Dallas Cowboys at New York Giants Game Observations
By Reid Hanson
Nov 24, 2013; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants running back
Brandon Jacobs(34) carries the ball and is brought down by Dallas Cowboys defensive tackle
Jason Hatcher(97) and corner back
Brandon Carr(39) during the fourth quarter of a game at MetLife Stadium. The Cowboys defeated the Giants 24-21. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports
Sunday afternoon’s match-up between the Dallas Cowboys and the New York Giants was pretty telling for both teams. The Giants may have finally fallen from contention in the NFC East while the Cowboys jumped back into the lead. But it wasn’t all sunshine and rainbows for the Dallas Cowboys…
Game Observations:
The wind sure seemed to change directions in the Giants favor pretty often, didn’t it? No, I’m not saying the Giants have found a way to manipulate the heavens. We all know God is a Cowboys fan anyway. I am just reminded of the stories Bill Parcells shared reminiscing of his days with the NYG. He said they would open and close the tunnel doors before and after kicks to alter the wind currents. It’s hard not to be suspicious after hearing that.
Nov 24, 2013; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; Dallas Cowboys tight end Jason Witten (82) scores a touchdown past New York Giants cornerback Terrell Thomas (24) in the first half during the game at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Deutsch-USA TODAY Sports
Jason Witten has been an amazing blocker this season. He hasn’t always been this good of a blocker but something happened to him this season. Perhaps it’s the zone blocking scheme or perhaps he is just more focused on executing. The past couple years I was convinced he was fading as premier NFL TE. Instead he has improved in every aspect of his game this year. I’m happy to be wrong!
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