Tough assignment Week 1 for our rebuilt OL that is likely going to need some time to hit their stride. Especially in run blocking.
If elliot plays this is a tough game to win in Week 1 for us. If he doesn't I think we pull it out.
If Elliott plays the line should be higher. I don’t trust that the Giants have the horses on D to get off the field and we have questions at WR. The Cowboys front 7 is disruptive.
Bet the over in all the TE props. Witten will get his HOF induction reel even more fattened up with at least 100 receiving yards and not less than 3 TDS.
The Jerry and Zeke preseason dance was interesting, but it's probably close to being done. I think the 7 points is fair. But, if the Zeke signing is held up, I think we have a good shot at taking them.
Dallas to be excellent week 1 as all players, including the unsigned ones, are motivated to perform. It wouldn't surprise me if Dallas unravels as the year goes on due to locker room issues.
I think doubts about Prescott kept that line down. Now he’s an established NFL QB, and it’s the Giants who have an uncertain quarterback situation (at least for much of the betting public), plus no OBJ or his replacement.
people say Dallas is loaded on both sides of the ball, I really wonder where that comes from.
They are really overrated and had a pretty bad offseason.
Along the O-line they have Tyrone Smith, Zack Martin, Connor Williams, La'el Collins and I'm assuming Travis Frederick could be back.
Amari Cooper and Randall Cobb at WR with Zak Prescott pitching the ball and Ezekiel Elliott carrying the ball when he gets back.
There defensive line has been weakened but their linebacking trio of Sean Lee, Jaylon Smith and Leighton Vander Esch should make up for any deficiencies in the D-Line.
And their secondary looks pretty good to me with Anthony Brown and Chidobe Awuzie at CB.
I also have a tremendous amount of respect for their defensive coordinator Rod Marinelli.
people say Dallas is loaded on both sides of the ball, I really wonder where that comes from.
They are really overrated and had a pretty bad offseason.
Totally agree. Robert Quinn suspended for first 2 games. Randy Gregory suspended indefinitely. Zeke may or may not play, and even if he does, I'm not too concerned. He still has had NO reps with this offense during camp.
I think this team is a lot more physically tougher and talented in the secondary. And 7 points is a lot given the history of these two teams. They lost 36-35 last time they met and 20-13 in wk 2 of last season. Saquon Barkley is such a difference maker (and now with a rebuilt OL) I think this game is a lot closer than people think.
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Tough assignment Week 1 for our rebuilt OL that is likely going to need some time to hit their stride. Especially in run blocking.
If elliot plays this is a tough game to win in Week 1 for us. If he doesn't I think we pull it out.
If Elliott plays the line should be higher. I don’t trust that the Giants have the horses on D to get off the field and we have questions at WR. The Cowboys front 7 is disruptive.
When Elliott reaches his deal and it's announced he will play week 1, which is my expectation, that is the time to bet the Giants, imo.
people say Dallas is loaded on both sides of the ball, I really wonder where that comes from.
They are really overrated and had a pretty bad offseason.
Dallas has some pieces, and they should be tough down the stretch. At the start of the season, they have a lot of players who aren't game ready. So it will be interesting.
Solid team with a very good OL and defense. Not a perfect team but no one is perfect. Cohesive, solid coaching staff. Their window is open but you usually only get so many shots before something goes wrong or the window closes due to inevitable NFL roster attrition. Dallas has been pretty fortunate the last few years with regards to injury, no matter what anyone says. If Dallas stays healthy again they will be in the mix.
people say Dallas is loaded on both sides of the ball, I really wonder where that comes from.
They are really overrated and had a pretty bad offseason.
Along the O-line they have Tyrone Smith, Zack Martin, Connor Williams, La'el Collins and I'm assuming Travis Frederick could be back.
Amari Cooper and Randall Cobb at WR with Zak Prescott pitching the ball and Ezekiel Elliott carrying the ball when he gets back.
There defensive line has been weakened but their linebacking trio of Sean Lee, Jaylon Smith and Leighton Vander Esch should make up for any deficiencies in the D-Line.
And their secondary looks pretty good to me with Anthony Brown and Chidobe Awuzie at CB.
I also have a tremendous amount of respect for their defensive coordinator Rod Marinelli.
Just throwing names out doesn't mean they are stacked. Their LBs are probably the best in the league. Their DL is a mess for multiple reasons. Connor Williams and Collins have been disappointments. Everybody says they hope Dallas pays Dak as a top QB so adding him to the list of names that they are stacked is al little funny to me. Randall Cobb? Come on. You cannot be serious. Fredrick has dealt with some crazy stuff. Great player when healthy but that is an if like their DL being on the field.
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Gallup over Cobb. Hell, I like Gallup more than Cooper. Cooper has had a huge problem with drops and after his little run in Dallas where he put up some great games he came back down to earth really quick.
Very underrated coordinator. He made chicken salad out of chicken shit for years before Dallas improved their talent level on D especially with those LBs.
Solid team with a very good OL and defense. Not a perfect team but no one is perfect. Cohesive, solid coaching staff. Their window is open but you usually only get so many shots before something goes wrong or the window closes due to inevitable NFL roster attrition. Dallas has been pretty fortunate the last few years with regards to injury, no matter what anyone says. If Dallas stays healthy again they will be in the mix.
I agree think the spread should be higher .
With no Zeke it certainly would help with Zeke I think
they will cover .
This is going to be the first regular season game since.. Â
we were one of the worst teams in the league. From my perspective, we have to prove that we are better before we can start talking about whether this team has improved.
So, until further notice, Dallas being favored by 7 makes sense.
Side note:
1. our OL did not look good last week.
2. Communication on defense takes a while to develop.
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Dallas has stood pat with the lineup they had then, but we believe that we have make some significant improvements. The game must be played of course but we show indications of improving on that result. I guess we’ll have to wait and see...
Their DL is very physical with Antuan Woods and Maliek Collins. They expect Lawrence and Crawford to play against the Giants.
Hyder and Charlton have had very good preseasons. May have found a real gem in rookie Trysten Hill.
They will test the shit out of our revamped OL.
Their defense is not overrated with a plus from a great DC
7 points sounds right to me. We need to show we have improved
and it's a road game -- we looked visibly off on our fist road game this preseason -- particularly the offensive line -- but there were many sloppy gaffs --
I hope we beat them but it's going to be a real test of whether there has been any improvement in this team
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christ we could have had him and Tunsil (sp).
Jerrah takes chances and they pay off.
Jerry is the GM and OWNER. He’s not firing himself, so, yeah, Jerry gets to take chances that no other GM can afford to. Earth shattering info there...
If elliot plays this is a tough game to win in Week 1 for us. If he doesn't I think we pull it out.
If elliot plays this is a tough game to win in Week 1 for us. If he doesn't I think we pull it out.
If Elliott plays the line should be higher. I don’t trust that the Giants have the horses on D to get off the field and we have questions at WR. The Cowboys front 7 is disruptive.
They are really overrated and had a pretty bad offseason.
Probably will go up if the zeke situation gets resolved
Unless, our defense comes together, Elliott stays away....it could be a long day
We got a shot in this one.
No doubt that Dallas should be significant favorites, though.
They are really overrated and had a pretty bad offseason.
My exact thought!
They are really overrated and had a pretty bad offseason.
Along the O-line they have Tyrone Smith, Zack Martin, Connor Williams, La'el Collins and I'm assuming Travis Frederick could be back.
Amari Cooper and Randall Cobb at WR with Zak Prescott pitching the ball and Ezekiel Elliott carrying the ball when he gets back.
There defensive line has been weakened but their linebacking trio of Sean Lee, Jaylon Smith and Leighton Vander Esch should make up for any deficiencies in the D-Line.
And their secondary looks pretty good to me with Anthony Brown and Chidobe Awuzie at CB.
I also have a tremendous amount of respect for their defensive coordinator Rod Marinelli.
...along their D-line who is better than anything we have -- by a long shot. He's a 1-man wrecking crew.
Jerrah takes chances and they pay off.
They are really overrated and had a pretty bad offseason.
Totally agree. Robert Quinn suspended for first 2 games. Randy Gregory suspended indefinitely. Zeke may or may not play, and even if he does, I'm not too concerned. He still has had NO reps with this offense during camp.
I think this team is a lot more physically tougher and talented in the secondary. And 7 points is a lot given the history of these two teams. They lost 36-35 last time they met and 20-13 in wk 2 of last season. Saquon Barkley is such a difference maker (and now with a rebuilt OL) I think this game is a lot closer than people think.
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Tough assignment Week 1 for our rebuilt OL that is likely going to need some time to hit their stride. Especially in run blocking.
If elliot plays this is a tough game to win in Week 1 for us. If he doesn't I think we pull it out.
If Elliott plays the line should be higher. I don’t trust that the Giants have the horses on D to get off the field and we have questions at WR. The Cowboys front 7 is disruptive.
When Elliott reaches his deal and it's announced he will play week 1, which is my expectation, that is the time to bet the Giants, imo.
They are really overrated and had a pretty bad offseason.
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people say Dallas is loaded on both sides of the ball, I really wonder where that comes from.
They are really overrated and had a pretty bad offseason.
Along the O-line they have Tyrone Smith, Zack Martin, Connor Williams, La'el Collins and I'm assuming Travis Frederick could be back.
Amari Cooper and Randall Cobb at WR with Zak Prescott pitching the ball and Ezekiel Elliott carrying the ball when he gets back.
There defensive line has been weakened but their linebacking trio of Sean Lee, Jaylon Smith and Leighton Vander Esch should make up for any deficiencies in the D-Line.
And their secondary looks pretty good to me with Anthony Brown and Chidobe Awuzie at CB.
I also have a tremendous amount of respect for their defensive coordinator Rod Marinelli.
Just throwing names out doesn't mean they are stacked. Their LBs are probably the best in the league. Their DL is a mess for multiple reasons. Connor Williams and Collins have been disappointments. Everybody says they hope Dallas pays Dak as a top QB so adding him to the list of names that they are stacked is al little funny to me. Randall Cobb? Come on. You cannot be serious. Fredrick has dealt with some crazy stuff. Great player when healthy but that is an if like their DL being on the field.
I agree think the spread should be higher .
With no Zeke it certainly would help with Zeke I think
they will cover .
So, until further notice, Dallas being favored by 7 makes sense.
Side note:
1. our OL did not look good last week.
2. Communication on defense takes a while to develop.
Hyder and Charlton have had very good preseasons. May have found a real gem in rookie Trysten Hill.
They will test the shit out of our revamped OL.
Their defense is not overrated with a plus from a great DC
7 points sounds right to me. We need to show we have improved
I hope we beat them but it's going to be a real test of whether there has been any improvement in this team
Jerrah takes chances and they pay off.
What chance did Jerry take to get Collins? He signed there as a UDFA.
Jerrah takes chances and they pay off.
Jerry is the GM and OWNER. He’s not firing himself, so, yeah, Jerry gets to take chances that no other GM can afford to. Earth shattering info there...