CFP hopes for Texas and SMU, Rangers pitching and curtains for the Cowboys

SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, Evan Grant and David Moore open with their take on the Michelin ratings for Texas restaurants and Dallas’ third-place ranking behind Houston and Austin, then dive into the Cowboys’ latest humiliation. [3:49] David tells us when to expect Trey Lance to start over Cooper Rush. The guys also explain why Jerry Jones refuses to budge on curtains for his stadium and what it costs in terms of any credibility he still retains. [39:51] Evan explains the Rangers’ potential pursuit of Japanese phenom Roki Sasaki and what they have to do first to make it a possibility. [48:15] And the guys analyze where Texas (up) and SMU (down) may be going in the CFP after the latest weekend of upsets.</p> </p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>

00:59:00

What’s worst is best for Cowboys, and CFP hopes for SMU, Texas and Texas A&M

SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington and David Moore discuss [1:25] the Cowboys’ abysmal state at 3-5, especially with Dak Prescott’s extended absence looming. David says the season is already over. Instead of spending fourth-round draft picks on the likes of Jonathan Mingo, Kevin says, they should be hoarding assets on a team that will pick eighth or ninth in the draft. [33:15] Kevin lays out the CFP hopes of SMU, Texas and Texas A&M. Each has its destiny squarely in its hands. Win out, and you’re in.</p> </p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>

00:53:12

Cowboys can’t win, but they can whine, and the Aggies on top of the SEC

SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, Evan Grant and David Moore discuss [2:23] the Cowboys’ latest debacle, a loss on the road to the 49ers. Evan says Trevon Diggs’ complaints about a reporter’s tweet immediately after the game only amplify the team’s misplaced priorities. Kevin says if Dak Prescott can’t run, as Jerry Jones advises, he’s not a good enough passer to justify that enormous contract. David says the Cowboys’ minus-turnover margin is a large part of their problem, which can’t be fixed at the deadline, but could be helped by the return of Micah Parsons and DeMarcus Lawrence. [32:41] The guys also discuss Texas A&M’s rise to the top of the SEC in Mike Elko’s first year and what that portends for Texas when the two teams meet on Nov. 30.</p> </p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>

00:51:44

Cowboys-49ers woes, Texas-Georgia fallout and a classic World Series matchup

"SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington and Evan Grant [3:33] discuss the problems that have beset Dallas and San Francisco going into Sunday’s game and who can cry the most about injuries. Kevin agrees with Troy Aikman’s assessment of the Cowboys’ route-running skills, and Evan wonders what damage Jerry Jones’ pursuit of a buck does to the team. [29:53] Evan and Kevin talk about their perspective on Georgia’s romp over Texas — Kevin’s view from the pressbox; Evan’s from the stands — and what it means going forward. [52:20] Evan and Kevin also give their views of a Dodgers-Yankees World Series and the beauty of fall baseball.</p>"</p> </p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>

01:06:35

Why Cowboys aren’t changing coaches yet, plus Texas-Georgia preview

SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, Evan Grant and David Moore discuss [00:15] the worst home loss in Jerry Jones’ tenure with the Cowboys. David tells us why Jerry isn’t firing Mike McCarthy yet but gives an idea of what it’ll take for him to make only the second midseason coaching change in his history. Kevin outlines the grades for the offensive line so far (Hint: not good). [23:03] Kevin and Evan discuss the upcoming game between No. 1 Texas and fifth-ranked Georgia in Austin and what makes the Longhorns the best team in the country.</p> </p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>

00:48:21

Texas-OU, Mavs on tap and how long can the Cowboys win like this?

SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, Evan Grant and David Moore discuss [1:18] the Cowboys’ win on the road over Pittsburgh even while missing most of their marquee players on defense. The problem against the Lions, Kevin says, is that Jared Goff will do more with a clean pocket than Justin Fields did. Dak Prescott was simply better than Fields. David also explains what Rico Dowdle had to do to become effective for the first time this year. [19:05] Kevin and Evan discuss the big college games of the week and the impact of Texas-OU. Take the points, Kevin says. [37:05] David describes the difference Klay Thompson makes for the Mavs as opposed to what his role had become for the Warriors.</p> </p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>

00:51:40

NFL flies too many flags, Cowboys short on stars, Rangers, Longhorns and more

SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, Evan Grant and David Moore discuss [2:45] one of the ugliest NFL games in memory and whether Roger Goodell needs to send his refs a cease-and-desist order. David tells us how long Micah Parsons and DeMarcus Lawrence should be out and how the Cowboys will adjust in their absence. [24:58] Evan and Kevin run over the Rangers’ exit presser and what might be asked of Marcus Semien next season if Chris Young can’t afford to add some big bats. Kevin wonders how long Bruce Bochy, going into the last year of his contract, might want to put up with another season like this one. [45:05] The guys also talk Texas and Georgia football and the big game coming up Oct. 19 in Austin, with a little love tossed to SMU for its win over Florida State.</p> </p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>

00:58:38

Someone will pay for Cowboys’ troubles, and it won’t be Jerry Jones

SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, Evan Grant and David Moore [1:10] open up the Cowboys’ segment of the podcast to discuss the latest disaster and what it portends for Mike McCarthy. David targets a possible termination date if the Cowboys’ disjointed play continues and the potential successor (hint: his initials are BB) if Jerry Jones fires a coach at midseason for only the second time in his tenure. [29:41] The guys also talk about the LIV Golf experience at Maridoe and the big college football games on tap, and Kevin asks Evan why the heck the Rangers don’t just go ahead and let Wyatt Langford play center field.</p> </p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>

00:52:23

Cowboys debacle, Rangers rotation and Texas is back ... to No. 1

SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, Evan Grant and David Moore discuss the big topics in North Texas sports, starting with the [5:50] Cowboys’ flop against New Orleans. The identity of this team, David says, is that if things are going well, it snowballs. Same when it’s going bad. Even so, Kevin says he expects the Cowboys to bounce back against Lamar Jackson and the Ravens based on how they defensed Deshaun Watson and the Browns. [24:07] Evan lays out a potential starting rotation for the Rangers next spring based on the encouraging performances of Kumar Rocker and Jacob deGrom last week. [40:00] Texas is back to No. 1 for the first time since 2008, only this time with two capable quarterbacks in Quinn Ewers and Arch Manning. No QB controversy, Kevin says. This is still Ewers’ team when he’s healthy.</p> </p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>

00:53:37

Cowboys, Longhorns dominance, Kumar Rocker coming on and was Jerry really right?

SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, Evan Grant and David Moore discuss [1:02] the Cowboys’ surprisingly dominant win over Cleveland in the opener. David and Kevin discuss the spectacular play of second-year LB DeMarvion Overshown, employed as a “spy” on Deshaun Watson, and David adds that the four rookie starters were key to the win. The Cowboys’ play forces Kevin to ask the painful question: Could Jerry Jones actually be right about how good this team is? [20:49] Evan breaks down Kumar Rocker’s phenomenal numbers in the minors and what his start this week against Seattle could mean for the Rangers going into next season.</p> </p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>

00:42:22