Despite The Loss, Matt Cassel Keeps Cowboys Competitive
Despite the loss to the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday night, Matt Cassel has managed to keep the Dallas Cowboys competitive. Cassel was able to lead the Cowboys down the field to tie the game with a field goal at the end of regulation.
After taking over quarterback responsibilities for Brandon Weeden in Week 6, Matt Cassel has done a solid job. Last night was definitely his best performance thus far.
Cassel led the team on three scoring drives in the fourth quarter to force overtime. He finished the game a passer rating of 105.0, which included 299 yards on 25 of 28 passing, along with three touchdowns and one interception.
Most importantly, Cassel understands the urgency to keep the Cowboys competitive. This was evident after his 18-yard lob into the end zone, intended for none other than Dez Bryant.
“I was exactly throwing it to Dez, There’s no doubt about that,” Cassel said post-game. “That’s where I wanted to throw it.”
Unfortunately, the desperation plays that kept the Cowboys in the game, were accompanied by some painful mistakes. On a short pass to Darren McFadden on the previous drive, Eagles linebacker Jordan Hicks was able to jump the route and return the interception 67 yards for a touchdown.
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“Every week that you are in this offense and every week that I am here, I feel better and better and more confident in the huddle,” Cassel said. “I feel more confidence understanding the plays and the premise of the plays, where we are supposed to be going with the ball and also understanding our personnel.”
Although he played a great game, Dallas, yet again, found themselves on the losing end.
The Cowboys have been plagued by injuries this season, most notably losing pro-bowlers Dez Bryant and Tony Romo for much of the season. Thankfully Dez Bryant has returned to the field, but after 6 consecutive losses, the Cowboys appear desperate to get Romo back as well.
Romo is eligible to return November 22 at Miami. Assuming that he is healthy enough to play, Cassel would have one more start against Tampa Bay next Sunday. The team needs a win to get their season back on track and keep their playoff hopes alive.
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