Cowboys-Redskins Rivalry History

Cowboys vs. Redskins: Sibling Rivalry (Photo credit: Wayan Vota)

Since I live in an area with a large number of Redskins and Cowboys fans I understand this rivalry- these two clubs HATE EACH OTHER.

Sport Illustrated call this rivalry the top in the NFL and for good reason. As divisional rivals they see each other at least twice a season and both teams have won a combined eight Super Bowls.

But how did it all start and why? Well it’s really about a song and chicken feed.

Yep really.

A Texas oil tycoon Clint Murchison, Jr. wanted to bring an NFL team to Dallas and was having a hard time doing. In 1958 the owner of the Washington Redskins George Preston Marshall wanted to sell the team- and so the Redskins almost moved to Dallas until the last minute Marshall wanted a change in terms. Murchison wasn’t happy and the whole deal called off.

Then along came a man named Barnee Breeskin. Breeskin was the Redskin band director and the composer of “Hail to the Redskins.” Breeskin got into a disagreement with Marshall (see a pattern with this guy) and wanted revenge. Breeskin sold the rights to “Hail to the Redskins” for $2,500 to Murchison!

Murchison worked with the NFL to get an expansion team in Dallas and had every other owner’s approval- except you guessed Marshall. Even today in order to create an expanision team in the NFL you need unanimous owner’s approval and Marshall was the only hold out.

Until Marshall realized that Murchison owned the rights to a particular song. In order to get the rights back Marshall agreed to the expansion and the Dallas Cowboys were founded and began playing in 1960.

The fighting should be over right- no one more dig was needed. Back then there wasn’t free agency so in order to build a team Dallas was allowed to pick from certain players from other NFL teams– unless they were protected. Murchison picked Redskins’ Pro Bowl quarterback Eddie LeBaron as their starter. Marshall forgot to protect LeBaron.

How the Fans Got Involved

Back in the early days of the rivalry the fans acted like college fans do- crazy- and none better than the Cowboys Chicken Club.

December 1961 Cowboy fans sneaked into D.C. Stadium with bags of chicken feed. The idea was that during the Redskins’ half time show when Santa Claus would arrive by a sled the pranksters would release dozens of chickens on the field – 75 white and one black because the Marshall was the only owner in the league who wouldn’t put African-American players on the field.

The CCC actually got the chickens into the stadium the morning of the game and was unspotted until halftime when an official from the Redskins noticed the crates and sounds of chickens. The CCC tried to bribe the official but the official was actually Redskin general manager Dick McCann. The CCC members were arrested and the chicken confiscated.

The next year the CCC got into Marshall’s hotel room and put a large turkey in the bathroom the night before the game. Marshall fled the hotel room. Minutes before kickoff four banners reading “CHICKENS” in both end zones and on both sides of the 50 yard line were shown in the upper decks while “Hail to the Redskins” played in the stadium. Then acrobats hired by the CCC rushed onto the field in chicken costumes and started throwing eggs. One was caught but another one released a chicken during the National Anthem. By the time the players went onto the field the acrobat escaped.

The Cowboys would win that game 38-10 and the Dallas News reported that the attendance was 49,888 and one chicken.

Other memorable moments in the Rivalry

Jan 22, 1983- NFC Championship Game at RFK- Redskins defeated Cowboys to earn a trip to Super Bowl XVII and the Redskins first Super Bowl win.

The 1983 NFL season opener on MNF the Redskins were wining 23-3 at the half. Then Dallas came back and won 31-30.

December 9, 1984, down 21-6 at halftime Redskins scored 17 unanswered points on turnovers to get a 23-21 lead going into the fourth quarter. The Redskins won that game 30-28 and it was the first time in the rivalry when the Redskins swept the Cowboys.

September 9, 1985, Redskins QB Joe Thesimann celebrated his birthday at Texas Stadium with a performance including five interceptions and a benching by Hall of Fame coach Joe Gibbs. The Dallas fans started to sing Happy Birthday to Thesimann and the Cowboys won 44-14.

1987 Scab Game- the Cowboys had more players cross the picket line during the 1987 strike than any other team. The Redskins had replacement players considered of less caliber but still pulled out a victory. This game is considered the inspiration for the 2000 movie The Replacements. The Redskins also won the Super Bowl that season.

1989 was not a good year for the Cowboys- except for the November 5 game against the Redskins- the one victory that whole season.

In the early 1990s both teams were at the top of the NFL ranks thanks largely to the Dallas big three of Troy Aikman, Emmitt Smith, and Michael Irving.

1991- Redskins were undefeated going into the game and the Cowboys gave the Redskins their only loss for the season- the Redskins would win the Super Bowl that year.

1992- Emmitt Smith had a career performance with a 140 rushing yards in a win against the Super Bowl champs. The Cowboys won the Super Bowl that year but the Redskins got a bit of revenge with a win of their own.

1993- the Redskins embarrass the Cowboys- notice a pattern- with a win. This was only four wins for the Redskins that season that would add another Super Bowl win for the Cowboys.

1996- the Redskins would close out the home stand at RFK Stadium with a win against the Cowboys.

After 1996 the years have not been kind to either team- in fact in 2001 both teams came into their MNF game with an 0-4 record. Dallas won both games that year.

2002- the Redskins broke a 11-game losing streak to Dallas with a win 20-14 and both teams had losing records

2005- during the game when Aikman, Smith, and Irvin were inducted into the Cowboys “Ring of Honor” the Redskins won the game.

Despite the history the Cowboys have owned the rivalry- 62-40-2. Today they meet for the Thanksgiving game– and it is sure to be exciting.

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Why is Football such a Big Part of Thanksgiving?

Houston Texans’ Running back Arian Foster hurdles Dallas Cowboys’ defender Mike Jenkins. Reliant Stadium. Houston, Tx. Sept. 26 2010. (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

Happy Thanksgiving to all my favorite Gals and Pals. Today is a great one for football fans because we get Thanksgiving games!

Since the league began in 1920 there have been Thanksgiving games. Currently three NFL games are played- there are always games in Dallas and Detroit and an additional game with a rotating roster of opponents was added in 2006.

As if you needed another reason to love Thanksgiving!

The Thanksgiving football tradition started for the NFL as a promotion gimmick by the first owner of the Detroit Lions and the idea grew to include many teams during the 1920s and 1930s. When World War II broke out the NFL didn’t schedule any Thanksgiving games between 1941-1945. After the war was over the tradition was renewed with just the Green Bay Packers vs. the Lions until 1963.

The Dallas Cowboys joined the tradition in 1966 and since the Lions and Cowboys have been the traditional home teams for the Thanksgiving NFL games. It is also considered the official kick off of the red kettle campaign for the Salvation Army as it is featured during half time in Cowboys stadium.

In 2006 the NFL added a third game for Thanksgiving played at night and airing on the NFL network. This year the game will be played on NBC.

Now let’s looks at the three games.

Houston vs Detroit

Kickoff is at 12:30est on CBS

The Lions are in an eight Thanksgiving game losing streak. I have a feeling meeting up with the awesome Texans isn’t going to help the cause.

Looking at the numbers offensively the Lions look slightly better. Averaging 402 yards per game the Lions have almost 60 more yards passing per game than the Texans. This is largely due to WR Calvin Johnson who has over 1,000 yards this season.

But the running game which eats up time and makes defenses tired goes to the Texans. Arian Foster has had 249 carries and 962 yards and 10 touchdowns. Since he is averaging 96 yards per game I fully expect him to get to over 1,000 yards this season against the Lions.

Don’t expect the Lions to run the ball- which they barely do anyway- against a Texans D that only allows on average 86 rushing yards per game. Both teams are equally matched in the secondary so I expect the QBs to throw the ball- a lot. But the Texans have Foster and since the Lions allow 114 rushing yards per game I expect the Texans to put up some points.

Texans win this one.

Redskins vs Cowboys- RIVARLY ALERT

Kickoff is at 4:25pm on FOX

Talking about these two teams is painful because I’m an Eagles fan and well the Eagles are a hot mess.

But the NFL powers that be have decided to put the Redskins down in Dallas.

Offensively these two teams are polar opposites.

	Redskins	Cowboys
Total Yards per Game	380	367
Passing Yards per Game	215	284
Rush Yards per Game	165	83
Points Per Game	26	21
Third Down Conversion %	30	40
Time of Possession	1844	1926

The Redskins with the combination of RG3 and Alfred Morris have over 1,400 yards rushing between the two. The Cowboys have no running game and must rely on throwing the ball- a lot. Probably too much- but this could work to the Cowboys advantage this game because the Redskins average 289 yards of passing per game.

But the Cowboys average 107 rushing yards per game.

See what I mean about both teams really being equally matched?

Whichever squad capitalizes on its strengths- RGIII and Morris get into a good groove for running or Tony Romo and crew get the ball down field will determine the win.

And since I personally do not like either team I’m going to give the win to the home team- Cowboys by 3.

Patriots vs. Jets- RIVARLY GAME ALERT

Kickoff 8:20est on NBC

On paper this is an easy game to discuss. The Jets are terrible- terrible, terrible, terrible.

Since the Jets allow 142 rushing yards per game and the Patriots average 143 rushing yards per game Tom Brady and crew should have this game in the bag on the ground. When you add in the Patriots 289 passing yards compared to anemic Jets of less than 200 passing yards per game there really shouldn’t be a concern.

But why do I have a bad feeling about this?

Perhaps it is because Rob Gronkowski who has 748 yards this season is out with a broken forearm that he never should have gotten because there was no reason for him to be on the field for the 59^th point. The Patriots were up 59 points against the Colts measly 24. No sense at all.

If the Patriots focus on the running game – especially Stevan Ridley who has 842 yards this season- and they will win the game.

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Redskins Rule Bodes Well For Mitt Romney But World Series Result Favors Barack Obama | ThePostGame

Redskins Rule Bodes Well For Mitt Romney But World Series Result Favors Barack Obama | ThePostGame.

This is an interesting tidbit of trivia that combines the sports world and politics.

According to the article since 1940- which was the first presidential election when the Redskins were playing- if the Redskins win their home game before a presidential election then the incumbent will retain the White House.

Since the Redskins lost today history tells us that Mitt Romney will win the election.

I am not giving my opinion since this is a sports blog and enough of your friends are posting all kinds of things about the election.  But since I live in the battleground state of Virginia I can honestly say I am over the whole thing.

What I am not over though is the great game we saw in the District.  Cam Newton was 13 for 23 for 201 yards and a touchdown.  RG3 was okay with 215 yards but it felt like his coaching staff was leading him the wrong way.  Plus he was sacked four times.

The Redskins are now 3-6 and Panthers are 2-6 – not impressive records.

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The Two Great QB battles today

Eli Manning looks to add another win.(Photo credit: Wikipedia)

Welcome to another NFL Sunday- and we get a whole extra hour to enjoy some hard hitting action! These are line ups I’m really look out for today!

Carolina at Washington- AKA RG3 vs Cam Newton!

All off season when people spoke about the large amount of rookie QBs starting in the NFL one comparison came- Cam Newton, who last year in his rookie year blew up and Robert Griffin, III who is also having an explosive rookie debut.

Both are Heisman Trophy winners and both brought excitement to the college game- and were team changers- just ask Auburn fans how much they wish Newton was playing right now for them.

Well maybe not this season’s Cam Newton.

Last season Newton had an incredible rookie year where he opened with a 400-yard passing game the first by a rookie QB in is NFL opener and then a week later did it again, won the Rookie of the Year award because of his 4,051 passing yards and an NFL rushing touchdown record.

This season Newton has kind of fizzed- only having 310 rushing yards in seven games. He also has thrown eight interceptions. To make matters worse his sideline attitude is atrocious. A fun game to play if you’re watching a Panther game is to see if you can spot Newton on the sideline- here’s a hint he’s often under a towel. If I led my team to an 1-6 season start I would probably hide under a towel too. Okay no, I would pull up my boot straps and get to work- but I’m not a Heisman winning quarterback so who am I to judge.

Newton’s job is to win football games- and he is paid very well to do that. So Newton suck it up buttercup stop the whining and start driving the ball down the field.

As for RG3 I really like him- he reminds me of that popular guy in high school who is friends with everyone. He makes it really easy to cheer for him and that is painful coming from someone who really dislikes the Redskins- RG3 makes the Redskins likeable.

Plus he is putting up some impressive numbers- already rushing for 476 yards, the most by a Redskins QB. Against Minnesota RG3 became the first rookie QB to rush for 100 yards and two touchdowns.

So today’s match up should be great- I’m taking the Skins at home.

Pittsburgh vs NY Giants– more than just football in this one

Perhaps the biggest game so far this season is due to a lady named Sandy.

After the super storm ravaged the East Coast many were suggesting postponing the game. But the game will happen and it should be a great one to watch.

First I pray that Pittsburgh will leave the bumblebee uniforms back in Pittsburgh- the great citizens of New York have suffered enough this past week.

Next another great quarterback battle Ben Rothesberger and Eli Manning – and these guys know each other pretty well as they were both part of the same draft class in 2003. Both have two superbowl rings and both can be the difference between a win and lost.

The Giants are coming off a great road win in Dallas where they held the Cowboys to only 19 rushing yards. Yet the Giants’ defense isn’t that great- as they have let 387 yards per game and 273 passing yards. Big Ben needs to find his receivers and tight end Heath Miller (please give him the ball lots cause the Sports Gal Pal needs fantasy points!). The Giants secondary is questionable at best and Big Ben knows how to take advantage of that.

But what about Eli- expect him to look for Victor Cruz– and maybe we’ll see some excellent salsa dancing in the end zone.

So what say you Gal Pal Nation? Are you looking forward to these games or one of the many others on the docket?

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NFL Week Five Preview

Will Mendhall’s return be the spark to light the Steeler’s season?

NFL games begin in a few hours and the Gal Pal household is excited to be going out to catch the action as the game they are most looking forward to is not playing on local tv thanks to the Redskins.

Here are the games I’m on the lookout for.

Eagles vs Steelers

This is the game Gals and Pals because I’m an Eagles fan and my lovely sister Shannon is a Pittsburgh fan (my other sister Rachael is a Cowboys fan FYI).

Despite my personal involvement with this game this is a great match up because every week we have to ask what sort of team will come out of Philly? While they are 3-1 at some point the turnovers and wasted opportunities are going to come back to haunt them.

The Steelers are coming off a bye week and are getting returning players Rashard Mendenhall and James Harrison could be the boost this team needs.

Key for victory for the Steelers- figure out a running game- right now they are averaging only 65 yards rushing per game- that is not enough for a solid offense and creates too much pressure on your receivers.

Since there are too many people I love involved in this game I’m not picking a winner but Fly Eagles Fly

Broncos vs Patriots aka Manning vs Brady

The Patriots are coming off a monster of a win against the Bills last week. Averaging 438 yards of offense per game they should be a favorite to win this home game.

But with the addition of Peyton Manning to the Broncos this season is the only reason people care.

This quarterback rivalry has been a favorite for years in the NFL. And given that Manning is still being questioned about his arm strength we have to wonder how many match ups between these two future hall of famers will we see?

I have a feeling that Brady is going to pull this out- the Pats have a great running game- averaging 144 yards per game. But like in recent years we have to question their defense- they allow over 367 yards per game this season. Give Manning those options and he’ll light up the red zone.

Get to either quarterback and you win the game- it really is that simple and yet so hard to do.

I’m taking the Patriots.

Falcons vs Redskins

The Falcons take their undefeated show on the road to DC.

Offensively these teams are well matched. Both average about 30 points per game, both average about 250 yards passing- though the Redskins are miles ahead of the running game.

The difference is the defense and the Falcons win that battle on paper at least.

So what about in the trenches?

Falcons normally play in a climate controlled dome. Today’s game is being played outdoors and the weather could be a factor. If Redskin QB RGIII were a little more season I might give the edge to the Skins.

But Matt Ryan and the Falcons are having a banner year- and I think experience is the one stat that really matters mid season.

I think the Falcons are going to remain undefeated.

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Water Cooler Talk: How Bout Them Bears

Tony Romo had five interceptions in the loss to the Bears (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

The Chicago Bears got a huge road win last night 34-18 over the Cowboys. Here is the least you need to know about that game

This was a game about errors- especially for the Cowboys’ offense led by QB Tony Romo who threw for 31 of 43 yards and technically had three touchdowns– only two were for the Bears. Those two pick sixes plus three other interceptions were a large part of the loss.

Other problems for the Cowboys was a lack of conversion during third down plays- and those are critical for getting the ball in the end zone.

But Bears’ fans y’all quarterback Jay Culter had a hissy fit on the sideline when later in the second quarter after a drive that resulted in a punt goes to the sideline and completely ignored his offensive coordinator Mike Tice. Unprofessional behavior by Cutler and the Bears coaching staff needs to do something about it. Put him in time out- I wouldn’t accept that from my four year old and I wouldn’t accept it from a grown man either! Cutler did throw for 275 yards making 18 out of 24 attempts and two touchdowns.

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Water Cooler Talk- NFL Edition

Atlanta Falcons kicker Matt Bryant (3) makes the winning field goal as Matt Bosher (5) holds during the second half of an NFL football game against the Carolina Panthers, Sunday, Sept. 30, 2012, in Atlanta. Atlanta won 30-28. (AP Photo/Rich Addicks)

What a good day of football- well at least if your team isn’t the Jets or the Saints. Here is the least you need to know

Atlanta keeps its composure with an impressive end.

Quarterback Matt Ryan suffered from a career-high seven sacks but threw for three touchdown passes. It was Matt Bryant kicker, who won the game with a 40-yard field goal with 5 seconds left to seal the deal. More impressive is that with just over a minute left in play it looked like Carolina was going to pull the upset. Then Panther qb Cam Newton fumbles the ball while trying to get a first down that would end the game. Instead Carolina is forced to punt the ball and got the ball at the Atlanta 1. That seemed like an amazing spot until Ryan threw a 59-yard pass to Roddy White which put Atlanta in field goal range.

Atlanta wins 30-28.

New England’s Second Half Makes the Patriots 2-2

This was a game that was considered a must win after two disappointing losses early in the season. New England QB Tom Brady led the Patriots on six consecutive second half touchdowns. He finished 22 of 36 passing for 340 yards and three scores. Running back Stevan Ridley (who is on one of my fantasy teams, yay me) ran for two touch downs and had 580 total yards!

What is sad is that the first half had Buffalo winning 21-7.

San Fran Brings a Hurting to the Struggling Jets

Coach Jim Harbaugh‘s decision to have his team stay in eastern Ohio for the week could have been the reason. Or simply it is because the Jets are that bad but man thank you San Fran defense (I have them on the same team with Ridley, yay me again!). Carlos Rogers returned a fumble 51 yards for a touchdown. 49ers backup quarterback Colin Kaepernick pulled a move that was supposed to be the Jets expertise – the wild cat for a touchdown.

Worse is that the best offense player for the Jets Santonio Holmes went down with a foot injury. With two leaders gone how is this Jets team going to recover- I don’t think it’s possible.

Eagles Get a Win because Tynes missed field-goal

With 15 seconds left the Philadelphia Eagles hold on to a 19-17 victory against divisional foe New York Giants thanks to a 54-yard missed field goal.

Both teams didn’t have much to celebrate on offense. Eli Manning was 24 of 42 for 309 yards and two touchdowns. Michael Vick was 19 for 30 for 241 yards and one touchdown.

Eagles running back LaSean McCoy was the lead rusher with 123 yards- most of them in the second half.

If either team wants to have deep playoff runs they need to figure out how to get a better running game because with Atlanta and San Fran getting their acts together the NFC is really loaded with good teams.

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The Redskins Lose Two Players To Pre-Game Collision [UPDATE: Now With Video Of The Collision]

The Redskins Lose Two Players To Pre-Game Collision [UPDATE: Now With Video Of The Collision].

Please please click on the link and watch this- what in the world Redskins y’all just amaze me sometimes.

Week Four NFL Sunday Football Day Previews

Can Tom Brady and the Patriots get a win in Buffalo? (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

Its NFL Sunday Gals and Pal and here is the slate of games to be on the lookout for. This is a bit of a quieter week, not a lot of anticipated matchup between equally matched opponents but this is a league that often comes with surprises. I mean who would have thought that New England and Green Bay would be 1-3 and Arizona undefeated?

Here are the games I’m tuning into:

New England Patriots at Buffalo Bills

Last year when the Patriots headed to Buffalo they came back with a big L and QB wunderkind Tom Brady threw four interceptions. Of course later that season Brady led the Pats to a Super Bowl appearance but this is not the same New England team with Josh McDaniels offense that so far isn’t really working.

Now I know many of you are thinking but it was officiating that cost New England the win last week on the road in Baltimore- that is a bit true but looking at the numbers the Patriots have only converted 42% third down plays and only have four sacks on average. Brady has a completion rate of 67% which is pretty good.

But comparing the numbers the Patriots only have 109 rushing yards per game compared to the Bills’ 178 yards- they are leading the league is rushing. For total rushing yards for the season the Bill have almost 230 more than their opponents. The addition of Mario Williams has added depth and with the return of Fred Jackson the Bills might have a shot at making the Patriots 1-4.

I am picking the Patriots to win- but I think it is going to be closer than Patriots fans want.

San Francisco 49ers at New York Jets

The 49ers got the wind knocked out of their sails after their loss to the Minnesota Vikings last week after opening the season with impressive wins against Green Bay and Detroit. West Coast teams that play 1:00 east coast games typically do not do well. Of course the 49ers were really smart and headed out early to get used to the time change. And they get the added bonus of playing a Jets team that is a lot of talk but no action.

The Jets are 1-1 for the season losing 10-27 at Pittsburgh and then winning by a field goal at Miami last week- and Miami is terrible this year. Plus defensive leader Darrelle Revis is out with ACL issues- probably for the entire season. That is a big blow because this Jets team is in desperate need of leadership on any side of the ball.

Looking at the numbers 49ers only have 5 more total yards per game than the Jets, but the real difference is in the rush yards per game- 49ers have 141, 7^th in the league compared to the Jets’ 100. Also the Jets have only stopped 44% of opponents third down plays and allow an average of 25 points per game. Now with the Revis injury look for that number to go up.

If the Jets are going to win then they need to work on the run. If they can’t figure that out it won’t be close

San Fran gets the win in this contest.

New Orleans Saints at Green Bay Packers

Talk about two teams needing a W right now. New Orleans is still winless and unless they figure out a way to beat a Green Bay team that is still upset about the Monday Night Massacre that finally pushed the NFL to get rid of the replacement refs on the road.

Yeah that’s a tall order for Drew Brees and crew. The Saints offensively have more yards per game- almost 75 more in fact- than the Packers. The Saints are also 6^th in the league for passing yards.

Green Bay is 26^th in the league for yards, 21^st in the league for passing yards and 27th in the league for rushing yards. The offense is only 5 yards per carry.

I think Green Bay still has the edge- it’s a home game after an emotional loss on the road. But if the Saints can figure out how to defend they could finally get a win.

Did I mention that may predicted these two teams would be in the playoffs this year?

New York Giants at Philadelphia Eagles

This is the game I’m most excited about.

Great divisional matchup between two clubs that are really going though some growing pains. The Giants really need a win since they have already loss one game in the NFC East to the Dallas Cowboys.

The Eagles are rushing 130 yards per game- and it should be higher considering that hello the Eagles have the best running back LeSean McCoy. McCoy has already rushed for 261 yards this season.

Giants are second in the league in passing yards and third for total yards- you can’t discount the combination of Eli Manning and Victor Cruz- and this is just the type of game that can bring out the Salsa in the end zone.

Key for the Eagles to fly high over the Giants- using the beat up secondary of the Giants and get the ball in the hands of DeSean Jackson and the return of Jeremy Maclin could be enough to get the win.

I am not picking a winner because I’m an Eagles fan and my dad is a Giants fan- yeah I don’t know how our relationship survives this either- my little sister is a Cowboys fan for God’s sake and our step-dad is a Redskins fan so we have the entire NFC East covered in the Hernandez/Rice/Graves family.

Happy Football Sunday Gals and Pals. Which match ups are you on the lookout for?

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