Open Carry: Home Again
Yeaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaahhhhhhhhhhh!!!! MAN this feels good. It feels good to be writing again. It feels good to be back with these COWBOYS BABY!!! Aw man, I can’t express enough how dope it is to be back in the swings of things with a new Madden campaign but it’s even better with my favorite team.
Now that we’ve gotten that out the way, let’s get to business. This is “Open Carry”, the inside look into the Dallas Cowboys this cycle. I’ll be covering this team from a variety of angles and perspectives throughout M24 and I can’t wait for you all to join for the journey. We all know about the stars and premium names on the Cowboys, but there will be features done on the ‘Others’. The guys who bring it all together that make the 53-Man roster work. From their start in maybe youth football to their coming of age moment that led them to chasing their dreams. I’ll be diving deep and inviting you in for an experience unlike any other in our community.
So where do we start? We’re halfway through the first season of #MSR44 and there’s plenty we can catch up on and dive into. So let’s get to it …
- All roads lead through Tony Pollard: The RB, in his first season as the starter, has been the engine for the Dallas offense to begin M24. Averaging 7.5 ypc, the speedster has been every bit as valuable as he needed to be coming into this season. Additionally, he’s third on the team in receptions and a couple of TDs to add in that department. TP is a fierce weapon and will continue to be counted on as our schedule picks up down the stretch.
- Where in the world is Micah Parsons?: Despite his all-time ability to get to the QB, Mr. Parsons has just 3 sacks through the first half of the year. While he’s gotten close to QBs more than a lot this year, finishing the deal is essential to maximize this team’s success. With bigger matchups looming, there will be plenty of opportunities for Parsons to shine.
- Always Believe in the presence of ‘Fo (4): Despite the defense’s strong start to the campaign, the unquestioned leader of the team was struggling to begin the year as he. threw 10 INTs thru 7 games. Since then, he’s 9–0 TD/INT ratio. As the conductor of what we do each week, he has to be the steady hand we can lean on. There have been some errant throws that have led to bad results. But Prescott has everything we need to elevate to a Championship level. It’s all in the consistency.
- This Defense … This Defense is SPECIAL: What has been the real sight in Dallas has been the defense. I’m here to tell y’all, we here, this group is not for the games. With Stephon Gilmore on the opposite side of Trevon Diggs, the aerial piece is accounted for. We let our safeties at freely so it adds so much versatility in all areas of the field. LVE has been great in both pass and run support. Tied for the team lead in INTs (4), Vander Esch’s range has been great for us so far. The young guys up front in DE Sam Williams & Mazi Smith (3 sacks) are already emerging into serviceable threats in our front-7. CB Daron Bland has a TD this season, and S Jayron Kearse has been an unsung hero thru the first 10.
**Earning Season: Playoff Push’n
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With our biggest win of the season being over the Philly Eagles and Uce, our entire season is now set up for the stretch run. Our final seven opponents have a combined W/L record of 41–30, including two remaining against Taco and his division-leading Commandos (😭). Matchups against Miami, Philly and Buffalo highlight big opportunities to lock in and get critical victories.
Best believe I’m gonna be ready each and every week. We’ve been ballin these last few weeks and I’m ready for what’s next. It’s time to remind a lot of y’all what’s really good on these sticks and creatively. Tap in!
Other Notables:
- WR Jalen Tolbert is earning trust
- SS Israel Mukuamu is our future starter
- Trey Lance has shown great improvement in learning the offense
Until Next Time …
