Bob Sacamano
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https://www.profootballfocus.com/blog/2014/09/22/refo-cowboys-rams-week-3/
Dallas Cowboys – Performances of Note
Tyron Smith, LT: +2.7
Breakdown: Everyone expected Smith to win his fair share of battles against Robert Quinn but his level of dominance was surprising. Overall he gave up just the solitary hurry to Quinn and even that was marginal leaving Romo plenty of space to step up. He proved too much for Quinn and others in the run game too, recording the joint best grade of any Cowboy in that department (+1.3). Outstanding performance for Smith who is now the ninth-ranked OT overall.
Signature Stat: Smith is currently ninth amongst tackles in pass blocking efficiency, having given up a sack and two hurries in 97 drop-backs.
Tyrone Crawford, DLE: +3.7
Breakdown: After an outstanding outing as a pass rusher against the Titans (+4.3, one hit and five hurries) Crawford put in a more complete performance against the Rams. He had a hit and three hurries on just 25 hurries dominating Davin Joseph on stunts in particular. Crawford also recorded the best run defense grade (+2.1) making a pair of stops along the way. Cap problems have forced a reshuffle on the Cowboys’ line and they need their drafted players to take up the mantle.
Signature Stat: Crawford is currently second in pass rush productivity behind Cameron Wake. His three hits and eight hurries (13.8 PRP) leave him only eighth overall in terms of total pressure but he’s done his damage on just 60 snaps.
Morris Claiborne, RCB: -4.0
Breakdown: The former sixth overall pick hasn’t lived up to his potential so far in his career but, despite a very poor day, secured the win for Dallas. Overall in coverage he gave up five of seven targets for 108 yards a pair of touchdowns and the all-important interception. It says a lot that he’s still not starting entering his third year in the league and the touchdown he gave up to Brian Quick sums up his struggles so far. To compound matters Claiborne has never been a great run defender and he missed another tackle in that department here.
Signature Play: The first play in the second quarter saw Claiborne miss his jam on Quick and then beaten outside and deep in cover three. The first question to ask is why he was jamming in the first place and the second why on earth he was playing aggressively against inside routes.
Dallas Cowboys – Performances of Note
Tyron Smith, LT: +2.7
Breakdown: Everyone expected Smith to win his fair share of battles against Robert Quinn but his level of dominance was surprising. Overall he gave up just the solitary hurry to Quinn and even that was marginal leaving Romo plenty of space to step up. He proved too much for Quinn and others in the run game too, recording the joint best grade of any Cowboy in that department (+1.3). Outstanding performance for Smith who is now the ninth-ranked OT overall.
Signature Stat: Smith is currently ninth amongst tackles in pass blocking efficiency, having given up a sack and two hurries in 97 drop-backs.
Tyrone Crawford, DLE: +3.7
Breakdown: After an outstanding outing as a pass rusher against the Titans (+4.3, one hit and five hurries) Crawford put in a more complete performance against the Rams. He had a hit and three hurries on just 25 hurries dominating Davin Joseph on stunts in particular. Crawford also recorded the best run defense grade (+2.1) making a pair of stops along the way. Cap problems have forced a reshuffle on the Cowboys’ line and they need their drafted players to take up the mantle.
Signature Stat: Crawford is currently second in pass rush productivity behind Cameron Wake. His three hits and eight hurries (13.8 PRP) leave him only eighth overall in terms of total pressure but he’s done his damage on just 60 snaps.
Morris Claiborne, RCB: -4.0
Breakdown: The former sixth overall pick hasn’t lived up to his potential so far in his career but, despite a very poor day, secured the win for Dallas. Overall in coverage he gave up five of seven targets for 108 yards a pair of touchdowns and the all-important interception. It says a lot that he’s still not starting entering his third year in the league and the touchdown he gave up to Brian Quick sums up his struggles so far. To compound matters Claiborne has never been a great run defender and he missed another tackle in that department here.
Signature Play: The first play in the second quarter saw Claiborne miss his jam on Quick and then beaten outside and deep in cover three. The first question to ask is why he was jamming in the first place and the second why on earth he was playing aggressively against inside routes.
