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Instant Analysis: Tony Romo was at his best when it was winning time
By
Jon Machota / Special Contributor
jonmachota32@yahoo.com | Bio
6:02 PM on Thu., Nov. 24, 2011 | Permalink
ARLINGTON - Say hello to a four-game winning streak. The Cowboys continued their winning ways Thursday, defeating the Dolphins 20-19. Winning the games you are supposed to win, that's what Dallas continues to do, cracking that playoff door open a little more with each victory.
Here are my five thoughts on Thursday's win over a Miami team that had won their previous three.
1.) Make sure you buckle your seatbelt if you want to ride the Romocoaster. After throwing two interceptions on his first five passes, Tony Romo bounced back to toss two touchdowns and lead a solid game-winning drive with Dallas down 19-17. He was at his best when the Cowboys needed to answer a Miami score and that's what's important. When it was winning time, Romo delivered.
2.) Laurent Robinson continues to play at an All-Pro level. It's somewhat hard to believe that a free agent receiver can come in and have the impact that he has over the last five games. During that time, Robinson has been the Cowboys' top receiving threat and most reliable red zone target. Thursday's two-touchdown performance gives the 26-year-old seven touchdown catches over the last five games. Is Jerry Jones already working on a long-term contract?
3.) This secondary can make it difficult to digest a Thanksgiving dinner. Whether it was poor coverage during a few key situations or some costly penalties, the Cowboys safeties and corners gave the Dolphins life on several occasions. Miami's lone touchdown drive came courtesy of a poor defensive play on Alan Ball on third down and Terence Newman's inability to prevent a touchdown despite committing one of the more aggressive pass interference penalties of this NFL season. Larry Fitzgerald could be in for a career day in Week 13.
4.) On this day, Cowboys fans should be thankful for DeMarco Murray's ability to hang on to the football. While Murray was a dependable workhorse again, his ball security is what helped the Cowboys get in position for the game-winning field goal. Murray finished with 87 yards on 22 carries. There's no way that the Cowboys are 7-4 without him.
5.) Oh, just another game-winning field goal from the rookie. Dan Bailey certainly made it look easy Thursday, kicking his third game-winner this season and second in as many games. It sure makes it easy on Jason Garrett, knowing he has a steady kicker at his disposal. Garrett's coaching style equates to a lot of close games, so Bailey definitely helps in that regard.
By
Jon Machota / Special Contributor
jonmachota32@yahoo.com | Bio
6:02 PM on Thu., Nov. 24, 2011 | Permalink
ARLINGTON - Say hello to a four-game winning streak. The Cowboys continued their winning ways Thursday, defeating the Dolphins 20-19. Winning the games you are supposed to win, that's what Dallas continues to do, cracking that playoff door open a little more with each victory.
Here are my five thoughts on Thursday's win over a Miami team that had won their previous three.
1.) Make sure you buckle your seatbelt if you want to ride the Romocoaster. After throwing two interceptions on his first five passes, Tony Romo bounced back to toss two touchdowns and lead a solid game-winning drive with Dallas down 19-17. He was at his best when the Cowboys needed to answer a Miami score and that's what's important. When it was winning time, Romo delivered.
2.) Laurent Robinson continues to play at an All-Pro level. It's somewhat hard to believe that a free agent receiver can come in and have the impact that he has over the last five games. During that time, Robinson has been the Cowboys' top receiving threat and most reliable red zone target. Thursday's two-touchdown performance gives the 26-year-old seven touchdown catches over the last five games. Is Jerry Jones already working on a long-term contract?
3.) This secondary can make it difficult to digest a Thanksgiving dinner. Whether it was poor coverage during a few key situations or some costly penalties, the Cowboys safeties and corners gave the Dolphins life on several occasions. Miami's lone touchdown drive came courtesy of a poor defensive play on Alan Ball on third down and Terence Newman's inability to prevent a touchdown despite committing one of the more aggressive pass interference penalties of this NFL season. Larry Fitzgerald could be in for a career day in Week 13.
4.) On this day, Cowboys fans should be thankful for DeMarco Murray's ability to hang on to the football. While Murray was a dependable workhorse again, his ball security is what helped the Cowboys get in position for the game-winning field goal. Murray finished with 87 yards on 22 carries. There's no way that the Cowboys are 7-4 without him.
5.) Oh, just another game-winning field goal from the rookie. Dan Bailey certainly made it look easy Thursday, kicking his third game-winner this season and second in as many games. It sure makes it easy on Jason Garrett, knowing he has a steady kicker at his disposal. Garrett's coaching style equates to a lot of close games, so Bailey definitely helps in that regard.
