The long anticipated first game of the preseason for the Dallas Cowboys kicked off last night in Oakland, CA (5:00pm Pacific) on ESPN. As I usually do before the Cowboys are back in action, I made sure to predict ahead of time the VICTORY. This time though felt electrifying. A new lease on life I guess you could say. The slate is wiped clean, DeMarco Murray is back in action, and we managed to pick up a lock down coverage Cornerback in Morris Claiborne from LSU. On top of calling the victory ahead of time, I also called shut-out.
The final score in Oakland was the Cowboys on top of the Raiders 3-0. Needless to say my predictions were completely accurate, although I would have liked seeing more than three points on the board!
Game Recap
- Carson Palmer threw a pick to Gerald Sensabaugh to kill all momentum they were building during their first drive of the game. (McFadden was taring it up right away with 2 rushes for 20yd and 1 reception for 18 yd) Watch now @NFL.com
- The Raiders 1st team D completely stuffed DeMarco Murray (2 rushing attempts for 0 total yds) and the 1st offensive unit of the Cowboys.
- Raiders wide receiver Jacoby Ford couldn't catch the ball to save his life.. 2-3 key drops led to his own fans booing him.
- Cowboys committed 12 penalties, Raiders only 5.
- Trevor Pryor of the Raiders showed a lot of promise by making plays when necessary and ultimately gave Oakland a shot at beating the Cowboys.
- A missed game tying FG late in the 4th qtr by a Raiders Rookie kicker (which appeared to be a chip shot) put the weight on Pryor's shoulders to march it down the field and win the game.
- With a minute left in regulation, Pryor marched the Raiders to the 50yd line only to throw a game losing interception, sealing their fate.
Willie you are such a dedicated fan, nice to see. you make other fans look like they are only along for the ride. since the cowboys are americas team as it it said.
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