COWBOYS @ REDSKINS PRIMER: Jason Garrett press conference | 2013-2014 Dallas Cowboys game 15 | Thursday

By robertdknight on 12/19/2013

Jason Garrett Press Conference: Cowboys vs. Redskins | Thursday Practice (15:52)

Dallas Cowboys coach Jason Garrett speaks to the media as his team continues preparation for Sunday’s game with the 2013-2014 Washington Redskins (Watch Video | Play Audio)

Garrett discussed:

Coach Jason Garrett’s gift from Dallas media
What challenges Washington QB Kirk Cousins presents for the Dallas Cowboys
Without much tape (game film), what goes into game planning against Cousins
What can be done to get DeMarcus Ware going again; injury status
Pass rush and quarterback pressure with defensive line
Assessment on Heath and Wilcox the past few weeks
Lack of experience at safety in some games this season
Effects of two back-to-back losses; seeing results of team mentality win/lose
Signs that Tony Romo will bounce back from Green Bay loss
Teams Cross-Training philosophy that begins every preseason
Comparing the challenges of injuries this season compared to last year
Recent messages from team leaders up and in front of teammates
DeVonte Holloman’s adaption to MLB and difference in responsibilities
Why Jason Hatcher popped back up on todays injury report
Importance and recent success of scoring on the opening drive
Progress of OL since DeMarco Murray went out 6-8 weeks ago and returned
Recent incorporation of Gavin Escobar into offense, his progress to date
How having Escobar might help the Cowboys offense with Williams dinged up
Murray wanting opportunities to ‘finish’ games
Positive/Negative reinforcement style with recent tough losses
How much pressure is on the offense to put up points with latest defense issues
What it means to the team with Tyron Smith playing so well at left tackle
Travis Frederick progress and grade on film
How does this OL compare to the other lines Jason Garrett has had during his tenure
If worried about Travis Frederick hitting a wall with his development