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The crystal ball was brought back down to Earth this past week by going 2-2.  That puts the crystal ball at 25-22-1 for the season.  That’s three games over .500 (.531 to be exact).  The Cowboys and the Jets let the crystal ball down this past week.  The crystal ball assures me it will rebound this coming weekend.  Let’s review and see what happened last week.

Last Week: 2-2

Overall:  25-22-1

Dallas @ Pittsburgh:  The Cowboys had the lead for most of the game.  The ‘Boys had the Steelers on the ropes all afternoon.  Dallas out-gained Pittsburgh in every statistical category, except the turnover battle.  The Cowboys committed 5 turnovers, while the Steelers turned the ball over twice.  It was over when Romo threw a pick-6 in the final minutes of the game.  The ‘Boys played a tough game, but they could not put the Steelers away when they had the chance.

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           This past Sunday, the Cowboys had a 10-point lead against the Pittsburgh Steelers, late in the 4th quarter.  Then disaster struck, as the Cowboys were not able to finish off the Steelers.  All the Cowboys needed were a couple of first downs and the game would be over.  Nope…didn’t happen!  The Cowboys let the Steelers tie the game with about 2 minutes left in regulation.  Then, Romo gave the entire Steeler Nation an early Christmas present by throwing a pick-6…game over!

The Cowboys are now 8-5, and they are hanging by a thread to the 6th (and final) play-ff spot in the NFC.  If the ‘Boys were to win the rest of their games, they would be assured of making the tournament.  That’s not an easy task, as the Cowboys have faltered in December the past few years.  They must right the ship if they want to be playing in January.

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           Each week, on Friday, I will look into my (never wrong, just misinformed) crystal ball and give my predictions for that weekend’s games.  I will always prognosticate on the Eagles and Cowboys games and then pick two more games of interest (to me, that is, not necessarily to you).  Keep in mind, that this is for entertainment purposes only, and that I do not endorse any sort of legal or illegal gambling.  That being said…let’s see what’s in my crystal ball!

           The crystal ball was on fire last week, going 4-0 for the week.  Not too shabby, huh?  The crystal ball is now 23-20-1, which is 3 games over .500 (.534 to be exact).  Well, enough of the horn tooting…let’s get down to the task at hand.  This week is going to be tough because there are a lot of games with play-off implications.  The crystal ball is ready for the challenge.  Let’s take a peek into the future and see what will happen this Sunday.

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           Each week I will answer questions submitted by my loyal readers.  I personally read every single email I receive.  I will pick out the best five or so to use for the weekly post, as I wont be able to answer all of them.  I will also answer one or two questions on my daily posts as well.  Now it’s time to open the mail!

Eric F., Philadelphia, PA:  What do you think of Kyle Eckel?  Have the eagles finally found a true fullback?

Utopia1dc:  Eric, Kyle Eckel is a hometown product out of Haverford.  He attended Episcopal Academy in Philadelphia, and then went on to star at Navy.  He was named MVP of the Army-Navy game two years in a row.  He is 4th all-time in rushing at Navy, so he knows how to carry the rock.  He is a good blocker as well.  What’s not to like?  The Eagles would be wise to give him a shot at being their starting fullback…everyone knows they could use one!

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           The Cowboys find themselves in the middle of the herd for the play-off race.  They have won three straight games, and four out of their last five.  The ‘Boys stand at 8-4, which is a decent record.  This year, if the season ended today, the Dallas Cowboys would be watching on TV…like you and me.  The Cowboys trail the Giants by three games, with four to play.  The division is out of reach.  The ‘Boys must travel via the wildcard route.

           The Cowboys actually have a better record than two of the division leaders.  The Vikings and Cardinals are both 7-5, but they would be in the tournament, and the ‘Boys would be out!  I don’t think that it’s fair, but that’s the rules…and you can’t argue the rules!  They are what they are!

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The crystal ball had a stellar week by going undefeated at 4-0.  That puts the crystal ball at 23-20-1 for the season.  That’s three games over .500 (.534 to be exact).  The crystal ball has a slightly sore back this week.  You know…with all that patting itself on the back stuff!  Let’s review and see what happened last week.

Last Week: 4-0

Overall:  23-20-1

Seattle @ Dallas:  The Cowboys looked good from start to finish.  That’s what is expected when you play a team like the Seahawks.  Once the ‘Boys had the lead, they never looked back.  They kept the pedal to the metal, and didn’t let Seattle back in the game.  The only downer was the injuries to DeMarcus Ware and Marion Barber.  Both left the game and didn’t return, but they should be fine for this week’s match-up against the Steelers.

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           Each week I will answer questions submitted by my loyal readers.  I personally read every single email I receive.  I will pick out the best five or so to use for the weekly post, as I wont be able to answer all of them.  I will also answer one or two questions on my daily posts as well.  Now it’s time to open the mail!

Johnny A., Norristown, PA:  I am a diehard Eagles fan.  The Eagles looked great on Thursday but do you think they can squeak into the playoffs?

Utopia1dc:  Johnny…that’s going to be a tough task.  D-Mac was on fire and Westbrook looked a lot better than he has in several weeks.  If the Eagles continue to play like that, anything is possible.  They could be dangerous if they can make it into the tournament.  It doesn’t look too promising, as the Birds have dug a huge hole for themselves.

Continue reading "Reality Mail Bag - 12/01/08"

           Each week, on Friday, I will look into my (never wrong, just misinformed) crystal ball and give my predictions for that weekend games.  I will always prognosticate on the Eagles and Cowboys games and then pick two more games of interest (to me, that is, not necessarily to you).  Keep in mind, that this is for entertainment purposes only, and that I do not endorse any sort of legal or illegal gambling.  That being said…let’s see what’s in my crystal ball!

           The crystal ball was 2-2 last week, and that’s not acceptable.  The crystal ball is now 19-20-1 for the season, just a tad under .500 (.488 to be exact).  Hopefully this week, it will rebound on the short week.  Today is Thanksgiving Day and both the Cowboys and Eagles square off (separately) in very important conference games.  Each team needs a win if they want to move on into the play-offs.  Let’s take a look at what the crystal ball has to say.

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The crystal ball had a mediocre week, to say the least.  The crystal ball went 2-2 for the week, and is now 19-20-1 for the season.  That’s just slightly under .500 (.488 to be exact).  We need to give it props for predicting the upset of the year (in my opinion).  On the other hand, we must chastise it for the debacle in Denver.  Let’s review what happened.

Last Week: 2-2

Overall:  19-20-1

San Francisco @ Dallas:  This game started out close, but the 49ers were only able to convert 2 field goals early in the game.  The Cowboys defense did their job by not allowing the game to get out of reach, while the offense was struggling.  In the 2nd quarter, the ‘Boys offense exploded, as Romo hit Owens on a 75-yard bomb for a TD.  After that, it was smooth sailing for Dallas, as Owens had a career-type day with 7 receptions, 213 yards, and a TD.  The ‘Boys seem to be back on track to make a push for the play-offs!

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           Yesterday, the Cowboys defeated the San Francisco 49ers, at Texas Stadium, by a score of 35-22.  Don’t let the score fool you, the ‘Boys were in cruise control mid-way through the 2nd quarter.  The Cowboys defense started off a little shaky, but they were able to limit the 49ers to field goals.  After the 1st quarter, the boys trailed 6-0, but that’s when it happened…the game changed in an instant!

           The Cowboys got the ball at their own 23-yard line to start the 2nd quarter.  After an incomplete pass by Romo, and a 2-yard dive by Barber, the ‘Boys were faced with a 3rd and 8 from their own 25-yard line.  The Cowboys were in shotgun formation.  Romo was flushed to his right; he looked up and found Owens streaking down the sideline.  Romo fired a bomb that landed in Owens hands.  Owens broke a tackle and took it to the house, for a 75-yard TD.

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