Best moments, video highlights from Cowboys-Rams joint practice
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The Dallas Cowboys are finally getting the chance to go ahead with someone other than themselves.
The Cowboys welcomed the Los Angeles Rams to Oxnard for a joint practice ahead of this weekend's preseason opener between the two teams.
There was plenty of action to get caught up on; take a look at some of the action from the head-to-head session.
Dak finds Ferguson
Dak with his third completion to Jake Ferguson in 11v11 #dallascowboys pic.twitter.com/Y2Mo3cFtvD
— Nicole Hutchison (@nhutchisontv) August 8, 2024
You have to love seeing Dak Prescott finding his sure-handed tight end, Jake Ferguson, early in practice. The Quarterback-Tight end connection is always an important relationship, and Prescott is seemingly trusting Ferguson.
Rico Dowdle is showing out
Rico Dowdle getting out in the open field #DallasCowboys pic.twitter.com/XpvnbYCOjE
— Nick Harris (@NickHarrisDC) August 8, 2024
A clogged-up backfield means someone will need to step up. That someone could be Rico Dowdle. It looks like the fourth year back is proving he deserves some carries.
Receivers shine
Dak to Cooks, sheesh #DallasCowboys @FOX4 pic.twitter.com/Z7E2k1vrKB
— Jeff Kolb (@JeffKolbFOX4) August 8, 2024
Brandin Cooks pic.twitter.com/qjKDGzYOE2
— Jon Machota (@jonmachota) August 8, 2024
Tyron Billy-Johnson pic.twitter.com/rpi4TZAqlV
— Jon Machota (@jonmachota) August 8, 2024
Ryan Flournoy with a beautiful comeback and grab here #DallasCowboys pic.twitter.com/c4jppr0wqK
— Nick Harris (@NickHarrisDC) August 8, 2024
No CeeDee Lamb at camp means others will have to at least attempt to fill those shoes. While no one probably will, it's nice to see Brandin Cooks picking up where he left off last season and rookie Ryan Flournoy showing off his skill set.
Physicality
Not quite the first “fight” but Brock Hoffman needs to get separated from a Rams D-lineman here #DallasCowboys pic.twitter.com/jMNVg61Cwb
— Nick Harris (@NickHarrisDC) August 8, 2024
Micah Parsons after Matthew Stafford. pic.twitter.com/OFUrYrr7UQ
— Calvin Watkins (@calvinwatkins) August 8, 2024
Mazi Smith pic.twitter.com/46NlNTv646
— Jon Machota (@jonmachota) August 8, 2024
The team brought the energy today, as a near fight broke out during a rep between the Cowboys offense and Rams defense. Micah Parsons and Mazi Smith looked like studs as they plowed through the Rams' offensive line.
Seat Belt Shines
Caelen Carson red zone interception on the goal line against Jimmy Garoppolo pic.twitter.com/txCdBkwjU9
— Saad Yousuf (@SaadYousuf126) August 8, 2024
Caelen Carson has received rave reviews throughout training camp, and he's putting his skills on display against the Rams offense, snagging a interception in the redzone.
Eric Kendricks brings the energy
Eric Kendricks.
— Patrik [No C] Walker (@VoiceOfTheStar) August 8, 2024
Whoa. #Cowboys pic.twitter.com/o0t4NKx1qY
Eric Kendricks was brought in to be the "quarterback" of the defense due to his familiarity with Mike Zimmer's system, and he has wasted no time reminding Cowboys fans what it's like to have quality linebackers.
New kickoff rule looks good
Cowboys David Durden brings one back under new kickoff format. pic.twitter.com/l5nMmqeefk
— David Moore (@DavidMooreDMN) August 8, 2024
Maybe not maximum effort from the Rams special teams, but Cowboys returner David Durden shows off the jets during practice on the new kickoff format.
Marshawn Kneeland flashes speed
Marshawn Kneeland pic.twitter.com/Jv7gcA3p7h
— Jon Machota (@jonmachota) August 8, 2024
Second-round pick Marshawn Kneeland has been praised for his work ethic during training camp, and it seems to be paying off early in pass rushing drills against the Rams offensive line.
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