Hangin' With The 'boys

A loss is a loss, but did the Cowboys show some encouraging signs in the season opener against the Bucs? Jesse is having none of it as he questions whether this is the same old culture. “When you come for the king, you just can’t miss … again.” It’s a feisty show!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s a short show, but there’s still time to talk about the Cowboys’ upcoming game against Brady and the Buccaneers. Without Zack Martin, can Dak Prescott pull off the upset in his return? Plus, we give our annual predictions (yes, we’re booking a division title).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sure, Osa was probably telling the truth about Brady. It was an innocent answer … and perhaps also a learning moment for the rookie. Plus, the boys also talk quarterbacks, offensive line, defensive leadership and they review Jesse’s documentary.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There’s plenty to talk about the day after roster cuts, including a certain QB now available. But does the success of the team really ride on Zeke? (Hint: Nate’s a believer.) Plus, we bask in the spotlight of Hard Knocks, discuss Jesse’s upcoming documentary and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

And not just the preseason. How about this team thinking it’s ready for the regular season? Yes, they’re healthy, but we have yet to see them play together and clicking. Plus, the backup QB dilemma and what’s it like for these bubble players waiting for cut-down day?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is Dak ready physically? Is he ready mentally? There’s a debate to be had! And what’s this last week like for guys on the bubble? Jesse and Nate lived it. Don’t miss what they had to say about making a final impression in the battle for a roster spot.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s the preseason. Should we care if they win or lose? Hey, we always want to win! Speaking of which, how are the recent Covid tests going to affect the team’s preparation for the season? And if Dak’s maintenance routine changes during the week, will that impact the team on Sunday?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We keep hearing that the offense is going to be just fine, but until guys like Dak, Amari, Tyron and Zack can all get work in together, will we really know for sure? Plus, the boys talk time off at camp, what’s happening at center and the game tomorrow. The band is back together!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There’s been talk about the defense being simplified, but that’s only going to work for so long. The boys talk about an improving defense, losing Gallimore, who’ll be left standing at wide receiver and, oh yeah, do we have a backup QB?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After returning from Dallas Cowboys Training Camp in Oxnard, CA. Nate Newton and Shannon Gross return to the Star to join the guys to recap the latest news and share their thoughts on the preseason loss in Arizona and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If Dak is unable to fully practice soon will the offense be able to find its rhythm by the time the season starts? There’s more to this than just throwing passes. Plus, the gang talks about the criticism of McCarthy, and with cuts ahead, each takes a turn putting on the GM hat.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The stock is rising on some guys, so where does that leave others? The boys talk about who is standing out (and who isn’t) as well as what we saw from the scrimmage on Saturday, the cornerback situation and, uh-oh, Dak’s shoulder.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s only one preseason game, but how worried should we be about backup quarterback? Or the swing tackle position? Or the team’s depth overall? It’s the good, the bad and the ugly from the loss to the Steelers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How much pressure is on Dan Quinn to showcase his defense in the Hall of Fame game? The crew discusses what they’re hoping to see on the defense, position battles, and get a live update from Nate Newton out in Oxnard, California.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The word is Dak’s shoulder is just fatigued, but is that all there is to it? Could this linger? With their fingers hovering over the red panic button, the boys get into the team’s QB situation, talk Coop and D-Law’s return, and players on the bubble.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What’s it like now at training camp when the hitting starts? Are guys coming off of injury ready? What about Micah Parsons and the other rookies? Plus, what we might expect from Dan Quinn’s defensive scheme (Hint: think simple).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mick Shots returns for a special edition from training camp, Bill and Mickey lending their insight on a few new guys, players on PUP, those players standing out, ramifications of COVID-19 and Bill’s “car wash” with owner Jerry Jones.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Training Camp is officially underway and the crew discusses how Mike McCarthy can build a winning culture, expectations for Dak Prescott throughout camp, and live practice updates from Oxnard, California.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dak says his ankle injury is mentally buried. Amari missed workouts due to irritation in his ankle. Will both really be ready? Plus, Nick Eatman steps in to talk Randy Gregory, key position battles coming up and his top five rookies performers at minicamp.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Does Dan Quinn make a difference before the pads come on? What's the difference between OTAs and Minicamps? The Hangin' with the Boys crew debates these issues and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.