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Mike Jenkins clarifies his point on latest blog post Troy Aikman makes first pitch with Padres Cowboys waive TE Hunt, C Spanos Homefield disadvantage for Cowboys? Cowboys fans not getting top bang for their big bucks More on Tony Romo-Tiger Woods matchup Tony Romo, Tiger Woods play 18 Categories
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July 3, 2009
For those wondering whether Mike Jenkins was cocky or confident when he blogged that he would be the starting right cornerback entering training camp, he says it's just confidence, in the lastest entry on his blog.  Comments (12) Leave comment
|  E-mail entryThe entry "Mike Jenkins clarifies his point on latest blog post" is tagged: cornerback , Dallas Cowboys , defensive backs , Mike Jenkins , Orlando Scandrick
...Is scheduled to air Sunday on ESPN. It is guaranteed to bring tears to your eyes. Comments (3) Leave comment
| E-mail entryThe entry "A Marion Barber moment..." is tagged: Sports Media Blog July 2, 2009
How'd he do? Let's just say he had much better success tossing the pigskin than he did the rawhide. The new co-owner of the Padres bounced the pitch in front of Chris Young, formerly of the Texas Rangers and a Dallas native. Aikman, who drew interest from the New York Mets coming out of high school 25 years ago, is an investor in the group headed by Jeff Moorad that has bought 35 percent of the Padres and has five years to buy the rest. Moorad used to be partners with Aikman's agent, Leigh Steinberg. Comments (12) Leave comment
| E-mail entryThe entry "Troy Aikman makes first pitch with Padres" is tagged: Dallas Cowboys , San Diego Padres , Troy Aikman
Our Brandon George reports that the Dallas Cowboys have waived Jamar Hunt, a rookie tight end out of UT-El Paso, and Matt Spanos, a center from Southern California. Comments (8) Leave comment
| E-mail entryThe entry "Cowboys waive TE Hunt, C Spanos" is tagged: Dallas Cowboys , Jamar Hunt , Matt Spanos , Southern California , UT-El Paso
The Cowboys open their new billion dollar palace in 2009 but the NFL did them no favors by scheduling the defending NFC East champion New York Giants for the home opener Sept. 20. The opponent will be tough enough for the Cowboys to overcome -- and recent NFL history may be even tougher. Three of the last four NFL teams to open new stadiums christened them with a loss: Indianapolis in 2008, Philadelphia in 2003 and Detroit in 2002. The 10 teams that have introduced new stadiums in the 2000 decade stand a humble 5-5 in home openers. Overall, the 32 NFL teams are 19-13 in the debut games of their current stadiums. The Cowboys were one of the winners, defeating the New England Patriots in the Texas Stadium opener in 1971. But the Giants owe the Cowboys one -- Dallas toppled New York, 24-14, in the first game in the Meadowlands in 1976. Comments (22) Leave comment
| E-mail entryThe entry "Homefield disadvantage for Cowboys?" is tagged: Cowboys Stadium , NFC East , NY Giants July 1, 2009
Who says? ESPN The Magazine that's who. See what the mag has to say about how the Cowboys and the other big-time Dallas pro franchises pay back fans right here: Comments (9) Leave comment
| E-mail entryThe entry "Cowboys fans not getting top bang for their big bucks" is tagged: Sports Media Blog
According to the D.C. Sports Bog, it appears that Tiger Woods gave Tony Romo two strokes for his round. Not surprisingly, it also appears that Romo's wallet might have been a little lighter after the round ended. Said Tiger: "Added to my spending fund, which was nice." Romo also managed at least one ironic fist pump while shouting "Come on!" which made Tiger smirk. (Photo by Associated Press) Comments (21) Leave comment
| E-mail entryThe entry "More on Tony Romo-Tiger Woods matchup" is tagged: Dallas Cowboys , Tiger Woods , Tony Romo
Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo has completed his round with Tiger Woods in the pro-am for the AT&T National at Congressional Country Club in Bethesda, Md. ESPN had a video report about it earlier today. There was some razzing from Washington Redskins fans along the course, but not too much - even with Washington QB Jason Campbell also playing in another group. And Jessica Simpson was there, singing the National Anthem during a military tribute. (Photo by The Associated Press) Comments (29) Leave comment
| E-mail entryThe entry "Tony Romo, Tiger Woods play 18" is tagged: Dallas Cowboys , Tony Romo
...On the NFL Network. If you have it and want to prove to your friends and kids that there were Cowboys teams that won in December and January you might like to see the schedule here. Comments (1) Leave comment
| E-mail entryThe entry "Glory Days revisted this weekend..." is tagged: Sports Media Blog June 30, 2009
This has been a fun day for me, working while on vacation. I'll leave you with this from NFL.com. It's a chat with Tony Romo. Comments (5) Leave comment
| E-mail entryThe entry "Finishing the Romo triple play" is tagged: Tony Romo
Last year, Tony Romo signed a big-time deal with apparel maker, Starter, as the brand tries to get back in the sports game. Starter is an official partner with the New York Yankees, which played a part in Romo's involvement with the Starlight Foundation. And remember the Cowboys and Yankees have paired up with Legends Hospitality Management this year, too. At the time of his deal, Romo's agreement with Reebok was coming to an end, and the quarterback liked the idea of being linked to a company with affordable clothing and shoes. Starter has an exclusive agreement to sell with Wal-Mart. Comments (3) Leave comment
| E-mail entryThe entry "Starter looking for jump from Tony Romo" is tagged: Tony Romo
I just got off the phone with Tony Romo, who is in New York for a function involving the Starlight Foundation at new Yankee Stadium. Romo is taking a 10-year-old boy, Ben, who has leukemia, to batting practice to fulfill his wish of meeting the Cowboys quarterback as well as some Yankees. Romo joked he would have a football with him to play catch with Ben, but not a baseball. "Most of the time I think I'm unimportant in a lot of ways so when you feel like you can influence someone and allow them to be happier, that really hits home," said Romo, who is in the process of setting up his foundation. "I think that's one area that many of us, myself included, who are in a position in the public eye need to help out more." Comments (10) Leave comment
| E-mail entryThe entry "Tony Romo in NYC, getting ready for Tiger" is tagged: Tiger Woods , Tony Romo
Tim MacMahon may be on vacation, but that doesn't mean he won't stop delivering Cowboys news to the masses as it happens. It appears that Mike Jenkins has been given the starting right cornerback position over Orlando Scandrick entering training camp. At least that what Jenkins is saying on his blog. "Heading into training camp I'm the starter at right cornerback, and my job is to maintain that position. I'm back in Florida training at IMG to get my body right, get my head right, be mentally ready heading into the season. ... Comments (27) Leave comment
| E-mail entryThe entry "Mike Jenkins: 'I'm the starter'" is tagged: Dallas Cowboys , Mike Jenkins , Orlando Scandrick
Want further proof that the NFC East is loaded? Sportsbook.com has updated its odds for winning Super Bowl XLIV, and its top three picks to represent the NFC in the title game are the New York Giants (10-1), the Dallas Cowboys (12-1) and the Philadelphia Eagles (12-1). Alas, the Washington Redskins trail the pack as a 40-1 pick. Last year's NFC representative - the Arizona Cardinals - are at 30-1. But if the odds are any indication of what will happen this upcoming NFL season, then just hand over the Lombardi Trophy to the New England Patriots. Bill Belichick's bunch are overwhelming favorites at 3.5-1. Trailing the Patriots on the AFC side are Pittsburgh (10-1), Indianapolis (12-1) and San Diego (12-1). The longest of longshots? If you guessed the lowly Detroit Lions, you are correct. But they have company. Also listed at 100-1 are the Oakland Raiders, St. Louis Rams and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Comments (15) Leave comment
| E-mail entryThe entry "Updated Super Bowl XLIV odds" is tagged: Dallas Cowboys , NFC East , Super Bowl
Another Cowboys wannabe bit the dust last night on the Spike TV show. It's down to three WRs and three DBs. Wink. Wink. Read all about it. Comments (8) Leave comment
| E-mail entryThe entry "'4th and Long' -- Week 7's show report" is tagged: Sports Media Blog June 29, 2009
While not much is happening on the field for the Dallas Cowboys, the three players that compose 75 percent of the heavy metal group Free Reign continue to make headlines off it. Here's another concert review from last Saturday's show at the House of Blues. The group, saying it's the last show they'll play before training camp begins, also offers deep insight into how they came across the band's name. Comments (0) Leave comment
| E-mail entryThe entry "Free Reign reviews continue to pour in ..." is tagged: Dallas Cowboys , Free Reign
The Associated Press has reported that the Supreme Court agreed Monday to decide whether the National Football League and its 32 teams can enter an exclusive licensing deal with a maker of team jerseys and other gear without violating federal antitrust law. The court said it will hear an appeal from American Needle Inc., of Buffalo Grove, Ill., that challenges an agreement the NFL struck with Reebok International Ltd. American Needle had been one of many firms that manufactured NFL headgear until the league granted an exclusive contract to Reebok in 2001. FYI, for the past two seasons, the Dallas Cowboys have been the top-selling NFL team for merchandise on NFLShop.com based on units sold from April 1-December 31. For more on the story, go here. Comments (5) Leave comment
| E-mail entryThe entry "Supreme Court takes case over licensing of NFL apparel" has no entry tags.
Just noticed a book by former Dallas Morning News writer Bob St. John about the 1971 Cowboys on ebay and we recently had a story of a true blue Cowboys fan who had his stuff stolen, and it got me to thinking. Recently my dad gave me a seat license in a frame from the first year of Texas Stadium (we grew up in Irving and got first dibs). We had season tickets for a while, so it brought back great memories. Heck, the 30-minute review of Super Bowl VI on my DVR is worth more to me than most of the stuff I've got. What is your most valuable Cowboys item? I don't mean expensive, but important to you. Sorry in advance if the subject's already been addressed here. Comments (67) Leave comment
| E-mail entryThe entry "MVP: Most Valuable Possession" is tagged: cowboys , memorabilia , stuff June 28, 2009
Despite the devastating news delivered below by Tim "Eagle Eye" MacMahon. The show must go on. Here's a look at Monday night's episode and some thoughts on the Alouettes' pickup. Oh Canada. Big sigh. Comments (3) Leave comment
| E-mail entryThe entry "'4th and Long' -- Week 7 preview" is tagged: Sports Media Blog June 27, 2009
If you want to know which 4th and Long contestant is in a CFL team's camp, follow the jump. Those who don't want the show's suspense ruined should go on about their weekends. Comments (26) Leave comment
| E-mail entryThe entry "'4th and Long' spoiler: One of the favorites has joined a CFL team" is tagged: 4th and Long June 26, 2009
Looks like Terrell Owens and super model Joanna Krupa are back on ABC's Superstars. Here's the scoop: Comments (10) Leave comment
| E-mail entryThe entry "What would the end of the week be without another T.O. video?" is tagged: Sports Media Blog
I'm starting to get the feeling that the constant references to Roy Williams as a coachable wide receiver annoy some of you folks. Let's be clear: I didn't put the label on Williams. He gave it to himself. I first heard him refer to himself as a coachable wide receiver when asked about his role the day after the loss in Pittsburgh. What a coincidence that the receivers marched into Jason Garrett's office to discuss Tony Romo's tendency to throw the ball to Jason Witten that very same day. It's become a catchphrase for Williams. One of his better uses of it came when he was complaining about the Cowboys' simple offensive scheme during his day of therapy on Super Bowl radio row. Comments (68) Leave comment
| E-mail entryThe entry "Let's compromise on coachable WR references" is tagged: Jason Garrett
Will the Cowboys be better without T.O.? This might shock you, but T.O. seems skeptical of that. "Three teams have said that," T.O. said. "You can see what I did with the teams, and you can see what the teams have done without me." The 49ers went 7-9 and had the league's fifth-ranked offense during T.O.'s last season in San Francisco. They went 2-14 and had the 26th-ranked offense after he left. Comments (22) Leave comment
| E-mail entryThe entry "The post-T.O. dropoff" is tagged: Donovan McNabb , Jeff Garcia , Jerry Jones , Ken Dorsey , Mike McMahon , Philadelphia Eagles , San Francisco 49ers , Tim Rattay
The waiting room at the Johnson City Medical Center in Tennessee will be renamed in Jason Witten's honor at a ceremony today. Witten, an Elizabethton, Tenn., native, made a donation to the hospital and the waiting room has been decorated with memorabilia from his college and pro career. Earlier this off-season a learning center in east Dallas was named in Witten's honor as part of a donation made by his SCORE foundation. Comments (9) Leave comment
| E-mail entryThe entry "Jason Witten honored by Tenn. hospital" is tagged: Jason Witten
Fire away with your questions. I'll start answering at noon and go 90 minutes before handing the baton to Mike Heika on our Stars blog (shameless plug for hockey/football crossover fans). Comments (30) Leave comment
| E-mail entryThe entry "Let's talk Cowboys: Live chat at noon" has no entry tags. |
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