Is the new coaching staff coming in with a fresh approach? Or is it the same old narrative. And what exactly is a “players’ coach”? As Jesse explains, it’s not what you might think. Plus, is the draft-and-develop philosophy working? And there’s going to be a big jump in the salary cap, but for a team that tends to stay away from big splashes in free agency, will we see much of a difference?

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We just saw Jalen Hurts and Patrick Mahomes in the Super Bowl. In today’s NFL, do you need a mobile quarterback to be successful? We also witnessed a dominating Eagles defensive line. Is time for the Cowboys to really focus on that side of the ball? And are mistakes of the past keeping them from being active in free agency now?

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Why is everybody hating on the Chiefs? Do we just get tired of greatness? The Cowboys of the 1990s found that to be true. Our man Nate Newton was there for all three title runs and shares some stories, particularly about his memories of Super Bowl XXX. Plus, have the Cowboys experienced anything like the Luka trade? And our predictions for the big game.

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Time to talk about a new coaching hire. Was there really much risk with this decision? Because it all seems pretty comfortable. Is Brian Schottenheimer that right guy to lead the Cowboys into the future? Despite all his experience, being a head coach is a whole different ball game. One thing is for certain, though, we’ve got hope for what lies ahead.

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Are the Cowboys simply trying to find a coach who makes them comfortable? Should they be looking for someone who can shake things up a little? A coach who has total control? Should they be seeking the players’ input? And just how do the players feel about all this? Are they paying attention to the process? The coaching search marches on …

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With Shannon off to Mexico, the rest of us will have to break down the Cowboys’ current hunt for a new head coach. Could it Deion Sanders, who would bring an even bigger spotlight? How about Robert Saleh? Could he shake up the culture? Or will it be a familiar face in Kellen Moore? He knows his Xs and Os, but can he step up and rally the troops? Lot of different angles to consider as a new era approaches.

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Is this the last game for Mike McCarthy and the coaching staff? If the Cowboys do want him back, are they prepared to give him a raise? Of course, this could also be the last game for several players. For those who will become free agents, who could be the priorities to re-sign? And how about a little story time with Nate and Jesse, who share what it was like after they played their last NFL game.

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Why did Ezekiel Elliott request his release? Was leaving the team before the end of the season the right thing to do? And what about his future? Is he Ring of Honor worthy? Plus, should they start Trey Lance in this final game? What can they learn that they haven’t already? And given Dak Prescott’s injury, should the Cowboys start preparing for the future now?

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The Cowboys don’t really have anything to play for in this last game … or do they? As a team, they’re trying to build a winning culture, and as players, they want to prove to coaches both here and possibly other teams that they’re an asset. And who knows, for some this could be their last time stepping on an NFL field. Think that doesn’t matter?

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Nate, Shannon, and Jesse discuss the latest Dallas Cowboys news & more.

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