3 things the Cowboys must consider for the 2023 season
2. Get an actual general manager
No one works as hard and cares as much as the owner, right? Well, that’s what I would like to think. At some point, though, does the financial aspect hold owner Jerry Jones back from pushing for another championship?
If Jerry had been only the general manager, he would have been gone long ago. While he did bring three Super Bowls home to Dallas in the ’90s, you can only hold onto that for so long. It’s time to adapt.
Getting a group of people who understand how to manage a team today must get consideration. The benefit of working for himself makes Jones too comfortable with his position. While it’s good that he won’t make a move out of fear, he needs a push.
How often have we heard that the Cowboys have championship aspirations, and they falter? They’ve changed coaches and players, but the same issue persists.
My concern is that even if a legitimate general manager is hired, will they have the necessary control? Jerry will not give up his power easily, if at all. For all we know, the “general manager” could be a messenger, leaving America’s team in the same situation.
Jerry Jones said he has no regrets trading Amari Cooper. However what was left at that position didn’t produce enough. pic.twitter.com/IpzIta3c5n
— Calvin Watkins (@calvinwatkins) February 1, 2023
Ego and prestige are kingpin Jones’ most significant downfall. Rather than doing what is best for the team, he will do what he believes is best. Mixed into that decision is his thirst for media attention and money. For once, we need someone in that building with an eye on one thing only, winning.
The list of candidates willing to sit in the big chair in Dallas could be small, mainly because of Jerry’s influence. Still, there are plenty of names to consider.
Among them is Chiefs assistant GM Mike Borgonzi. He has been with the team for a long time, heavily contributing to their success, but leaving such a great organization would be difficult. That is especially considering his likely power struggle with Jerry, but he would be a dream pick.
Another is Ryan Cowden from the Tennessee Titans. He spent time with the Carolina Panthers scouting department before being a loud voice for the Titans. They were playoff-bound in four of six seasons with him in the building.
To say there aren’t capable people available to run the office in Dallas is ignorant. It’s a matter of swallowing your pride and moving on. It’s ok if you’re not the manager you once were. You still have three Super Bowl rings on your hand and a Hall of Fame jacket Jerry.