The special teams rarely get any glory on the gridiron. In fact, more often than not, they are only heard about when something goes terribly wrong. But over the 63 years of Dallas Cowboys’ history, four players have made their … Read more
Written by: Richard Paolinelli
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We’ve been rolling through the Cowboys roster in our 2022 training camp previews, and today we’re going to look at special teams. Dallas currently enjoys stability at punter and long snapper and hopes that a change at kicker will bring balance to the group. You have punter Bryan … Read more
Written by: Jess Haynie
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While things are still very uncertain at the kicker position, the Cowboys aren’t messing around at punter or long snapper in 2022. They will bring back two of the league’s best in Bryan Anger and Jake McQuaide, and Dallas should expect a lot from them given their premium … Read more
Written by: Jess Haynie
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More than a few eyes rolled when the Cowboys brought in veteran Punter Bryan Anger this offseason. Hunter Niswander had seemingly earned the job in 2020, but Dallas clearly thought they could do better. So far, Anger has justified the decision by beating Niswander’s stats and most of … Read more
Written by: Jess Haynie
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There’s certainly been a flurry of moving parts on the Cowboys’ roster since Tuesday’s cut deadline. But while most of the dust has settled, Dallas still has to address a few more issues regarding their punter, a starting offensive lineman, and a key offensive roleplayer before they begin … Read more
Written by: Jess Haynie
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It appears Hunter Niswander won’t just be handed the punter job in 2021 after all. The Dallas Cowboys are signing veteran Bryan Anger to a one-year deal, creating what could be a close competition. Anger has spent the last two years with the Houston Texans but was released … Read more
Written by: Jess Haynie
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Chris Jones’ decade-long run as punter for the Dallas Cowboys had ended. The veteran was released today just as the free agency opened around the NFL, giving the Cowboys some additional salary cap space to work with. With just one year left on his contract, Jones was scheduled … Read more
Written by: Jess Haynie
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Hunter Niswander has only served as the Dallas Cowboys punter for eight games, replacing Chris Jones midway through the 2020 season. His strong play was enough to not only become the favorite for the job next season but already has Niswander at the top of one of the … Read more
Written by: Jess Haynie
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After placing longtime punter Chris Jones on injured reserve this week, the Dallas Cowboys have planned workouts with two veterans at the position; Marquette King and Colton Schmidt. One of these players may be signed and taking over the job for Dallas following their Week 10 bye. Dallas’ … Read more
Written by: Jess Haynie
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There was concern about Chris Jones retaining his job as the Dallas Cowboys’ punter in 2020, and especially going unchallenged with no other punters in training camp. But it sounds like Jones is looking like his old self again and that should be a nice boost to Dallas’ … Read more
Written by: Jess Haynie
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The Dallas Cowboys are riding high coming off a great 2020 NFL Draft and strong offseason work thus far. One surprising decision, though, has been the lack of any changes or additions at punter. Despite a down year in 2019 and some intriguing options available, Chris Jones is … Read more
Written by: Jess Haynie
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Special teams play was a big topic last year for the Dallas Cowboys and that will likely continue into the 2020 offseason. Kicker, punter, and long snapper may all be changing, and the arrival of a new coordinator could bring even more shakeup throughout the different units. With … Read more
Written by: Jess Haynie
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For all the arguments centered around players like Dak Prescott and Jaylon Smith, the Dallas Cowboys’ biggest weakness in 2019 was their special teams unit. Dallas was 30th in special teams DVOA in 2019, above only the Panthers and Chargers. Rarely did they provide their offense with short … Read more
Written by: Kevin Brady
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The Dallas Cowboys have only had two full-time punters for the last 16 seasons; Chis Jones and Mat McBriar before him. After a few down years for Jones, though, it looks like the job may finally change hands again during the 2020 offseason. Jones took over in 2012 … Read more
Written by: Jess Haynie
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The preseason is finally over. The Dallas Cowboys are set to play the New York Giants on Sunday, September 8th in a regular season game that actually matters. But before, the team must decide who will make up its 53-man roster. A lot of players will be cut … Read more
Written by: Mauricio Rodriguez
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The Dallas Cowboys will face decision time in the kicking department once cut-down day arrives. Last season, Kicker Brett Maher did a decent job as the team’s starter. Maher actually wrote his name on the franchise’s record book by kicking the longest field goal in Cowboys history. A … Read more
Written by: Mauricio Rodriguez
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For years, the Dallas Cowboys enjoyed comfortable stability in their special teams groups. But 2019 has a big question mark at kicker, and how the Cowboys handle that spot could have a major impact on game outcomes. What does that mean for the 2019 training camp? Before we … Read more
Written by: Jess Haynie
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Year after year the Dallas Cowboys try to do their best to create competition at every position, especially since Jason Garrett has taken over as head coach. Creating competition throughout the roster has actually become one of his coaching mantras, which is no surprise coming from a former … Read more
Written by: Brian Martin
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Some have argued that the words “kicker” and “punter” don’t belong in the same sentence as “NFL Draft.” But just last year, six special teams players were drafted by NFL teams. Could the Dallas Cowboys consider such a player with one of their 2019 draft picks? From 2009-2018, … Read more
Written by: Jess Haynie
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While the Dallas Cowboys’ offseason conversations have centered on pass rushers, tight ends, and a certain safety from Seattle, we can’t forget about special teams. Dallas must make at least one move to carry last year’s group into 2019, and they may want to consider upgrades at least … Read more
Written by: Jess Haynie
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