Locked On Cowboys: Post-Game Reaction — Huge Thanksgiving Win Over the Chiefs (Nov 28, 2025)

Episode Overview

In this special Thanksgiving episode of the "Cowboys Squad Show" (part of the Locked On Cowboys podcast), hosts Jeff Biggs, Aisha Morrison, and former Cowboys coach Glenn "Stretch" Smith break down the Dallas Cowboys’ dramatic 31-28 victory over the Kansas City Chiefs. The team delivers in-depth post-game analysis, focusing on pivotal drives, Dak Prescott’s resilient performance, defensive evolution, and the team’s trajectory after consecutive marquee wins over Super Bowl-caliber opposition. The energy is high, the tone is celebratory yet analytical, and the Cowboys’ locker room optimism is palpable.

Main Topics & Key Discussion Points

1. Game Flow and Offensive Resilience

• Slow Start and Quick Turnaround
  • The Cowboys struggled early, notably when Dak Prescott threw a "really ugly pick" (03:43). However, both hosts emphasize Prescott’s ability to quickly put mistakes behind him and settle into the game.
  • "[Dak] never affected him the rest of the football game... He’s become a defensive back. He’s forgotten that last play." – Glenn Stretch Smith (03:43)
• Prescott’s Maturity and Command
  • Prescott is compared to elite quarterbacks for his composure and responsiveness, particularly after overcoming complex defensive schemes from top coordinators like Vic Fangio and Steve Spagnuolo in back-to-back weeks (06:12).
  • "He went out there and matched a guy who tried to show you every magic trick he could show you... he managed the football game, that’s the key." – Glenn Stretch Smith (06:12)
• Sustained Drives with Adverse Field Position
  • Numerous long drives starting deep in Cowboys territory highlight their discipline and efficiency, especially when the ground game struggled (08:45; 09:58).
  • "Dallas was not able to get favorable field position and every time they scored, most of the time they were having to drive the length of the field." – Aisha Morrison (08:45)
• Offensive Diversity
  • Key contributions came from across the roster: Flournoy, Turpin, Ferguson, Pickens, and CeeDee Lamb all made big plays (15:48).
  • "When you’re multiple like that, that’s what makes it hard on defenses." – Aisha Morrison (15:48)
• Aggressiveness and Play Calling
  • The transition from managing the clock to attacking downfield, with strategic deep shots late in the game, is praised as a sign of confidence (30:36).
  • "Nope. Bomb to George Pickens. 50 yard bomb. Hey, we’re going to go win this game." – Aisha Morrison (30:36)

2. Defensive Transformation

• Dramatic Improvement and Coaching Impact
  • Hosts note a radical improvement in defensive play over the past three weeks, particularly attributing it to DC Matt Eberflus’ ability to adapt and leverage new personnel (20:53, 24:09).
  • "This doesn’t even look like the same team... as it did the first six, seven weeks of the season." – Glenn Stretch Smith (20:58)
  • "You got to give credit to Matt Eberflus for changing whatever it was he needed to change." – Glenn Stretch Smith (20:58)
• Rotation and Freshness
  • Heavy use of defensive line rotation keeps players fresh, empowering late-game surges and effective pass rush (32:49).
  • "He’s chasing the football with a sense of urgency with guys that aren’t gassed." – Glenn Stretch Smith (32:49)
• Emerging Players and Standouts
  • Micah Parsons (2.5 sacks), Quinn Williams, Solomon Thomas, and Revel are all highlighted for stepping up.
  • Marquis Bell’s improved utilization and increased confidence in players like Sam Williams and DeMarvion Overshown are noted as difference-makers (24:09, 28:14).
• Secondary Concerns and Adjustments
  • Discussion about injuries in the secondary (Bland foot injury, Diggs situation) and the need for further depth at cornerback heading into the next stretch (27:41).
• Limiting the Chiefs
  • The Cowboys defense answers every challenge, notably blanking KC in the second and third quarters and making timely stops (19:08).
  • Dallas' aggressiveness led to the Chiefs committing 10 penalties for 119 yards, which swung momentum (30:02).

3. Evaluating the Team’s Maturity and Outlook

• Practice Intensity and “Iron Sharpens Iron” Culture
  • The hosts draw a direct connection between competitive practices (receivers vs. corners, OL vs. DL) and in-game execution (41:37).
  • "The Dallas offensive line is getting better because they’re working against Quinn and Williams and Odiggy Zua... iron sharpens iron." – Glenn Stretch Smith (41:37)
• Dak’s Evolution — “Draft and Develop”
  • Aisha delivers an impassioned reflection on Dak Prescott’s journey and the value of quarterback development (57:32).
  • "Dak Prescott to me is the epitome of draft and develop... he is so awesome to listen to at the line of scrimmage." – Aisha Morrison (57:32)
  • "You have seen it all. You might see a different variation of it, but he’s seen it all." – Aisha Morrison (58:00)
• Coaching Staff Cohesion
  • There’s a focus on how the offensive staff—head coach, OC Brian Schottenheimer, run game coordinator (Clayton Adams), OL coach—are finally clicking in unison (60:23).
  • "That’s something we haven’t highlighted enough, is that they had to get in a rhythm and learn each other and make sure that the run marries the pass." – Aisha Morrison (60:23)
• Playoff Hype Meter
  • While acknowledging the team’s surging playoff odds and form, the hosts are careful not to jinx anything, but note “right now the team that people don’t want to see coming to town are the Dallas Cowboys.” (46:02)

4. Notable Performance Highlights

• CeeDee Lamb’s Bounce-Back Performance
  • 7 catches, 112 yards, 1 TD – praised as "vintage CeeDee" (38:47).
• Emergence of Role Players
  • Malik Davis’ touchdown, Turpin bouncing back with key runs and fumble recovery, contributions from secondary receivers and TEs (43:28, 62:52).
• Balanced Attack in Adversity
  • Despite the run game being “not the cleanest,” Dallas stuck with it and reaped some big plays late (48:44).

5. Looking Ahead

• Next Up: Detroit Lions
  • The panel previews a tough upcoming game against a desperate Lions squad, but notes Dallas’ improved trenches depth and versatility give them an edge (47:54).
  • "You want to keep that arrow going in the right direction... If the Cowboys can handle their business and not beat themselves, they should be in a great position to win." – Jeff Biggs (46:02)

Memorable Quotes & Moments (by Timestamp)

• On Dak Prescott’s resilience and maturity:

  • "He’s become a defensive back. He’s forgotten that last play, what he did that last go around." – Glenn Stretch Smith [03:43]
  • "For [Prescott] to bounce back from the mistake and to play well the rest of the game... I like the response by him." – Aisha Morrison [05:24]

• On how the team is handling adversity:

  • "Dallas was not able to get favorable field position... they were having to drive the length of the field." – Aisha Morrison [08:45]
  • "They got them pinned down... three or four times inside the five... Dallas didn’t go three and out." – Glenn Stretch Smith [09:58]

• On rapidly improving defense:

  • "It is not even the same cast of characters. Not the same scheme. It doesn’t look like anything that we’ve seen." – Glenn Stretch Smith [20:58]
  • "There’s guys that are playing with confidence now... whatever they’re doing to fertilize this group of guys... I just hope they’ll continue to do that." – Glenn Stretch Smith [22:45]

• On Dak’s growth and the QB position:

  • "Dak Prescott to me is the epitome of draft and develop... You have seen it all." – Aisha Morrison [57:32]
  • "You’ve got to give guys credit. He is seeing the game well." – Glenn Stretch Smith [59:10]

• On offensive diversity and play calling:

  • "When you’re multiple like that, that’s what makes it hard on defenses is the game plan for you." – Aisha Morrison [15:48]
  • "The aggressiveness of the offense, I think, is something that I hope continues." – Aisha Morrison [31:28]

• On “iron sharpening iron”:

  • "Let me tell you, it helps the Dallas secondary. You can tell it’s helping the secondary." – Glenn Stretch Smith [41:37]

• On the culture and playoff hopes:

  • "Right now, the team that people don’t want to see coming to town are the Dallas Cowboys." – Glenn Stretch Smith [46:02]

Timestamps for Key Segments

• Game Recap & Offense: 02:08 – 19:08
• Defensive Analysis & Improvement: 20:53 – 36:05
• Discussion on Practice, Complementary Football: 41:37 – 46:02
• Next Week’s Opponent (Lions) Preview: 47:54 – 48:44
• Dak Prescott’s Growth & QB Development: 57:32 – 60:23
• Coaching Connections & Staff Cohesion: 60:23 – 62:02
• Role Player Recognitions (Javonte Williams, Malik Davis): 62:02 – 63:49
• Final Thoughts & Reflections: 63:49 – End

Conclusion

This episode showcases a Cowboys team rounding into late-season form, brimming with confidence and chemistry on both sides of the ball. The hosts attribute Dallas’ victory not to luck, but to a clear step forward in situational execution, coaching synergy, and maturity throughout the roster. Dak Prescott is framed as the embodiment of “draft and develop,” emblematic of Dallas’ patient approach to player growth. Looking ahead, the crew is optimistic about matchups with Detroit and other playoff hopefuls, emphasizing Dallas’ blend of versatility and resilience as a formula for success.

Whether you’re a die-hard fan or a casual observer, this episode gives an insider’s perspective on a Cowboys squad that looks ready to turn Thanksgiving momentum into a playoff surge.

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