SportsGirl

Football, that is. Well, pre-season to be exact, but still it’s something other than baseball. (no offense baseball) You know, I’ll happily attend a baseball game, especially when I know the hot dogs will be good. But I just can’t get into watching baseball on tv. Maybe it’s because we’re currently celebrating Barry Bonds’ assention into Home Run King status. Gag.

But my beloved football is here again! Of course, I’m watching the Cowboys and so far through a quarter and a half, I’m pleased with what I’m seeing. Now, if you lived here in Dallas, you’d probably be as sick as I am with everyone practically drooling over this year’s squad. I’m not ready to annoint them as the NFC champs. But from what I’m seeing, I’m definitely of the mindset that they at least stand a chance. Other than the fact that poor Marion Barber can’t seem to gain a single yard, the offensive line isn’t doing a bad job of blocking, even with some backups at tackle. I like what I’m seeing with Tony Romo; so far he’s making good decisions and is completing some long passes. Not bad, Boys! Not bad.

Now again, we’re talking about 2 quarters of pre-season football. Last season I think the Boys had the right pieces, it was just execution that stood in their way. Yes, they want to blame it on Parcells and say he stifled the offense. But having a “genius” defensive minded coach as your leader doesn’t automatically guaranty you’ll execute well. Still can’t get used to the fact that Wade Phillips is the man generating so much excitement here in this city, but hopefully I’ll be proven wrong. The big D gets so darn gloomy when the Boys aren’t doing well!