DC NFL Preview: Dallas Cowboys

2007 Record: 13-3

Key Additions:
Zach Thomas (MLB) - FA - Dolphins
Pacman Jones (CB) - Trade - Titans
Felix Jones (RB) - Draft - Arkansas
Mike Jenkins (CB) - Draft - South Florida

Key Losses:
Nathan Jones (CB) - FA - Dolphins
Julius Jones (RB) - FA - Seahawks
Keith Davis (S) - FA - Dolphins
Jacques Reeves (CB) - FA - Texans

Offense:
Tony Romo is going to put up stats since he has nothing but talent around him. Last year, the Cowboys were ranked 3rd in the NFL in total offense, and this year should be no different. Witten is arguably the best tight end in the game, and Romo seems to be very fond of him. Owens is obviously stud, but needs to watch his off the field issues, and dropped passes. Crayton came into his own last year, and I think he can be a very solid player for this team. The combination of Marion Barber and Felix Jones should be something special to watch. I love the way that Barber plays and if he can stay healthy, he will have a special year. Overall, this offense in the weak NFC is going to dominate.

Defense:
Think all of the talent is on the offense? Think again. DeMarcus Ware is one of the scariest OLBs in the game. Now they have added Zach Thomas to the middle of their defense, and if he can stay healthy, look for them to dominate against the run. The real questions come when talking about thier defensive backs. Pacman is overrated, I don't care what anyone says, and he is going to get exposed unless Roy Williams learns how to defend the pass. Newman is solid, but has been battling injuries all camp, so you have to wonder if this team can get hurt against the pass.

Overall:
No question this team will be in the playoffs, but will Romo choke again? There is also some cause for concern with the personalities in the locker room. Owens/Pacman are nuts, Romo is always in the spotlight because of Jessica Simpson, and their coach is a pushover and probably a year away from being fired. Even with all that they will dominate the NFC.

Predicted Record: 14-2

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-BMack