dallas Cowboys Are About To Save Their Best For Last

    ​Okay, I'm technically on vacation. But I know the drill. When a dude predicts the Cowboys will lose 45-10 and is flat dead ass wrong, he needs to show up to take his Season's Beatings. Right? So here I am, take your best shot. FYI, I like my crow with a cup of gumbo. 10. Wholly Guacamole!!! ... More >>

  • Blogs

    November 23, 2009

    The Top 10 Ugliest Wins That Felt Like Losses in the History of Your Dallas Cowboys

    ​The Washington Redskins suck. Furthermore, they were playing without running back Clinton Portis, tight end Chris Cooley, two starting offensive linemen and stud defensive playmaker Albert Haynesworth. That's what makes yesterday's 7-6 escape by the Dallas Cowboys so damn fugly. A ... More >>

  • Blogs

    October 27, 2009

    NFL Quarterback Rankings: Week 8

    ​Like the BCS, style points count. So do geeky, black-and-white stats such as touchdowns and quarterback rating. Wins and losses? Definitely. Leadership? Uh-huh. When it comes to my weekly NFL Quarterback Rankings - if I had one of those little encircled R's to signify a trademarked ... More >>

  • Blogs

    October 20, 2009

    NFL Quarterback Rankings: Week 7

    ​Like the BCS, style points count. So do geeky, black-and-white stats such as touchdowns and quarterback rating. Wins and losses? Definitely. Leadership? Uh-huh. When it comes to my weekly NFL Quarterback Rankings - if I had one of those little encircled R's to signify a trademarked ... More >>

  • Blogs

    October 19, 2009

    The Dallas Cowboys' Best Week of the Season

    The NFC Least, if not for just one Sunday. ​Just like that, 3-2 doesn't look so bad. Bye not playing yesterday, the Dallas Cowboys got better. Head coach Wade Phillips got smarter. Tony Romo became more accurate. Their standing in the NFC greatly improved. Because while you were at the ... More >>

  • News

    August 6, 2009

    The Dallas Diesel Give Football Has-Beens and Hopefuls One More Shot at the Gridiron

    The NFC Least, if not for just one Sunday. ​Just like that, 3-2 doesn't look so bad. Bye not playing yesterday, the Dallas Cowboys got better. Head coach Wade Phillips got smarter. Tony Romo became more accurate. Their standing in the NFC greatly improved. Because while you were at the ... More >>

  • Blogs

    December 17, 2008

    The Top 10 Most Memorable Moments in the History of Grand Ol' Texas Stadium

      Fittingly, the stadium with the hole in the roof - so God could watch his favorite football team, duh - was christened by a 10-day Billy Graham crusade. A month later - Oct. 24, 1971 - Texas Stadium opened for Cowboys' business. Come Saturday night, the ol' joint at Loop 12 and Highway ... More >>

  • Blogs

    November 21, 2008

    You Betcha: Week 13

    Something I never envisioned typing along my life’s journey: Thank you, Martellus Bennett. But because of the backup tight end’s athletic, dramatic touchdown grab in Washington last week I’m still in bidness. Barely. Down a cool $7,500 this season, but in better shape than the poo ... More >>

  • News

    November 20, 2008

    Cowboys Are Back on Track

    With a gutsy win in Washington the Cowboys saved their season and restored our hope. Now what?

  • Blogs

    November 16, 2008

    Cowboys 14, Redskins 10

    The Cowboys season was saved by ... Martellus Bennett?! You shittin' me? With one foot in the grave, the Dallas Cowboys not only climbed out of a death-trap deficit tonight in Washington but also resurrected their season. Admit it, with Tony Romo short-arming wobblers and Wade Phillips’ ... More >>

  • Blogs

    November 14, 2008

    You Betcha: Week 12

    Lee Trevino always says pressure isn’t trying to make a putt to win The Masters. “Pressure,” he maintains, “is trying to make a putt for a $10 bet with only $5 in your pocket.” I feel ya, Merry Mex. Unfortunately, I feel ya loud and clear. With my gas tank on “E” and ... More >>

  • Blogs

    November 12, 2008

    Dallas Cowboys Are No. 1! At Least in Something.

    Lee Trevino always says pressure isn’t trying to make a putt to win The Masters. “Pressure,” he maintains, “is trying to make a putt for a $10 bet with only $5 in your pocket.” I feel ya, Merry Mex. Unfortunately, I feel ya loud and clear. With my gas tank on “E” and ... More >>

  • Blogs

    November 10, 2008

    The Top 10 Most Memorable Cowboys-Redskins Games

    Lee Trevino always says pressure isn’t trying to make a putt to win The Masters. “Pressure,” he maintains, “is trying to make a putt for a $10 bet with only $5 in your pocket.” I feel ya, Merry Mex. Unfortunately, I feel ya loud and clear. With my gas tank on “E” and ... More >>

  • Blogs

    November 4, 2008

    NFL Quarterback Rankings: Week 10

    Lee Trevino always says pressure isn’t trying to make a putt to win The Masters. “Pressure,” he maintains, “is trying to make a putt for a $10 bet with only $5 in your pocket.” I feel ya, Merry Mex. Unfortunately, I feel ya loud and clear. With my gas tank on “E” and ... More >>

  • Blogs

    September 30, 2008

    NFL Quarterback Rankings: Week 5

    Lee Trevino always says pressure isn’t trying to make a putt to win The Masters. “Pressure,” he maintains, “is trying to make a putt for a $10 bet with only $5 in your pocket.” I feel ya, Merry Mex. Unfortunately, I feel ya loud and clear. With my gas tank on “E” and ... More >>

  • Blogs

    September 29, 2008

    Redskins 26, Cowboys 24: From the Couch

    Lee Trevino always says pressure isn’t trying to make a putt to win The Masters. “Pressure,” he maintains, “is trying to make a putt for a $10 bet with only $5 in your pocket.” I feel ya, Merry Mex. Unfortunately, I feel ya loud and clear. With my gas tank on “E” and ... More >>

  • Blogs

    September 29, 2008

    Redskins 26, Cowboys 24: Blame Game

    Lee Trevino always says pressure isn’t trying to make a putt to win The Masters. “Pressure,” he maintains, “is trying to make a putt for a $10 bet with only $5 in your pocket.” I feel ya, Merry Mex. Unfortunately, I feel ya loud and clear. With my gas tank on “E” and ... More >>

  • Blogs

    September 26, 2008

    You Betcha: Week 5

    Lee Trevino always says pressure isn’t trying to make a putt to win The Masters. “Pressure,” he maintains, “is trying to make a putt for a $10 bet with only $5 in your pocket.” I feel ya, Merry Mex. Unfortunately, I feel ya loud and clear. With my gas tank on “E” and ... More >>

  • Blogs

    September 2, 2008

    That ’70s Show

    Lee Trevino always says pressure isn’t trying to make a putt to win The Masters. “Pressure,” he maintains, “is trying to make a putt for a $10 bet with only $5 in your pocket.” I feel ya, Merry Mex. Unfortunately, I feel ya loud and clear. With my gas tank on “E” and ... More >>

  • Blogs

    July 3, 2008

    God Bless America. And Sports.

    Lee Trevino always says pressure isn’t trying to make a putt to win The Masters. “Pressure,” he maintains, “is trying to make a putt for a $10 bet with only $5 in your pocket.” I feel ya, Merry Mex. Unfortunately, I feel ya loud and clear. With my gas tank on “E” and ... More >>

  • Blogs

    November 19, 2007

    T.O. 28, Redskins 23

    Lee Trevino always says pressure isn’t trying to make a putt to win The Masters. “Pressure,” he maintains, “is trying to make a putt for a $10 bet with only $5 in your pocket.” I feel ya, Merry Mex. Unfortunately, I feel ya loud and clear. With my gas tank on “E” and ... More >>

  • Blogs

    September 10, 2007

    Dynamic Debut

    Lee Trevino always says pressure isn’t trying to make a putt to win The Masters. “Pressure,” he maintains, “is trying to make a putt for a $10 bet with only $5 in your pocket.” I feel ya, Merry Mex. Unfortunately, I feel ya loud and clear. With my gas tank on “E” and ... More >>

  • Blogs

    January 8, 2007

    How the Dallas Cowboys Changed Jerry Ford's Life

    Lee Trevino always says pressure isn’t trying to make a putt to win The Masters. “Pressure,” he maintains, “is trying to make a putt for a $10 bet with only $5 in your pocket.” I feel ya, Merry Mex. Unfortunately, I feel ya loud and clear. With my gas tank on “E” and ... More >>

  • Blogs

    November 7, 2006

    Coulda Been Worse

    Lee Trevino always says pressure isn’t trying to make a putt to win The Masters. “Pressure,” he maintains, “is trying to make a putt for a $10 bet with only $5 in your pocket.” I feel ya, Merry Mex. Unfortunately, I feel ya loud and clear. With my gas tank on “E” and ... More >>

  • Blogs

    September 18, 2006

    Somber Success

    Lee Trevino always says pressure isn’t trying to make a putt to win The Masters. “Pressure,” he maintains, “is trying to make a putt for a $10 bet with only $5 in your pocket.” I feel ya, Merry Mex. Unfortunately, I feel ya loud and clear. With my gas tank on “E” and ... More >>

  • Calendar

    September 14, 2006

    Battle Royale

    The Cowboys take on the Redskins

  • News

    September 29, 2005

    Invinci-Bill

    Exactly why is Parcells Dallas' dictator?

  • Calendar

    December 23, 2004

    Ball Games

    Poker and Monday Night Football go hand in hand at Firewater

  • News

    September 25, 2003

    Kick Ace

    Billy Cundiff's performance was great. So why do I hate him?

  • Culture

    December 14, 2000

    A Love-Hate Thing

    If our columnist knew what it meant, he would say he's experiencing Schadenfreude

  • Culture

    December 31, 1998

    Anywhere but here

    1998 was a great year for sports...just not in Dallas

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