Sep 03
adminSports Cowboys, Episode 5, Finale, hard knocks
Well, the 5th and final episode of HBO’s Hard Knocks has come and gone. I’m sad to see the series end so quickly, but I’m totally stoked about seeing the Cowboys start the regular season against the Cleveland Browns this Sunday. With Derek Anderson having (Troy) concussion syndrome, I think this game will be an easy lock for Dallas.
I was really glad to see the concentration stay on the rookies in the final episode. The series could have easily turned to an outlook of the stars and their Super Bowl aspirations. I particularly liked the focus on Daniel Amendola. He quickly became a fan favorite during the short run of the show. I was very glad to seem him pass up other possibilities for the opportunity to stay in Texas. I really think he will have a great opportunity to actually make the team with all the damage to the Cowboys’ receiving corps.
I still absolutely hate Martelus Bennett.. this guy is still a douche with no respect for authority. I think his attitude is a large distraction and not worth the drama that we have.
I am also very glad that Adam ‘Pacman’ Jones got fully reinstated and I wish him the best. It was cool to see him and Deion Sanders fishing. For those of you that don’t live in Dallas, Deion lives in a freaking compound like a MoFo. His house is absolutely ridiculous. The lake that they showed during the show is in Deions BACKYARD.
Overall, I personally think the series was short but incredible. I am totally looking forward to the regular season for the Cowboys and the rest of football. The Cowboys are Super Bowl or bust this year. They better do something incredible.
::UPDATE::
Get your popcorn ready - perfect ending
Marion “The Civilized Barbarian” - pretty bizarre to see him playing the piano
Odd that Jerry cuts guys without having the Desperados hiring team right there
You get the feeling that Wade really does take these cuts hard, he’s got that vibe like he loves coaching but management stuff hurts him cause he love players, guess thats why he doesn’t have to be tyrannical like some coaches. Although if he was it would certainly make cutting guys easier
WTF Real Sports.
You start with this formula of Rookie Watching: One guaranteed, One Likely, One Intriguing and One Unlikely. then in the last episode they abadoned the storyline that will have an impact on the season in Bennett. I wonder if he’s fed up with their coverae of him, or he’s just such an ass that they couldn’t bear it any longer
Saturday, December 20th, mark it down because if Ray Lewis is looking to avenge the dismissal of little bro it could come in what may be a game of little importance to the Ravens
I am still looking for someone else to help start blogging on the site. Contact me if you’re interested.
Aug 27
adminSports Cowboys, hard knocks, HBO
Hard Knocks - Dallas Cowboys - Episode 4
The 4th episode of Hard Knocks just finished airing on HBO. I must say that the series has totally caught stride. After a somewhat disappointing second episode, I think the producers caught grasp of what the viewers wanted and are giving it to them. As I’ve said before, the concentration on the younger players, draft picks, and unsigned free agents is amazing. I love the fact that we are gaining access to how the cuts and evaluations are really being made.
On top of that, the focus on the new Jerry Jones stadium is freaking amazing. That stadium is one of the most amazing pieces of modern architecture in history. I for one cannot wait to attend my first cowboys game when the stadium opens. It is undoubtedly going to be an epic experience.
::UPDATE::
—Wade Phillips showed why he’s a player’s coach: Concern for the player 1st, Admonition of duty 2nd, and Fine 3rd
—Jason Garrett showed why he’s being groomed for Head Coach, backbone and knowledge. A solidly lead meeting with the players.
—What Houston game did Hard Knocks film? Seriously, I must’ve been watching a different game (or that’s the worst game cast I’ve ever seen)
—Andre Gurode and Tank Johnson could set up their own comedy tour once they’re done with football. Gurode is goofy looking so it makes his jokes funnier and Tank is just a very funny guy
—Martellus Bennett, I don’t think I’ve ever rooted for a Cowboys player to fail, but he’s getting me there
—Bobby Carpenter being treated like a bitch? I’d pay for HBO year round if I got to see that once a week
UPDATE: I have added a link to all the other Hard Knocks Posts to make it easier for you guys!
All Hard Knocks Episode Summaries
Aug 21
adminSports Cowboys, hard knocks, HBO
Well, Episode 3 of Hard Knocks aired last night on HBO. I must say that it was much better than the previous installment. I liked seeing the ‘humor’ the players had in episode 2, but I’m glad HBO got back on track in showing the more important aspects of football. IE training camp & player development. As a huge Cowboys fan, I like seeing and getting to know the rookies and new players on an intimate level. It honestly makes me root for a few players, especially the wide receivers.
While we all know it’s the T.O. show, I really like seeing the leadership role he has taken on, he really does seem happy to be a Dallas Cowboy. Same with Adam ‘Pacman’ Jones.
Now we just need to get it together and start winning some games. I know it’s preseason, but I hope the Cowboys can beat the hell out of the houston texans.
Brief Summary:
-Nice to see the Coaches pissed about San Diego. The week before the coaches seemed satisfied
-Nice to get a real take on Pacman
-Martellus Bennett is making $1M guaranteed, and he’s not going to listen to a coach telling him to tuck in his shirt?
-Martellus Bennett got picked in the second round and he’s refering to himself as one of the top players in the nation Wrong.
-One of the top propspects in 2008.
-sucks miles austin got hurt.
ill post a little more when I have some free time today.
Aug 14
adminSports Cowboys, hard knocks
Honestly, I didnt enjoy this episode nearly as much as I liked Episode 1. It just didnt flow as well. I did enjoy the fact that they concentrated more on the players near the bottom of the pack. It is nice to see the stress that some of the rookies are going through.. I also liked their concentration on Felix Jones and the Phillips Family.
I really think that the next episode should be a lot better. We will get to see how the team reacts to the situations that have been coming up. Ill Post a better update here when I have more time
Aug 07
adminSports Cowboys, football, hard knocks, HBO
I don’t know about you, but I’ve been waiting for HBO’s Hard Knocks pretty much since football season ended. I love football, I watch it whenever it’s on. Hard Knocks finally gave my the fix i’ve needed. Not only is it a great series from HBO, it’s a great Cowboys show. Being from Dallas, I follow every franchise our city has, but the Cowboys are the pinnacle of my fandom. I honestly havent missed a game in years.
This show is providing some great insight into how training camp is going. It is also letting me see more of the personalities of the players. On the field, you dont really get to see how people really interact with one another. Further, the media portrays these athletes as villains or heroes. We dont get to see the people they really are. I was really pleased with the first episode of Hard Knocks and I cant wait until Wednesday for my next dose.
HBO’s Hard Knocks it aires Wednesday at 9 PM eastern
Here are some comments a friend of mine made about the episode:
First 10 minutes, appallingly bad. Looked like it was going to be the Jerry Jones show. I’d be willing to bet he set up that call with Terry Glenn’s agent before the actual call.
Remaining 50 minutes outstanding.
—Didn’t know Tank was such a cut up, he seems like a really fun guy
—Like the idea that Wade is the Good Cop Head Coach and the Garretts are the hard asses
—Interesting to see draft say conversation re: Mendenhall vs Jones brief synopsis. Appparently they believe Marion is an everydown back for sure
—Following Martellus Bennett was an interesting call, but you have to like guys who grew up as Cowboys fans getting selected by us
—Witten and Romo seem like genuine friends, we’ve said this before, nice to see it reaffirmed
—Dave Campo. Glad to see him back. Glad he’s not head coach.
—Who the hell are all those white guys they showed in the ice tubs. No seriously, we have 2 white guys starting on the O line, and it wasn’t either of them. I’m guessing Practice squad OL guys.
—Roy Williams, I am THE Roy Williams homer, so I will stand mute on this one, but I love the ideas I’ve heard, like inflating trade value, build a psychological fear in other teams (as though they are watching Hard Knocks and saying uh oh Roy is getting back to form!)
—T.O.’s T-Shirts. Anybody think he should’ve made a specific shirt for the Player formerly known as Pacman (PFKPac) that says: iRain on the front, then on the back says: But leave the money on the floor, Hoes.
—If we fall out this year, the ominous warning sign is PFKPac holding an empty bucket grinning and saying “Wekum to the Dallas Cowboy”
—Anybody terrified about Crayton’s mindset. Talking about the drop he said “It’s all I’ve been thinking about, it’s what drives me” That’s fine for the year, but how wound up is he gonna be in the playoffs?
Well, the 5th and final episode of HBO’s Hard Knocks has come and gone. I’m sad to see the series end so quickly, but I’m totally stoked about seeing the Cowboys start the regular season against the Cleveland Browns this Sunday. With Derek Anderson having (Troy) concussion syndrome, I think this game will be an easy lock for Dallas.