Saturday, December 31, 2005
Well, tomorrow will either be the beginning of something special, or the end of something close. while it's not likely that either Carolina or Washington will lose, it certainly is possible.
I just have to keep hope alive.
Stay tuned...
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I just have to keep hope alive.
Stay tuned...
Monday, December 26, 2005
Big news from Arlington and Valley Ranch tonight.
The Rangers have landed free-agent pitcher Kevin Millwood, according to Ft. Worth Star-Telegram reporter T.R. Sullivan. Also, according to the Dallas Morning News, embittered kicker Billy Cundiff was released by the Cowboys and replaced with rookie Shaun Suisham.
Last season, Millwood was 9-11 for the Cleveland Indians last year but also led the American League with a 2.86 ERA. He will likely be the Opening Day starting pitcher for Texas. The acquisition of Millwood gives the Rangers a much more formative rotation. Following him, the Rangers will have newly acquired Vincente Padilla and Adam Eaton, followed by Kameron Loe and Juan Dominguez.
Quite an improvement from last year.
As I predicted Saturday night, Cundiff was released for his poor performances over the last month. Ironically, in his first game back after missing the first half of the season, kicked a franchise record 56-yard field goal. However, since then, he missed a possible 34-yard game-winner against Denver, another against Washington, and two more against Carolina the second one was called back for running into the kicker).
Read the stories here.
Rangers land starter Millwood
Cowboys release Cundiff
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The Rangers have landed free-agent pitcher Kevin Millwood, according to Ft. Worth Star-Telegram reporter T.R. Sullivan. Also, according to the Dallas Morning News, embittered kicker Billy Cundiff was released by the Cowboys and replaced with rookie Shaun Suisham.
Last season, Millwood was 9-11 for the Cleveland Indians last year but also led the American League with a 2.86 ERA. He will likely be the Opening Day starting pitcher for Texas. The acquisition of Millwood gives the Rangers a much more formative rotation. Following him, the Rangers will have newly acquired Vincente Padilla and Adam Eaton, followed by Kameron Loe and Juan Dominguez.
Quite an improvement from last year.
As I predicted Saturday night, Cundiff was released for his poor performances over the last month. Ironically, in his first game back after missing the first half of the season, kicked a franchise record 56-yard field goal. However, since then, he missed a possible 34-yard game-winner against Denver, another against Washington, and two more against Carolina the second one was called back for running into the kicker).
Read the stories here.
Rangers land starter Millwood
Cowboys release Cundiff
Sunday, December 25, 2005
Dallas Cowboys...............................24
Carolina Panthers............................20
I will say this for the Cowboys, they don't quit. After the shellacking they took against the Redskins last week, beating the Panthers at home - in a game Carolina needed to win - proved to me that the Washington debacle was the exception and not the norm.
It was great to see.
I could sit here and list the things the Cowboys need in order to reach the next level, but now I can delay it for at least another week. In fact, I truly believe that the eight NFC teams that still have playoff aspirations are very equal. Judging by their games against the Giants, Seahawks, Redskins and Panthers, the 'Boys were all but but one of those games until the end.
However, when it comes to post-season play, home-field advantage is huge. Although, oddly enough, the last time the both conference first-seeds went to the Super Bowl was in 1993, when Dallas beat Buffalo the second time.
Now, for the Cowboys to even have a chance to go, they must receive help from other teams. The Bears must win one of their games (against 3-11 Green Bay or 8-6 Minnesota) and Washington or Carolina loses (9-6 Washington plays at 5-10 Philadelphia and 10-5 Carolina goes to 8-7 Atlanta). Of course, none of it matters if Dallas loses to the 5-10 St. Louis Rams.
Cowboys Report Card
Passing Offense: B
Drew Bledsoe showed what poise and leadership mean at the quarterback position. Although sacked 5 times (three by Julius Peppers), he had a very good game. He audibled at the line on his TD pass to Terry Glenn (who severely injured his thumb earlier in the game) for the winning score. Keyshawn Johnson also played a big role.
Rushing Offense: A
Welcome back Julius Jones! After sufferering a high ankle sprain that had slowed him all season long, the second-year back returned to his 2004 excellence. He no longer ran tentatively and ran for a career-best 194 yards. His total is the third-highest in team history. Plus, he did all this against a defense that had only yielded an average of 87.5 yards a game.
Passing Defense: C+
The Cowboys did a great job of shutting down Steve Smith, but let up two big completions to ancient receiver Ricky Proehl (who beat the Cowboys with a winning catch for the Cardinals in Troy Aikman's rookie season). On the other hand, DeMarcus Ware woke up with a vengeance after a number of quiet games. Ware totaled 3 sacks, three forced fumbles and 9 tackles. Roy Williams had a key 4th quarter interception.
Rushing Defense: A
The Cowboys stopped their three-game string of allowing an opposing runner a 100+ yard game, by giving up just 71 yards (less than 3 yards per carry) to Deshaun Foster and company. Bradie James totaled 7 tackles for Dallas.
Special Teams: C-
It seems that the 56-yard field goal Billy Cundiff kicked a few weeks ago was just a fluke. Since then, he missed a possible game winner against Denver, a terrible miss against Washington and two short misses yesterday. Although the season is just about over, it would not surprise me if Parcells releases him. Matt McBriar's punts weren't beautiful, but they were effective averaging 48.6 yards per quick. Tyson Thompson fumbled his first kickoff return of the season, but made amends by returning his last kick 40 yards to set up the winning drive.
Special Teams: A
The team could have come in this game shell-shocked. But instead of letting the Redskin game destroy their season, they responded by beating a very tough Carolina team on the road. Credit must go to Parcells for getting his team up for this game, as well as to both Mike Zimmer - for figuring out how to shut down Smith - and Sean Payton - for the teams surprising running efficiency.
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Carolina Panthers............................20
I will say this for the Cowboys, they don't quit. After the shellacking they took against the Redskins last week, beating the Panthers at home - in a game Carolina needed to win - proved to me that the Washington debacle was the exception and not the norm.
It was great to see.
I could sit here and list the things the Cowboys need in order to reach the next level, but now I can delay it for at least another week. In fact, I truly believe that the eight NFC teams that still have playoff aspirations are very equal. Judging by their games against the Giants, Seahawks, Redskins and Panthers, the 'Boys were all but but one of those games until the end.
However, when it comes to post-season play, home-field advantage is huge. Although, oddly enough, the last time the both conference first-seeds went to the Super Bowl was in 1993, when Dallas beat Buffalo the second time.
Now, for the Cowboys to even have a chance to go, they must receive help from other teams. The Bears must win one of their games (against 3-11 Green Bay or 8-6 Minnesota) and Washington or Carolina loses (9-6 Washington plays at 5-10 Philadelphia and 10-5 Carolina goes to 8-7 Atlanta). Of course, none of it matters if Dallas loses to the 5-10 St. Louis Rams.
Cowboys Report Card
Passing Offense: B
Drew Bledsoe showed what poise and leadership mean at the quarterback position. Although sacked 5 times (three by Julius Peppers), he had a very good game. He audibled at the line on his TD pass to Terry Glenn (who severely injured his thumb earlier in the game) for the winning score. Keyshawn Johnson also played a big role.
Rushing Offense: A
Welcome back Julius Jones! After sufferering a high ankle sprain that had slowed him all season long, the second-year back returned to his 2004 excellence. He no longer ran tentatively and ran for a career-best 194 yards. His total is the third-highest in team history. Plus, he did all this against a defense that had only yielded an average of 87.5 yards a game.
Passing Defense: C+
The Cowboys did a great job of shutting down Steve Smith, but let up two big completions to ancient receiver Ricky Proehl (who beat the Cowboys with a winning catch for the Cardinals in Troy Aikman's rookie season). On the other hand, DeMarcus Ware woke up with a vengeance after a number of quiet games. Ware totaled 3 sacks, three forced fumbles and 9 tackles. Roy Williams had a key 4th quarter interception.
Rushing Defense: A
The Cowboys stopped their three-game string of allowing an opposing runner a 100+ yard game, by giving up just 71 yards (less than 3 yards per carry) to Deshaun Foster and company. Bradie James totaled 7 tackles for Dallas.
Special Teams: C-
It seems that the 56-yard field goal Billy Cundiff kicked a few weeks ago was just a fluke. Since then, he missed a possible game winner against Denver, a terrible miss against Washington and two short misses yesterday. Although the season is just about over, it would not surprise me if Parcells releases him. Matt McBriar's punts weren't beautiful, but they were effective averaging 48.6 yards per quick. Tyson Thompson fumbled his first kickoff return of the season, but made amends by returning his last kick 40 yards to set up the winning drive.
Special Teams: A
The team could have come in this game shell-shocked. But instead of letting the Redskin game destroy their season, they responded by beating a very tough Carolina team on the road. Credit must go to Parcells for getting his team up for this game, as well as to both Mike Zimmer - for figuring out how to shut down Smith - and Sean Payton - for the teams surprising running efficiency.
Wednesday, December 21, 2005
The Pro-Bowl teams were announced today and I have one question.
Michael Vick?
Vick is the 13th highest rated quarterback in the NFC (27th in the entire league)! Let's compare, shall we?
Vick is 10th in passing yards, 11th in TD passes and 11 other starting QB's have thrown fewer interceptions.
Compare his numbers with Drew Bledsoe:
Team record of both teams: 8-6
Last year: Dallas 6-10 Atlanta 11-5
Bledsoe: 437 passes.................................Vick: 337
Bledsoe: 267 completions........................Vick: 183
Bledsoe: 3188 passing yards...................Vick: 2136
Bledsoe: 21 TD's.......................................Vick: 13
Bledsoe: 14 interceptions........................Vick: 13
Bledsoe: 61.1% completion pct...............Vick: 54.3
Bledsoe: 86.1 rating..................................Vick: 71.8
If you say he was picked because of his running ability, keep in mind that even if you include his 534 yards rushing, he still generated 564 yards less than the Cowboy QB.
I don't get it.
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Michael Vick?
Vick is the 13th highest rated quarterback in the NFC (27th in the entire league)! Let's compare, shall we?
Vick is 10th in passing yards, 11th in TD passes and 11 other starting QB's have thrown fewer interceptions.
Compare his numbers with Drew Bledsoe:
Team record of both teams: 8-6
Last year: Dallas 6-10 Atlanta 11-5
Bledsoe: 437 passes.................................Vick: 337
Bledsoe: 267 completions........................Vick: 183
Bledsoe: 3188 passing yards...................Vick: 2136
Bledsoe: 21 TD's.......................................Vick: 13
Bledsoe: 14 interceptions........................Vick: 13
Bledsoe: 61.1% completion pct...............Vick: 54.3
Bledsoe: 86.1 rating..................................Vick: 71.8
If you say he was picked because of his running ability, keep in mind that even if you include his 534 yards rushing, he still generated 564 yards less than the Cowboy QB.
I don't get it.
Tuesday, December 20, 2005
Big trade in baseball
Evan Grant of the Dallas Morning News is reporting that Texas has acquired right-handed starter Adam Eaton, right-handed reliever Akinori Otsuka, and a minor league prospect Billy Killian, a catcher and former third-round draft pick, from the San Diego Padres. The Rangers agreed to send the Padres righthander Chris Young, first baseman Adrian Gonzalez, and outfielder Terrmel Sledge.
I like the trade for two reasons. Firstly, as much as I like Chris Young, he faded badly down the stretch. Eaton is more accomplished and is basically the same age. Gonzalez had a limited future in Arlington (which now makes tendering Mark Texiera a new contract vital), and in getting Otsuka, the have an excellent setup man for Cordero.
With this trade, the Rangers still need one more legitimate starter in its rotation. There is talk that they have made a significant offer to free agent Kevin Millwood. That would be a huge addition and could well make them a playoff-caliber team.
Monday, December 19, 2005
Dallas Cowboys..........................7
Washington Redskins..................35
Ugly.
That's the only way to describe it.
No, wait. I got a few more adjectives...
Disgusting. Surprising. Brutal. Foul. Grisly. Grotesque. Hideous. Horrid...
It's not just I thought the Cowboys would win. Heck, I have to give to credit to Joe Gibbs for the way his team prepared and played. I can live with the fact that they lost (which is something I used to have trouble with in the distant past). No, I am disgusted by the way they lost.
Flashback to October 11, 1981*.
That was the last time the Cowboys looked as pathetic as they did yesterday. While they have been beaten as solidly as this at times, this season is different because it held so much promise. Coming off of a huge win the week before against Kansas City, Dallas looked like they were prepared for the stretch drive for the playoffs.
Just like that game in 1981, the team felt confident that they could handle the opponent - the resurgent San Francisco 49ers, whom they had beaten 59-14 a year earlier. But instead, everything that could have gone wrong went wrong, and the Cowboys were whipped 45-14. Incidentally, the loss was the reason they ended up playing in Frisco for the conference championship - a game they had in their hands until Joe Montana drove them 80 yards in 4 minutes, culminating with "The Catch" by Dwight Clark. Perhaps if the would have won the first game, instead of fighting with the fanatical 'Niner fans and the unforgiving turf at Candlestick Park, Dallas would have gotten the opportunity to beat the Cincinnati Bengals in Super Bowl XVI.
But what does this loss really mean? Was it just a bump in the road? After all, while the 'Boys no longer control their own playoff destiny, they can qualify for the post-season by beating Carolina and St. Louis - as long as Washington and Minnesota lose at least one of their last two. Minnesota still has to play Baltimore on the road and the Bears at home. Washington hosts the red-hot Giants and goes to Philadelphia. The Cowboys owns the tie-breaker against Atlanta.
But before they think playoffs, they need to figure out what happened. How could they have played so poorly in such a critical game? Can the psyche of the team be fixed?
I hope it can, but I fear it can't.
Cowboys Report Card
Passing Offense: D-
Unlike some sportswriters, I don't believe Drew Bledsoe was horrible. Two of his three interceptions were tipped up in the air by the intended receivers. We know he's not mobile, but he was never given any time to throw. Four sacks and 14 pressures would throw off even the greatest passers.
Rushing Offense: D-
Without Julius Jones 51-yard run in the third quarter, the running game would have netted just 54 yards on 23 carries - an average of only 2.4 yards per run. Again it appears that Marion Barber is the best option right now.
Passing Defense: D-
The only positive was that Mark Brunell was held to just 163 yards passing. However, the line never got close to touching him and allowed him the time to complete 60% of his passes. Once again, the backfield allowed Santana Moss to beat them deep.
Rushing Defense: F
After only allowing one 100-yard rusher in the first 11 games, the defense has been burned three weeks in a row. Clinton Portis ran at will as the Redskin offensive line seemed to completely overwhelm Dallas. This lead to Washington being able to control the clock - something Parcells seriously preaches.
Rushing Defense: F
It's right to call them "special" - if you mean developmentally disabled "special". In a word, the unit stunk. Matt McBriar - who I have lauded in the past - had by far his worst day as a pro. Billy Cundiff needs to update his resume. He has missed two 34-yard field goals in the last three games. One cost them the Denver game and the other stopped them from stealing some momentum early and set up Washington around midfield, from where they scored in just a couple of plays (and essentially put the game away).
Rushing Defense: F
This was the most anemic showing I have seen from a Bill Parcells coached Cowboys team. Last season, it appeared the team gave up when they went 6-10. This time, with the playoffs in their grasp, penalties, turnover, missed tackles and poor mechanics combined to embarrass them. This kind of play this late in the season is unforgivable. It is apparent that the lost of Flozell Adams early on was a bigger blow than anyone figured. Torrin Tucker and Rob Pettite were exposed as just not good enough. Changes must be made during the off-season if Parcells hopes to right this ship.
This game was as bad as it gets.
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Washington Redskins..................35
Ugly.
That's the only way to describe it.
No, wait. I got a few more adjectives...
Disgusting. Surprising. Brutal. Foul. Grisly. Grotesque. Hideous. Horrid...
It's not just I thought the Cowboys would win. Heck, I have to give to credit to Joe Gibbs for the way his team prepared and played. I can live with the fact that they lost (which is something I used to have trouble with in the distant past). No, I am disgusted by the way they lost.
Flashback to October 11, 1981*.
That was the last time the Cowboys looked as pathetic as they did yesterday. While they have been beaten as solidly as this at times, this season is different because it held so much promise. Coming off of a huge win the week before against Kansas City, Dallas looked like they were prepared for the stretch drive for the playoffs.
Just like that game in 1981, the team felt confident that they could handle the opponent - the resurgent San Francisco 49ers, whom they had beaten 59-14 a year earlier. But instead, everything that could have gone wrong went wrong, and the Cowboys were whipped 45-14. Incidentally, the loss was the reason they ended up playing in Frisco for the conference championship - a game they had in their hands until Joe Montana drove them 80 yards in 4 minutes, culminating with "The Catch" by Dwight Clark. Perhaps if the would have won the first game, instead of fighting with the fanatical 'Niner fans and the unforgiving turf at Candlestick Park, Dallas would have gotten the opportunity to beat the Cincinnati Bengals in Super Bowl XVI.
But what does this loss really mean? Was it just a bump in the road? After all, while the 'Boys no longer control their own playoff destiny, they can qualify for the post-season by beating Carolina and St. Louis - as long as Washington and Minnesota lose at least one of their last two. Minnesota still has to play Baltimore on the road and the Bears at home. Washington hosts the red-hot Giants and goes to Philadelphia. The Cowboys owns the tie-breaker against Atlanta.
But before they think playoffs, they need to figure out what happened. How could they have played so poorly in such a critical game? Can the psyche of the team be fixed?
I hope it can, but I fear it can't.
Cowboys Report Card
Passing Offense: D-
Unlike some sportswriters, I don't believe Drew Bledsoe was horrible. Two of his three interceptions were tipped up in the air by the intended receivers. We know he's not mobile, but he was never given any time to throw. Four sacks and 14 pressures would throw off even the greatest passers.
Rushing Offense: D-
Without Julius Jones 51-yard run in the third quarter, the running game would have netted just 54 yards on 23 carries - an average of only 2.4 yards per run. Again it appears that Marion Barber is the best option right now.
Passing Defense: D-
The only positive was that Mark Brunell was held to just 163 yards passing. However, the line never got close to touching him and allowed him the time to complete 60% of his passes. Once again, the backfield allowed Santana Moss to beat them deep.
Rushing Defense: F
After only allowing one 100-yard rusher in the first 11 games, the defense has been burned three weeks in a row. Clinton Portis ran at will as the Redskin offensive line seemed to completely overwhelm Dallas. This lead to Washington being able to control the clock - something Parcells seriously preaches.
Rushing Defense: F
It's right to call them "special" - if you mean developmentally disabled "special". In a word, the unit stunk. Matt McBriar - who I have lauded in the past - had by far his worst day as a pro. Billy Cundiff needs to update his resume. He has missed two 34-yard field goals in the last three games. One cost them the Denver game and the other stopped them from stealing some momentum early and set up Washington around midfield, from where they scored in just a couple of plays (and essentially put the game away).
Rushing Defense: F
This was the most anemic showing I have seen from a Bill Parcells coached Cowboys team. Last season, it appeared the team gave up when they went 6-10. This time, with the playoffs in their grasp, penalties, turnover, missed tackles and poor mechanics combined to embarrass them. This kind of play this late in the season is unforgivable. It is apparent that the lost of Flozell Adams early on was a bigger blow than anyone figured. Torrin Tucker and Rob Pettite were exposed as just not good enough. Changes must be made during the off-season if Parcells hopes to right this ship.
This game was as bad as it gets.
Sunday, December 18, 2005
Yuck.
More to come...
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More to come...
Saturday, December 17, 2005
After watching the Giants luck out again, I just can't get over the fact that had an extra home game. There really was no good reason that Paul Tagliabue moved the Giants-Saints game to New York. Baton Rouge and San Antonio, the two cities who that currently host the Saints, should have been awarded the game (which they requested).
Now that the Giants are in position to win the East, the unfairness of it all sticks in my craw.
I suppose if Dallas loses to Washington tomorrow, it shouldn't matter. But, it does. Any unfair advantage given to any one team can ultimately damage the league.
If Dallas were 5-8, instead of 8-5, I'd still be angry.
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Now that the Giants are in position to win the East, the unfairness of it all sticks in my craw.
I suppose if Dallas loses to Washington tomorrow, it shouldn't matter. But, it does. Any unfair advantage given to any one team can ultimately damage the league.
If Dallas were 5-8, instead of 8-5, I'd still be angry.
Wednesday, December 14, 2005
Dallas Cowboys......................31
Kansas City Chiefs..................28
I didn't expect this, that's for sure. When the Chiefs took the 14-3 lead, I was all but certain that the game (and the season) were over. But when it comes to the 2005 Cowboys, nothing is certain until the final whistle.
With this victory, the Cowboy's assured themselves a non-losing season for just the second time since 1998. Also, they continue to control their own playoff destiny. However, should they lose to the Redskins Sunday in D.C. (Heaven forbid), their chances of making it to the post-season will be slim or none.
Cowboys Report Card
Passing Offense: A
There is not much more you can ask of Drew Bledsoe. His TD throw a to Jason Witten and Terry Glenn were right on the money and his audible (on the Witten TD) showed why Parcells wanted him. He is unquestionably the best passer this town has seen since Troy Aikman retired.
Rushing Offense: B
Marion Barber III is proving to be the best back on the roster. Whether it's due to his injury or not (I tend to believe it is), Julius Jones appears to have lost a step. Barber gained 82 yards on 15 carries, while Jones - once again - ran for just a 3.5 yard average. Lousaka Polite is turning into a very good blocking back and receiver as well.
Passing Defense: D-
Clearly, this was the worst game of the year for this unit. Aside from Scott Fujita's fumble recovery, there was not a lot of positives here. Too many missed tackles and blown assignments added up to allow Trent Green to pass for 340 yards. Granted, the Chief's have the 5th best defense in the NFL, but still the defense allowed just under 500 yards total. Way, way, way too much.
Rushing Defense: D+
The Cowboys had no ability to stop Larry Johnson as he ran 143 yards. In fact, this was just the third time all season that the 'Boys allowed a 100-yard rusher (Lamont Jordan and Tiki Barber). Furthermore, Johnson scored a career-high three TD's - two of which were runs were he went untouched into the endzone. However, when it counted most (in the 4th quarter), they held him to just 15 yards on 4 carries.
Special Teams: C
Dante Hall's kickoff returns allowed KC to win the battle of field position in the first half. However, after Jacques Reeves big hit on him in the 3rd quarter, he seemed to have lost a little steam. Billy Cundiff made his only field goal attempt, but had a pooch punt that went for a touchback. Matt McBriar continues to be a very underrated punter.
Coaching: B
Bill Parcells opened up the playbook and the team responded with their best offensive and poorest defensive games of the season. Given the importance of this game, Parcells had them ready and emotionally charged. The game had the personality of a playoff match-up and the offense came to life for the first time in five weeks.
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Kansas City Chiefs..................28
I didn't expect this, that's for sure. When the Chiefs took the 14-3 lead, I was all but certain that the game (and the season) were over. But when it comes to the 2005 Cowboys, nothing is certain until the final whistle.
With this victory, the Cowboy's assured themselves a non-losing season for just the second time since 1998. Also, they continue to control their own playoff destiny. However, should they lose to the Redskins Sunday in D.C. (Heaven forbid), their chances of making it to the post-season will be slim or none.
Cowboys Report Card
Passing Offense: A
There is not much more you can ask of Drew Bledsoe. His TD throw a to Jason Witten and Terry Glenn were right on the money and his audible (on the Witten TD) showed why Parcells wanted him. He is unquestionably the best passer this town has seen since Troy Aikman retired.
Rushing Offense: B
Marion Barber III is proving to be the best back on the roster. Whether it's due to his injury or not (I tend to believe it is), Julius Jones appears to have lost a step. Barber gained 82 yards on 15 carries, while Jones - once again - ran for just a 3.5 yard average. Lousaka Polite is turning into a very good blocking back and receiver as well.
Passing Defense: D-
Clearly, this was the worst game of the year for this unit. Aside from Scott Fujita's fumble recovery, there was not a lot of positives here. Too many missed tackles and blown assignments added up to allow Trent Green to pass for 340 yards. Granted, the Chief's have the 5th best defense in the NFL, but still the defense allowed just under 500 yards total. Way, way, way too much.
Rushing Defense: D+
The Cowboys had no ability to stop Larry Johnson as he ran 143 yards. In fact, this was just the third time all season that the 'Boys allowed a 100-yard rusher (Lamont Jordan and Tiki Barber). Furthermore, Johnson scored a career-high three TD's - two of which were runs were he went untouched into the endzone. However, when it counted most (in the 4th quarter), they held him to just 15 yards on 4 carries.
Special Teams: C
Dante Hall's kickoff returns allowed KC to win the battle of field position in the first half. However, after Jacques Reeves big hit on him in the 3rd quarter, he seemed to have lost a little steam. Billy Cundiff made his only field goal attempt, but had a pooch punt that went for a touchback. Matt McBriar continues to be a very underrated punter.
Coaching: B
Bill Parcells opened up the playbook and the team responded with their best offensive and poorest defensive games of the season. Given the importance of this game, Parcells had them ready and emotionally charged. The game had the personality of a playoff match-up and the offense came to life for the first time in five weeks.
