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Dallas Cowboys Year Report
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Coach: Jimmy Johnson
Yrs: 2
Season Record: 7-9
Overall Record: 8 - 24 (.250)
Status: Many people were doubting Jimmy Johnson�s ability to be a head coach when he set of to an inauspicious debut in the 1989 season at a 1-15 mark. The horrible year for the Cowboys however was remedied with the success of rookie runningback, Emmitt Smith. With a newfound running game to complement a young Troy Aikman the Cowboys actually managed a respectable 7-9 year that will most likely continue to increase. Jimmy signed a 5 year deal when initially joining Dallas, and it appears he may be able to make up for last years horrible record.
Cowboys 1990 Season Schedule
Wk1 - Sep 6 - @Vikings � Won � (16-3)
Wk2 - Sep 16 - Browns - Lost - (7-17)
Wk3 - Sep 24 - @Redskins � Won - (17-10)
Wk4 - Sep 30 � BYE WEEK
Wk5 - Oct 7 � Giants � Won � (20-19)
Wk6 - Oct 14 � Steelers � Lost � (20-30)
Wk7 - Oct 21 - @Packers � Lost � (17-29)
Wk8 - Oct 28 � Lions � Lost � (13-16)
Wk9 - Nov 4 - @Bengals - Lost - (16-23)
Wk10 - Nov 12 � Eagles � Lost � (24-27)
Wk11 - Nov 18 - *No Contest* - (Ravens) - Won
Wk12 - Nov 22 � Bears � Won � (30-13)
Wk13 - Dec 3 � @Seahawks - Lost - (14-20)
Wk14 - Dec 9 � Saints � Won � (35-16)
Wk15 - Dec 16 - @Eagles � Lost � (10-30)
Wk16 - Dec 23 - Redskins - Won - (23-7)
Wk17 - Dec 30 - @Giants - Lost - (0-20)
Cowboys Division Standings
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NFC East TEAM WINS LOSSES TIES PCT PF PA HOME ROAD AFC NFC DIV STREAK [img]http://youthfantasyfootball.com/images/logo/99phi.gif[/img] z-Eagles 13 3 0 0.812 329 213 7-1 6-2 2-2 11-1 5-1 Lost 1 [img]http://youthfantasyfootball.com/images/logo/99was.gif[/img] Redskins 9 7 0 0.562 297 263 6-2 3-5 3-1 6-6 2-4 Won 1 [img]http://youthfantasyfootball.com/images/logo/99nyg.gif[/img] Giants 9 7 0 0.562 331 240 7-1 2-6 3-1 6-6 2-4 Won 1 [img]http://youthfantasyfootball.com/images/logo/99dal.gif[/img]*Cowboys 7 9 0 0.437 272 283 4-4 3-5 1-3 6-6 3-3 Lost 1
Cowboys Team Statistics
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First Downs 253 Third Down Conversions 111 Third Downs 258 Third Down Percentage 43.0% Forth Down Conversions 11 Fourth Downs 22 Fourth Down Percentage 50.0% Two Pt Conversions Made 0 Two Pt Conversions Attempted 0 Two Pt Conversion Percentage 0.0% Offense Redzone Num 40 Offense Redzone TDs 20 Offense Redzone FGs 11 Offense Redzone Percentage 77.5% Rushing Yards 1828 Rushing TDs 12 Passing Yards 2508 Passing TDs 16 Offensive Pass Interceptions 13 TOTAL OFFENSE 4336 Defensive Pass Interceptions 19 Fumbles Lost 16 Penalties 126 Penalty Yds 1037 Turnovers 29
Cowboys Team Rankings------------------------------------------------------------
Offense
Total Yards - 6,295 - NFL (17th) - Div (3rd)
Total Offense - 4,336 - NFL (14th) - Div (3rd)
Passing Yards - 2,508- NFL (19th) - Div (4th)
Rushing Yards - 1,828 - NFL (9th) - Div (3rd)
Points Per Game - 17.0 - NFL (23rd) - Div (rth)
Passing TD - 16 - NFL (18th tie) - Div (4th)
Rushing TD - 12 - NFL (10th tie) - Div (1st tie)
1st Downs - 253- NFL (11th) - Div (2nd)
Sacks Allowed - 43 - NFL (11th tie) - Div (2nd)
Redzone Attempts - 40 - NFL (8th) - Div (2nd)
Redzone TD - 20 - NFL (11th tie) - Div (2nd)
Redzone FG - 11 - NFL (17th tie) - Div (3rd)
Redzone Scoring % - 77 - NFL (19th tie) - Div (2nd)
Defense
Total Yards - 3,746 - NFL (7th) - Div (2nd)
Passing Yards - 2,235 - NFL (4th) - Div (1st)
Rushing Yards - 1,511 - NFL (12th) - Div (3rd)
Avg. Pts Against � 17.6 - NFL (17th tie) - Div (4th)
Sacks - 44 - NFL (18th tie) - Div (1st tie)
Interceptions - 19 - NFL (12th tie) - Div (2nd)
Fumbles Recovered - 10 - NFL (27th tie) - Div (3rd)
Redzone Attempts - 38 - NFL (19th tie) - Div (4th)
Redzone TD - 18 - NFL (18th tie) - Div (3rd)
Redzone FG - 15 - NFL (29th tie) - Div (3rd tie)
Redzone Scoring % � 86 - NFL (25th tie) - Div (3rd)
Efficiency
3rd Dwn Conversion - 111 - NFL (8th) - Div (3rd)
3rd Dwn Attempt - 258 - NFL (10th) - Div (2nd)
3rd Dwn % - 43 - NFL (6th tie) - Div (2nd tie)
4th Dwn Conversion - 11 - NFL (15th tie) - Div (3rd)
4th Dwn Attempt - 22 - NFL (3rd tie) - Div (1st)
4th Down % - 50 - NFL (24th tie) - Div (4th)
2 Pt Conv - 0 - NFL (19th tie) - Div (4th)
2 Pt Att - 0 - NFL (27th tie) - Div (4th)
2 Pt % - 0 - NFL (19th tie) - Div (4th)
Penalites - 126 - NFL (19th) - Div (3rd)
Yards Penalized � 1,037 - NFL (25th) - Div (3rd)
Turnovers
Interceptions Thrown - 13 - NFL (5th) - Div (1st)
Fumbles Lost - 16 - NFL (19th tie) - Div (3rd tie)
Giveaways - 29 - NFL (9th tie) - Div (3rd)
Defensive Interceptions - 19 - NFL (12th tie) - Div (2nd)
Fumbles Recovered - 10 - NFL (27th tie) - Div (3rd)
Takeaways - 29 - NFL (23rd tie) - Div (2nd tie)
Turnover Difference � (0) - NFL (16th tie) - Div (3rd)
Cowboys Individual Player Statistics
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Cowboys Team MVP
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LB � Jack Del Rio
Cowboys Player Standouts
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1. - HB � Emmitt Smith � 393 att � 3.8 avg � 1,527 yds � 8 td � 9 fum � 50 rec � 394 yds � 1 td
Info: This Florida Gator runningback made a huge impact in his first season with the NFL. After being selected in the 1st round by the Dallas Cowboys they had high hopes and put Smith to work from the get go as the team�s starter, and boy did it pay off. Smith trampled defenses for over 1,900 combined yards, and managed to score 9 total touchdowns for the teams offense. Emmitt Smith not only proved himself to be a great back for the Cowboys, but Smith stomped the competition on his way to winning the Offensive Rookie Of The Year award.
2. - [b]DE � Daniel Stubbs � 37 Tak � 8 Loss � 12 Sack � 2 FF � 1 FR[/ b]
Info: Jeff Herrod not only led the Colts defense in tackles, but this linebacker Daniel Stubbs surprised the Dallas Cowboys as he led his team in sacks this year by double the closest competitor. Stubbs 12 sacks saw him earn his first pro bowl appearance. Stubbs will hopefully continue to play at the level he produced this season and thusly bring the Cowboys rush attack up a notch.
3. - LB � Jack Del Rio � 107 Tak � 6 Loss � 6 Sack � 2 FF � 8 Deflect � 2 Int
Info: Linebacker Jack Del Rio once again produced a solid year for the Cowboys. His 107 tackles were second on the team and he established himself all over the field with not only 6 sacks on the quarterback, but 8 deflections and 2 interceptions.
4. � QB � Troy Aikman � 283 of 502 att � 56% - 2,843 yds � 16 td � 13 int � 72.5 qbrat
Info: Troy Aikman proved that the Cowboys weren�t wrong in throwing him to the wolves last year, as he produced much better this season as a result. In 1989 Aikman had a horrible 11 touchdown to 18 interception ratio in the Cowboys 1-15 run. This season improving on all marks with 16 touchdowns with only 13 interceptions, and 6 more victories. If Aikman can progress the way he did this year this off-season, then Dallas is in for a solid future with him at their quarterback position.
Cowboys Player Letdowns
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1. - WR � Kelvin Martin � 46 rec � 13.5 avg � 623 yds � 4 td � 7 drop
Info: Kelvin Martin definitely did not have #1 receiver numbers in 1990, however it was not entirely his fault. With the plans of youngster Michael Irvin stepping into a larger role this year, it was expected that Martin wouldn�t put up stellar numbers. However Martin was supposed to be the clear cut #1 on the team, and with a paltry 623 yards leading his team receiving, there were definitely some problems in the passing game. With 4 touchdowns to his 7 drops Martin did not wow with his hands this season. Next year will most likely see Michael Irvin being given a shot at the #1 spot, as a short-fused Dallas may not want to stick around with Martin for much longer.
2. - CB � Manny Hendrix � 21 Tak � 5 Deflect � 1 Int � 1 TD
Info: While Manny Hendrix did account for the only defensive touchdown of the entire season for the Cowboys, he still was a letdown this year. Hendrix was the #2 cornerback for the Cowboys going in, and his 5 deflections and 1 pick outcome definitely did not light up the charts. Hendrix has Robert Williams breathing down his neck to take over the spot, so next season there will likely be a tough battle to see who makes it out.
3. - K � Ken Willis � 21 of 35 fg � 60% - 29 of 30 xp � 96%
Info: Ken Willis missed 14 field goals during the year for the Cowboys, definitely not what they wanted. With those kinds of numbers Dallas could be looking for a new kicker in the off-season. While Willis does have 1 more year in his contract, it is unknown whether or not the Cowboys and Jimmy Johnson will put up with a 60% field goal rate.
Cowboys Review
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Review: The Dallas Cowboys had a huge turnaround this season compared to last year. If they can fill in the final pieces, and watch their current young stars develop in the off-season, the Cowboys could easily find themselves in good territory come next year. With Jimmy Johnson bringing a good coaching style to the team, how far they go is truly up to them. With the three offensive weapons Troy Aikman, Emmitt Smith, and Michael Irvin all putting up decent years could be a sign of things to come.
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