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Dallas
Cowboys owner Jerry Jones stated today that he "reads very carefully" what
former Cowboys receiver says in the media.
As
of late, Owens has been very critical of how his release was handled by Jones.
On popular social networking website 'twitter,' Owens stated that offensive
coordinator Jason Garrett and quarterback Tony Romo were partly responsible for
his departure from the team.
In
response to T.O.'s criticism, Jones said that it was "news to him."
Really
Jerry, it was news to you?
In
regards to Terrell's recent statements, both men are playing the same media
game. Both prescribe to the school of thought that no press is bad press and
the more you are in the news, the better for your image. Whether positive or
negative.
This
is the main reason why Jones was drawn to Owens is because of his volatile
nature. Not to mention the media's obsession with the receiver from Alabama.
But
what Jerry seems to miss each and every time is the effect this type of move
will have on his team in the long run.
With
the acquisition of Owens, the Cowboys failed to draft a viable long term
replacement. Instead, the team traded for one time Pro Bowler Roy Williams.
Williams is seen as less explosive version of T.O. with a smaller amount
talent.
Jones
probably stunted the growth of quarterback Tony Romo by allowing Owens to call
shots on offense at times. During games Romo would look for or look for Owens
when he was double or triple covered instead of checking down or dumping the
ball to an open running back.
So
this season will serve as a test of Jones' decision making and the team's true
heart. Will they sink or swim without T.O's production or will they flourish
due in part to his release from the team?
While
I believe that Romo's production will remain as it has over the past few years,
the Cowboys will have to rely more on their running game. Marian Barber will
continue to carry the load, but with change up backs Felix Jones and Tashard
Jones fighting for carries, the release of Owens may serve as a blessing in
disguise for the 'boys in blue and silver.
-JH
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