The Cowboys play their first preseason game on Thursday against San Francisco, so now seems like a good time to review the first two weeks of training camp.
The passing game has been average at best. That does not mean it will stay sub-par, but there has not been much productivity unless we are talking about Dak Prescott throwing underneath because his outside receivers are covered.
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Cornerback Anthony Brown has been outstanding and continues to be the starter in the slot over Jourdan Lewis. Brown had an interception and a deflection that led to another in the Blue/White scrimmage.
The collection of players at tight end have yet to distinguish themselves. This is potentially a big problem, especially on third down. Blake Jarwin is not making enough contested catches.
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Passing game defensive coordinator Kris Richard is making an impact on the secondary. Collectively, the defensive backs are having a terrific camp.
No one is talking about kicker Dan Bailey, and that’s a positive. He’s back to being Mr. Automatic at training camp.
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Zack Martin is having a blast at camp whether it is catching a punt to cancel out post-practice punts or doing pelvic thrusts after a TD grab. He is also been a dominant player in practice.
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Linebacker Jaylon Smith is moving better than he ever has with the Cowboys. He ran 50 yards downfield with Cole Beasley and broke up a pass the other day.
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Cornerback Byron Jones has had an excellent camp. He is using his length and athleticism to cause problems for receivers. He is deflecting quite a few passes in practice.
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The Cowboys are definitely using more bunch concepts in practice. It will be interesting to see if they use them during the regular season.
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Ezekiel Elliott looks like he is in midseason form. He is started slow each of his first two seasons. The Cowboys need to get him off to a faster start this year, although he is not going to play much in the preseason.
