An early look at the NFC race, the Cowboys having the best conference record so far at 7-1 when comes to tiebreakers. Then a deep dive into this slumping offense, the lack of scoring in the red zone driving the OC crazy and much of this touchdown drought caused by the inability to effectively run the football, simple as that. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The defense saves the day for the Cowboys Sunday against Washington, drawing within a couple of wins and at least one loss by both WFT and Philly from clinching the NFC East title. Impact of that defensive front, congrats to Everson’s half-marathon finish, what’s wrong with this offense and a few Jimmy stories on Victory Monday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What Mike said, what Ron Rivera had to say, but considered kid stuff compared to where this hot rivalry once was. Mickey sends early Christmas gifts to the guys, the book he co-wrote back in 1997, “America’s Rivalry,” on the Cowboys-Washington history. Then of course, picks and picks to click. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Thank you very much Mike McCarthy, not mincing words when speaking about starting this final five-game stretch against Washington, the WFT trying to win three straight over the Cowboys since four consecutively in late ‘80s, Everson pointing out how one of those was a replacement game, creating a jog down memory lane. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
For the first time in the month of December, the crew is all back together again, diving into the Cowboys offensive woes, identifying the root of the problems, a brief health update, Bill giving us the Tom Landry Award winners and an extensive look at the lack of continuity on an offensive line that needs fixin’ in a hurry. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Seems like it’s been forever since the last Mick Shots, but Everson and Mickey were back at it following the Cowboys victory over the Saints. Nothing wrong with an “ugly” win, and the guys provide historical visual evidence. Big plays were the diet against the Saints, but also pointing out what needs to improve. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Not exactly like Fabulous Football Friday, but a facsimile of since the Cowboys face the Saints Thursday night. Extensive injury and COVID update, with a combined coaches and players totaling 10 still in COVID protocol and how the Cowboys compensate. A quick look at the 5-6 Saints and then time already for picks and picks to click. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Seemed like a year since the last Mick Shots, so the guys packed in a lot today, starting with the COVID outbreak that now includes head coach Mike McCarthy and just who is taking over running the team in practice and the offensive line. And at last, get Thursday’s Flag Fest off their chests. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
First, the highly anticipated injury report, who’s in and who soon will be in. Then a tribute to the memory of Markus Paul, Cowboys strength and conditioning coach who passed away exactly a year ago this Thanksgiving Day. Then the importance of the offensive line, receivers getting off man coverage and of course picks and picks to click. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Time to turn attention to the Raiders on Thanksgiving Day, so extensive injury updates, including Jerry Jones take on Amari Cooper lost to Reserve/ COVID-19. Most think Cowboys need to run more, but bottom line is they need to run more effectively. And Jason Garrett the Giants fall guy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Not much went right for the Cowboys in their 19-9 loss to Kansas City, so Everson and Mickey break down the second loss in three games, pointing out this is the NFL today with no teams dominating for an extended period of time. Offensive line struggles, too many injuries and a defense playing well enough to win. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Was a Fabulous Football Friday until finding out after our podcast WR Amari Cooper has been placed on Reserve/COVID-19, throwing shade on the show’s frivolity. But the guys explain why the Cowboys made the move to Connor McGovern at guard, the questionable status of Tyron Smith, Jerry’s duck calls and those picks and to click. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Pretty loose start to the podcast on Thursday, but the guys finally straightened up to provide an injury report, a look at the offensive line, a little on that Kansas City defensive front seven and then got around to picking their most improved players on offense and defense. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Enough about the win over Atlanta, it’s on to Kansas City, not only talking about Patrick Mahomes, but also the receiving threats of Tyreek Hill and Travis Kelce. An early weather report and the play of Dorance Armstrong and Anthony Brown on a defense bracing for a huge test. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The guys were all over the place today, talking about the team and players moving on up in statistical categories, history of Sam Huff, Family Affairs, a little Big 12 update, that Cowboys improving defense, talk of penalties, and Christmas at The Star. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The guys recap the Cowboys bounce back win over the Atlanta Falcons and debate if that was their statement win of the season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Cowboys must guard against panicking after their six-game winning streak came to an end, and the guys agreeing with head coach Mike McCarthy, there is no such thing as a “good loss.” A new style of Bingo, the DCC’s 60th Anniversary reunion and of course, the ever-popular picks and to click. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
It pours when it comes to the Cowboys injury situation, the guys discussing DE Randy Gregory likely out for multiple games with a calf strain and how the Cowboys adjust. Then a new kicker, Tyron still out, along with DeMarcus Lawrence and Neville Gallimore. How to cover TER Kyle Pitts and anticipating Atlanta slinging the ball around. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Without Bill, Everson and Mickey held down the fort as the Cowboys returned to practice, knowing they were going to have a kicking contest with Greg Zuerlein placed on COVID/Reserve. Also COVID problems in Green Bay and Minnesota, along with the Cowboys third-down problems on offense and defense. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The guys continue examining what went wrong Sunday, a little McCarthy-Fangio rivalry, a couple prime stat shots from Mickey, how these hosts have been kicked out coaching rec games and even some time for Christmas preparation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Week 9 in the NFL turned crazy, with weird results, and unfortunately the Cowboys were part of this “Any Given Sunday” world. The guys examine the effects of not converting fourth downs, what happened to Dak and a defense reverting back to some old ways. Just nothing seemed to go right against the Broncos. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fabulous Football Friday kicks off with the old fight song, _Cowboys Stampede March_, followed by Roger in the building, the meaning of Tony Dorsett for head coach Mike McCarthy, historical significance of beating the Broncos, some line dancing and of course picks and picks to click. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
While the guys seemed assured that Dak Prescott would return for Sunday’s game against Denver, another slice of adversity has popped up, Mike McCarthy saying Pro Bowl left tackle Tyron Smith would “be hard pressed” to play this week. So, who goes to left tackle? And of course, a little roster shuffle. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Predicting no action at the trade deadline, guys recall the biggest trade deadline move in Cowboys history, how Randy Gregory has taken more of a leadership role, breaking news of Packers cutting Jaylon Smith and what might happens at left tackle if Tyron Smith’s bone spur sidelines him. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Another Victory Monday, more great performances, defense stands out, maybe the best win of the season, but the guys could not spend enough time talking about Cooper Rush, taking over for the injured Dak Prescott and in his first NFL start in his fourth year, driving the Cowboys to a sixth straight win. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
With Halloween looming, the guys got into some NFL Halloween game records, then the Cards-Packs Thursday night, of course their feeling on what’s up with Dak, if he plays or not, and had a tough time picking a winner for Sunday night’s game against the Vikings, plus, as always, that Pick to Click. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Talk of Dak Prescott’s availability dominated the discussion, heeding head coach Mike McCarthy’s cautious stance looking at the big picture, not just this game Sunday against the Vikings. Also, what’s up with La’el Collins and would it make sense if the Cowboys indeed move him to guard. And beware picking up the older player. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The gang’s all here, Everson rejoining the show, and giving great insight to what Dak was able to do in the open portion of practice, along with Terence Steele still working with the first team at right tackle, even though La’el Collins has returned from suspension. And beware the Vikings. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Talk about an eclectic show, Bill and Mickey discuss needing two TVs going in the same room, MNF once again proving how important the quarterback position is, a little Dak update and all the roster moves the Cowboys are making with injured players set to return. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Cowboys returned to The Star on Monday, and so did Mick Shots, making up for lost time, able to give a quick update on a Dak sighting, other players likely returning to practice and the importance of quarterbacks in the NFL. Then a little Jayron Kearse and the Big Nickel, along with a position to think about. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
