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Dallas Cowboys: Three New Heroes That Will Help Win The East

Found December 20, 2012 on Football Nation: Yardbarker Blogger Network
PLAYERS: Kevin Ogletree,  Sean Lissemore,  Cole Beasley,  Dez Bryant,  Miles Austin
TEAMS: Dallas Cowboys
Over the course of this season the Dallas Cowboys have had to patch up and do running repairs, in many positions. This has caused players to move around and play in positions they are unaccustomed to. The adjustments they've made have helped the team to its current position, a tie at the top of the NFC East and in control of their playoff destiny.Here are three of the unsung heroes that will help push the Cowboys to their 22nd division title, and 31st playoff appearance.A key element to the recent Cowboys' success has been the emergence of Dwayne Harris.Over the past five weeks he has been the third choice receiver, and has caught 15 passes for 181 yards, an average of 12.1 per catch. Starting the year as the team's primary punt returner, he has also carried out these duties over the past few weeks.His dual function means he is gaining more confidence. This is clearly shown, every time he touches the ball it looks like he may break away for a large gain or even a score. ...
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