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Linebacker Zach Thomas helped the Cowboys contain tight end Kellen Winslow and the Browns' potent offense.

There was plenty to like about the Cowboys' season-opening victory in Cleveland – Tony Romo, the offensive line and improved special teams play to name a few. And don't forget about the rock-solid effort turned in by the defense, said Calvin Watkins in Monday's chat.
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Quarterback Donovan McNabb led the Eagles to a victory at Texas Stadium last December.

Which team poses the biggest threat to the Cowboys in the NFC East? With the defending Super Bowl champion Giants losing their best defensive player in the preseason, the Eagles are the Cowboys' toughest division opponent, said NFL columnist Rick Gosselin in Thursday's chat.
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Houston's Andre Davis burned the Cowboys for a 68-yard return on the opening kickoff Friday.

The Cowboys finally got their first preseason victory Friday, but not everything was positive. The offensive line took a hit when Kyle Kosier was injured and the kick coverage units continued to struggle. Todd Archer addressed those issues and much more in Monday's chat.
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Cowboys backup quarterback Brad Johnson didn't get much help from his offensive line against the Chargers.

Things did not go well for several Cowboys backups in Saturday's preseason opener. That includes quarterback Brad Johnson. So, it's no wonder that his performance prompted some fans to call for a new No. 2. Beat writer Todd Archer addressed the Johnson question and many others in Monday's chat.
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IndyCar driver Helio Castroneves tried to put a move on Cowboys cornerback Terence Newman on Wednesday at Valley Ranch.

Breathe easy, IndyCar fans. Helio Castroneves said in Wednesday's chat that he had no plans to bolt for NASCAR. The Dancing With the Stars champ is focused on an open-wheel title – and he can take a step in that direction by winning Saturday's race at Texas Motor Speedway.