Between the victory over the Falcons and the preparation for the game against the Chiefs, there are several talking points surrounding the Cowboys at this point in the week. And as usual, Jerry Jones was interviewed about it on 105.3 The Fan.
This Tuesday, the owner and general manager of the cowboy team was asked about different topics. And one of them was what many consider to be a risky carry by Dak Prescott in the third quarter against the Falcons, with the game almost doomed. On that play, the quarterback could get hurt, a concern that remains latent after the calf injury from which he has just recovered.
“That worries me”Jones said of the risk Prescott took on that play. “I would like to tell you to better choose your opportunities and to take into account the difference in each one of them. That is impossible to happen because he is a competitor, and he will finish the plays the best he can. We realized that, at the end of the year, it’s about staying upright “.
Jerry Jones on @1053thefan on this Dak Prescott TD: “I worry about it. We got to realize that at the end of the year what this is about is being standing. Warren Buffett one time said the hardest thing about accumulating wealth is to be there to spend it.” pic.twitter.com/3oEgUWIB19
– Jon Machota (onjonmachota) November 16, 2021
Already thinking about Sunday’s game against Kansas City, Jerry Jones was asked about the possible availability of Tyron Smith for that game. This, in part, due to the optimistic statements of his son Stephen Jones in this regard.
“I would say that I have the same information that he has”said the owner of the cowboy team. “We’ll see as the week goes on, but Tyron is very… I wouldn’t say predictable, but you can gauge what he’s doing and how he’s doing it. He’s quite the pro at this point in his career, and you can have a good idea of whether he’ll be active this week. And it looks good “.
On LT Tyron Smith being available against the Chiefs, Jerry Jones tells @1053thefan, “We’ll see as the week goes along, but Tyron is … He’s the ultimate pro at this stage in his career, and you can get a good feel if he’s going to be active that week, and it looks good.”
— Brianna Dix (@DixBrianna) November 16, 2021
It’s worth mentioning that Tyron Smith wasn’t the only Cowboys offensive lineman talked about in the interview. Jones also highlighted the work done by Terence Steele at left tackle. However, Jerry does not immediately know what Steele’s role will be when Smith recovers from his injury.
Another point made in the interview has to do with guard Connor Williams. His constant penalties are a problem that, if left uncorrected, could cost the Cowboys games. And that’s something that almost happened against the Patriots and Vikings. In fact, the interviewer asked Jerry Jones if the team is considering using Connor McGovern instead of Williams because of the latter’s penalties.
“Making a change of position is something complicated: left side, right side”the Cowboys owner said Tuesday. “McGovern has spent most of his time playing on the right side. So, that would be an adjustment. But his athletic ability, especially for someone his size, is a huge advantage. We want to use that. And we should “.
#Cowboys‘ Jerry Jones tells @1053thefan that Connor McGovern has spent most of his time playing on the right side, which is why you can’t exactly put him in at left guard.
— Mark Lane (@therealmarklane) November 16, 2021
In the same vein, Jones is confident that Connor Williams can improve his game. In fact, he pointed out an aspect that the offensive lineman has to focus on in the coming games.
“Connor Williams has work to do in relation to the perception of the officers and what he’s doing with the officers.”Jones said of the Dallas left guard. “That is something that hard work and being sensitive about it can help. Your technique, as an offensive lineman, is something you can adjust and direct. That is something that can be worked on. We have great coaches. I’m looking for Connor Williams to improve on that “.
#Cowboys‘ Jerry Jones tells @1053thefan he looks for things to improve with LG Connor Williams and his penalty struggles.
— Mark Lane (@therealmarklane) November 16, 2021
Aside from these statements from Jerry Jones on Tuesday, there is an update regarding Tyron Smith. According to Wednesday’s practice report, Smith participated on a limited basis in the day’s workouts. Although his status heading into Sunday’s game is still in doubt, there is some optimism about it.
For now, it remains to be seen what happens to the Cowboys’ offensive line heading into Sunday. Smith’s involvement or not will determine whether Terence Steele will play in his place, or whether he will take over from La’el Collins at right tackle. As for Connor Williams, the coaching staff has no plans to replace him during this difficult stretch of the calendar. However, the team is confident that Williams can improve on his penalty problem.
