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The episode opens with a lighthearted reunion of the Shan and RJ morning crew, discussing the Cowboys' recent signing of defensive lineman Jonathan Bullard to a one-year, $2.5 million deal—timed to coincide with his late grandmother’s birthday. Bobby Belt breaks down the strategic reasoning behind the move: bolstering the defensive line’s run defense and versatility, especially with the potential for a rookie to play at the four technique in base packages. The conversation shifts to the Cowboys’ interest in linebacker Jordan Brooks, praised as a superior talent to N'Kobe Dean and Quay Walker, with a favorable price point. Brian Schottenheimer’s appearance at the owner’s meeting is analyzed, highlighting his active role in team decisions and his cautious, non-committal stance on George Pickens’ availability for the offseason program. The hosts critique the inconsistent messaging from the front office, particularly around player negotiations. They then dive into mock draft speculation, focusing on Jermod McCoy’s pro day and the team’s hesitation to take a high pick on a player with a long injury history. Daniel Jeremiah’s hypothetical question—"Who screams at you to take over McCoy?"—sparks debate, with RJ cautioning against high-risk picks given Dak Prescott’s limited window for contention. The episode closes with a humorous tangent about a Costco run and a bizarre hypothetical about a mother kidnapping her son’s bully.
The Cowboys signed Jonathan Bullard to a one-year, $2.5M deal to bolster their run defense and add versatility on the defensive line.
The team has inquired about linebacker Jordan Brooks, seen as a better, more affordable option than several other targets.
Brian Schottenheimer is now a central figure in owner’s meetings, signaling his growing influence in team operations.
The Cowboys remain cautious about high-risk draft picks like Jermod McCoy, despite his talent, due to injury concerns and Dak Prescott’s limited window for success.
Front office messaging on player negotiations remains inconsistent, leading to frustration among reporters and fans.
Cowboys Sign Jonathan Bullard
“On the day of his late grandmother Joyce's birthday, which is fitting because he said she was hollering at the TV cowboy fan.”
Strategic Defense and the Jordan Brooks Inquiry
The hosts analyze the strategic rationale behind Bullard’s signing and discuss the Cowboys’ reported interest in linebacker Jordan Brooks, who is seen as a superior and cost-effective option.
Schottenheimer at the Owner’s Meeting and Messaging Inconsistencies
“You can't change it up from negotiation to negotiation and then within the same negotiation change whether you actively comment on it or not.”
Mock Draft Debate: Jermod McCoy and Risk Management
“I can't risk it on a guy of like, I haven't seen him play in two years.”
“Is a mom justified in kidnapping her son's bully?”
“You can't change it up from negotiation to negotiation and then within the same negotiation change whether you actively comment on it or not.”
“I can't risk it on a guy of like, I haven't seen him play in two years.”
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Brian Schottenheimer
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Jonathan Bullard
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Jermod McCoy
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George Pickens
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Owner's Meetings
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Jordan Brooks
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Dak Prescott
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Quay Walker
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N'Kobe Dean
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Joseph Hoyt
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