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NFC Training Camp Preview: New Coaches, New QBs In The Spotlight
NFC Training Camp Preview: New Coaches, New QBs In The Spotlight

Forbes

time14 hours ago

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  • Forbes

NFC Training Camp Preview: New Coaches, New QBs In The Spotlight

Jalen Hurts embraces the Super Bowl trophy after the Eagles' victory over Kansas City last season. ... More (Photo by) The National Football Conference provided memorable moments in 2024, capped by the Philadelphia Eagles' dominating victory over the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LIX. Running back Saquon Barkley rushed for 2,005 yards, the eighth-highest total in NFL history, and was the consensus Offensive Player of the Year after joining the Eagles as a free agent. The Detroit Lions scored 564 points, the fourth-most all-time, and led three NFC North teams into the postseason. Washington quarterback Jayden Daniels, the No. 2 pick in the 2024 draft, outshone the No. 1 pick, Chicago's Caleb Williams. But that was then. There are new storylines to follow this summer. New Coaches in Dallas, Chicago and New Orleans Brian Schottenheimer was the highest profile hire. Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones promoted him from offensive coordinator to head coach after firing Mike McCarthy following a 7-10 season mitigated by another injury to quarterback Dak Prescott. Brian Schottenheimer will make his NFL head coaching debut after Cowboys owner Jerry Jones promoted ... More him. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez) Schottenheimer, the son of Hall of Fame coach Marty Schottenheimer, was seen an underwhelming hire by some. CBS Sports ranked him No. 31 of the 32 NFL coaches, primarily because of his inexperience. But Prescott and wide receiver Cee Dee Lamb are top-tier talent, and the Cowboys ranked first in the NFL in scoring in both 2021 and 2023, the last two times Prescott played the entire season. The Chicago Bears and New Orleans Saints hired offensive-minded assistants, a recent trend. Ben Johnson, who called plays for the Detroit's remarkable offense last season, replaced Matt Eberflus in Chicago. Johnson was brought in to continue the development of second-year quarterback Williams, whose talent is unquestioned. The Saints turned Kellen Moore to replace Dennis Allen. Moore was the Eagles' offensive coordinator in 2024 after serving in the same position with the Cowboys and the Los Angeles Chargers. He spent five seasons in Dallas. Does Russell Wilson Have Anything Left? The New York Giants' search for a quarterback to replace Daniel Jones landed on Russell Wilson, 36, who will be playing for his fourth team in five seasons. It is a one-year, $21 million gamble. Russell Wilson will have a new playmaker in Giants' wide receiver Malik Nabers. (AP Photo/Seth ... More Wenig) Wilson was 6-5 as Pittsburgh's starter last season after returning from injury. His numbers were good, but the Steelers' offense generated only 57 points during a season-ending four-game losing streak that ended with a playoff loss. Jameis Winston and rookie Jaxson Dart are in camp, but Wilson was named the starter last week and will hold the reins. He is not the same player he was during the glory days in Seattle, but the Giants are counting on his deep-ball success and his interception avoidance, even if sacks follow. Is Sam Darnold More Than a One-Hit Wonder? Seattle is betting on Darnold, who turned career-year with the Minnesota Vikings into a whopping three-year, $100.5 million contract with the Seahawks that includes $55 million in guaranteed money. Darnold would not have been the Vikings' 2024 starter had rookie J.J. McCarthy not suffered a season-ending knee injury in training camp, but Darnold met opportunity head on and took advantage. He threw for 4,319 yards and 35 touchdowns as the Vikes went 14-3 before stumbling against the Los Angeles Rams in the playoffs. Darnold will replace inconsistent Geno Smith, whose career-high 4,320 passing yards were offset by a 15 interceptions and 50 sacks. Darnold's passer rating was sixth in the league a year ago. Smith's was 18th. Smith landed in Las Vegas with former coach Pete Carroll and first-round draft pick running back Ashton Jeanty. Who Will Be This Season's Saquon Barkley? Barkley became the poster guy for 'difference-making free agent' when joined the Eagles last summer, and his dazzling season led to a two-year $41.2 million contract extension in the offseason. Wilson and Darnold are the biggest money free agents signees, plenty of others could provide impactful performances with a change of scenery. The Baltimore Ravens signed wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins and his 984 career receptions for a miniscule one-year, $5 million to pair with Lamar Jackson. The Arizona Cardinals signed Josh Sweat to a four-year, $76.4 million contract to stiffen the defensive line, and Vikings added defensive tackle Jonathan Allen on a three-year, $51 million deal. Sweat had eight sacks last year, and run-stuffer Allen was a two-time Pro Bowler in Washington.

Tyler Guyton injury update: Cowboys suffers bone fracture
Tyler Guyton injury update: Cowboys suffers bone fracture

Yahoo

time2 days ago

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  • Yahoo

Tyler Guyton injury update: Cowboys suffers bone fracture

The Dallas Cowboys entered the 2025 NFL season planning to use Tyler Guyton as their full-time left tackle. It briefly appeared Brian Schottenheimer's club might have to pivot after the 2024 first-round pick was injured during Dallas' training camp practice on Monday, July 28. However, the Cowboys got some good news about the injury, as an MRI revealed Guyton avoided a torn ACL, which the team had initially feared. Here's what to know about Guyton's injury: Tyler Guyton injury update Guyton suffered a bone fracture during Dallas' practice Monday, ESPN's Todd Archer reports. Originally, the 24-year-old was feared to have suffered a season-ending ACL tear, but an MRI revealed the ligament was intact. Guyton is expected to be sidelined 4-6 weeks by the fracture. That might allow him to be ready for Week 1. Guyton's injury occurred late in Dallas' practice on Monday. The second-year tackle was "rolled up during a pass play," per Archer. Guyton remained on the ground for a couple of minutes after a play before he was able to get up and slowly walk to the locker room. The Cowboys did not immediately provide an update about Guyton after Monday's practice ended. Who is Tyler Guyton's backup? In Guyton's absence, the Cowboys will likely rely on Asim Richards to man the left tackle position. Richards, a fifth-round pick in the 2023 NFL Draft out of UNC, played 177 snaps at left tackle for Dallas last season. He committed just one penalty and allowed one sack in his limited action. Dallas also has sixth-round rookie Ajani Cornelius, free-agent signee Hakeem Adeniji and 2022 fifth-round pick Matt Waletzko on the roster at the position. Guyton's injury is the second significant one to a Dallas offensive lineman to start training camp. Veteran guard Rob Jones, who is competing with first-round rookie Tyler Booker to replace Zack Martin at right guard, told reporters he is expected to miss 2-3 months after breaking a bone in his neck. Tyler Guyton stats Guyton played in 15 games for the Cowboys as a rookie and made 11 starts. The Oklahoma product struggled with penalties, committing 18, and also allowed six sacks. Guyton earned an overall grade of 49.4 from Pro Football Focus, which ranked 73rd among 81 qualified tackles for the 2024 NFL season. This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Tyler Guyton injury update: Cowboys OT's ACL is intact; out 4-6 weeks

Former 1st-round pick, Cowboys starting LT Tyler Guyton injured, ACL tear avoided
Former 1st-round pick, Cowboys starting LT Tyler Guyton injured, ACL tear avoided

Yahoo

time2 days ago

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  • Yahoo

Former 1st-round pick, Cowboys starting LT Tyler Guyton injured, ACL tear avoided

The Dallas Cowboys may be facing a devastating setback just one week into training camp. According to NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport, starting left tackle Tyler Guyton is feared to have suffered a torn ACL during Monday's practice. The former first-round pick is set to undergo an MRI to confirm the severity of the injury. If tests confirm the tear, it would mark a significant loss for a Cowboys offensive line already navigating major transitions ahead of the 2025 season. Guyton, the No. 29 overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, played in 15 games and made 11 starts as a rookie last season, taking over as the team's starting left tackle. He was set to continue in that role entering Year 2 under a new coaching staff, viewed as a key building block in Dallas' long-term plans up front. The 6-foot-8, 322-pound Oklahoma product went through growing pains in 2024, including allowing six sacks, 26 pressures, and committing 18 penalties, per Pro Football Focus. As a result, the team benched Guyton in favor of veteran's Chuma Edoga and Asim Richards. Head coach Brian Schottenheimer and the front office will likely weigh in on internal options and free agent possibilities as they await MRI results. This article originally appeared on Cowboys Wire: Cowboys offensive lineman avoids major injury

Jerry Jones' hijacking Cowboys practice playlist is perfect example of decades of meddling
Jerry Jones' hijacking Cowboys practice playlist is perfect example of decades of meddling

USA Today

time2 days ago

  • Entertainment
  • USA Today

Jerry Jones' hijacking Cowboys practice playlist is perfect example of decades of meddling

One of the most notable changes that has come along with the new Brian Schottenheimer regime has been the vibe at Cowboys practice. Yes, Dallas has had a lot more energy thanks to a new group of head coaches who run around like their pants are on fire, high fiving and celebrating with their players in between very direct and emphatic coaching, but one of the biggest notable changes has been that the players have been allowed to listen to music throughout their entire practice day. It's very noticeable. Watch any highlight on the team's page or on the Twitter accounts of media at practice and the clip is always accompanied by music. Said music is always something rap or hip hop because that's what the players listen to, that's what gets them motivated to work hard and to give maximum effort. Cowboys owner Jerry Jones made them pass him the aux. If there's ever a symbol of his constant interference over the years, from the days where he used to insert himself onto the sidelines during games, or his waving his "I own the team" wand around in roster decisions, this is it. Jones took over the music during practice and his choice? The Pointer Sister's Slow Hand, circa 1981. The average age of players on the Cowboys roster is under 26, but the release year isn't even the main issue here. There's nothing about this song that would ever have it appear on anyone's workout playlist, and the audacity of putting a personal favorite into the practice playlist simply because he is the team owner is about as egregious of a "look at me" move someone could make.

Jerry Jones on "enthusiasm" at Dallas Cowboys training camp, new head coach and "Landman" appearance
Jerry Jones on "enthusiasm" at Dallas Cowboys training camp, new head coach and "Landman" appearance

CBS News

time2 days ago

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  • CBS News

Jerry Jones on "enthusiasm" at Dallas Cowboys training camp, new head coach and "Landman" appearance

Dallas Cowboys owner and general manager Jerry Jones sat down for a one-on-one conversation with CBS Sports Texas' Bill Jones at Cowboys training camp in Oxnard, Calif. over the weekend. Watch the full interview in the player above. Bill Jones remarked to Jerry Jones that he has been coming to training camp for more than 40 years, and does not recall a training camp with as much energy as this one. "I happen to agree with you. First of all, I know it's never been more beautiful out here," Jerry Jones said, praising the facilities and beauty in Oxnard. "Then you add Brian Schottenheimer's new juice coming in, enthusiasm, those young coaches bouncing around here. It's contagious for the players. And then when the players start acting like that, we all get to thinking we could step out there and catch a pass." Jerry Jones made waves earlier this year when he decided to hire Brian Schottenheimer as the Cowboys' head coach. The 51-year-old has been an assistant coach his entire career, spending the past two seasons as the Cowboys' offensive coordinator under the offensive-minded former head coach Mike McCarthy, who called the plays. Jones said he was originally considering tapping Schottenheimer to take over the offense and call plays under whatever new coach was hired. "All of a sudden, you realize you've got somebody sitting there with almost 30 years of experience coaching in the NFL, yet he was still, relatively speaking, just a pup, really. And, he hasn't head-coached. I'm a big believer in someone that has their shot. And I remember telling him, 'Brian, you're not Brian Schottenheimer anymore. You're now the coach of the Dallas Cowboys,'" Jones said. One of the biggest moves the Cowboys made in the offseason was trading for wide receiver George Pickens. Pickens has plenty of talent to line up opposite of CeeDee Lamb, totaling 174 catches and 12 touchdowns over the first three years of his career. But he also developed a reputation for causing issues in the locker room for his former team, the Pittsburgh Steelers. That, Jones said, is what gave the Cowboys the opportunity to make the trade. "There's no question that he could contribute to our success. But I like his attitude. And, a lot of people might say, well, he had some off-the-field issue ... but that's just exactly where you get opportunity," Jones said. "You'll see, he's going to make a big impact." The lack of a contract extension for Cowboys star pass rusher Micah Parsons has been the talk of training camp. The team is no stranger to the situation, with similarly drawn-out contract talks with Lamb and QB Dak Prescott in 2024. Bill Jones told Jerry Jones that Lamb admitted in hindsight that his lack of participation in training camp last year affected his chemistry with Prescott. Bill Jones then asked how much time Parsons would need to be ready for the Cowboys' first game on Sept. 4. "I'm glad that CeeDee said that, and he needs to tell it to everybody. And, if you've got a contract, come to camp," Jerry Jones replied. He did not directly address the negotiations with Parsons. Aside from football, Jones got attention earlier this year for his appearance on the Paramount+ series "Landman." In his scene, Jones gives life advice to the character played by actor John Hamm while he was recovering the hospital, with the script centering around spending time with his kids. Jones said he was surprised about how much attention the scene received. "It reminds me again, it's the subject matter. If you talk about kids, are you talk about the right subject. Now, you may string some strums of some hearts that otherwise wouldn't be listening. And in that case, the part was about, kids and who's going to be with you when you are in the hospital for the last time. All of that was there. We practice that without a doubt," Jones said.

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