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The new HBO series “Hard Knocks: Training Camp with The Dallas Cowboys” started tonight. If you didn’t catch it I’m sure there will be several repeats every week. The show airs every Wednesday at 9pm central time.

I thought it was pretty interesting but I would have loved to see more of the players and a little less of Jerry Jones. I am sure it was written into the contract that he must get his face time.

They pointed out on the show that Roy Williams will be wearing a new number this year, #38. I guess he is trying to shed the skin of his former safety play and turn over a new leaf? Whatever! I do know that it will help the entire secondary to have Dave Campo as their coach this year. He is a defensive guru and to have him focusing on the defensive backs will be a huge help.

The show pointed out a few hazing incidents where the veteran players put the rookies through the ringer. It seemed all in fun, hopefully they didn’t get too out of hand but Boys will be Boys.

When you get a chance, check it out and let me know your thoughts. My overall take on the show was, it was funny but I would have liked to see more substance. But, anything Cowboy is good in my book.

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After a relatively quiet first day of training camp for the Cowboys, Friday night brings some good news. Team executive Stephen Jones announced that first round picks Felix Jones and Mike Jenkins have agreed to terms and will sign on the dotted line Saturday morning.

Both players will probably miss Saturday mornings workout but should be ready for the afternoon practice scheduled for 3:30 pm.

Today’s workout was mostly a barometer for the coaches to make sure the players are ready to go. Tomorrow will see more normal drills and begin the process of preparation for the regular season.

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Well, the Fourth of July has come and gone, and that can only mean one thing…Dallas Cowboys Training Camp is only a few weeks away! The Cowboys’ players will arrive in Oxnard, California on July 24th and begin practicing on July 25th at 2:30pm. Here is a schedule, if you’re in the area be sure to check them out.

Heading into training camp, there are plenty of questions to be answered. At WR fans are curious as to whether Terry Glenn will be able to step back in and help or if we will need to depend on one of the new recruits. Glenn and the Cowboys have trying to work out details of his contract. The team doesn’t want to guarantee Glenn a large salary if he is unable to play. We’ll see how that works out pretty soon.

Adam “I will honor his wishes and not mention the P word” Jones’ ability to play…or not…will only create more questions in the defense. If he does start at right cornerback, Anthony Henry, will need to find a new place. Henry needs to be a regular so would the Cowboys try to move him to the other side, or maybe to safety? Will Roy Williams figure out how to fit into the defensive scheme, or will he become a part time player?

These are just a few of the many questions we will look to have answered. Oh! Don’t forget, this years Training Camp will be featured on the HBO special sports series, “Hard Knocks“. The show will begin airing on August 6th every Wednesday at 9pm central time. I believe they will show 5 or 6 episodes leading up to the beginning of the regular season…I can’t wait!

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