Time to PONY UP

Cowboys 31, Giants 33

If you watched the game, you saw the Giants win with a last second field goal. But let me tell you something, that game was lost months ago.

Forget the story you read this morning that said that Romo is the real problem with the team and not T.O.

The problem lies within the character of the club- and that character is defined by its owner.

The focus last night should not have been on the Tower of Babel; instead it should have been focused on winning the game. Have you heard some of the player's comments? They said it feels more like entertainment complex on steroids than a football stadium. Think I'm off base? Did you know that 30,000 people bought tickets that didn't come with a seat? Did you know that the players are paraded in front of the fans as they enter the stadium? A fish bowl would be an upgrade. One whiff of the pomp and circumstance and I knew the Boys were in for a bad night.

And yet, the Cowboys could have won this game going away. The offensive and defensive lines dominated on both sides of the ball. The O-line's push and seperation allowed the Boys to rush for a total of 251 yards and 3 touchdowns. The defensive line, despite not getting any sacks, put significant pressure on Manning all night. So why did the Cowboys lose?

Four things:

• The Secondary is soft. Newman, Jenkins, Scandrick , and Hamlin aren't getting it done. In 2 games, they've allowed 606 yards passing and 3 touchdowns. How bout them apples?


• Romo has to take better care of the ball. Last night's pick 6 and deep ball pick were just brutal momentum killers.


• The Dallas receiving core is weak. A very average crop at best. Not one of them strikes fear into the hearts of their opponents. Not one.


• Character. All Show and no Prove. I don't feel this team is playing with a sense of urgency. Instead, they're playing with a sense of entitlement. Not as brash, but similar to last year's attitude and expectations. Instead of being out there, it lurks beneath the surface like an unseen cancer.

During the summer I predicted the Boys would go 10-6 and make the playoffs. They'd surprise people with a renewed sense of purpose and a retooled offense focused on the run. But you cannot change character. Yes they're a really good running team now. And yes I actually really believe in this team. But Jerry has to change its character and the smell of the air. Take the focus away from the stadium and put it back on football.

That's all for now. We'll talk at the end of the season about firing the coach and bringing in Anquan.

Da Rhino is out!