Podcast Summary: Talkin’ Cowboys – "We Believe in Javonte"
Date: October 24, 2025
Host: Kyle Yeomans
Panel: Patrick “No C” Walker, Isaiah Stanback, Josh Rodriguez
Main Theme / Episode Overview
This episode of Talkin’ Cowboys was a jam-packed Friday show (“Say It With Your Chest Friday”), with the full crew discussing the Dallas Cowboys’ pivotal upcoming Week 8 matchup at the Denver Broncos. The conversation centered on pressing injury updates, strategic concerns for both sides of the ball, bold predictions, and panel picks for the weekend’s games. Notably, the hosts dove into the Cowboys’ offensive identity, defensive adjustments, and key roster health issues—sprinkled with their signature mix of banter and optimism.
Key Discussion Points & Insights
1. Setting the Stage for Week 8: Cowboys at Broncos
- Season context: Cowboys are 3-3-1, seeking their first back-to-back wins under OC Brian Schottenheimer.
- Denver preview: Emphasis on the challenge of playing in the Mile High City; CBS' “A-team” (Jim Nantz, Tony Romo, Tracy Wolfson) on the broadcast.
2. Denver’s Potential Offensive Approach vs. Cowboys’ Defense
Prompt from Patrick Walker (03:50):
“If you were Sean Payton…how would you attack this defense?”
- Consensus: Run at them, force Dallas’ linebackers to make tackles in space – an area of concern all season.
- Josh Rodriguez (04:21): “J.K. Dobbins. Run game. Just as often as you possibly can, make the linebackers tackle you in space. Because they haven’t proven they can do that very well.”
- Isaiah Stanback: Emphasizes the value of playmakers in open space, especially exploiting Dallas’ man coverage tendencies.
3. Cowboys' Defensive Adjustments
- Following a heavy man-coverage approach in Week 7’s win, expectation is Matt Eberflus will employ similar aggressiveness against Denver.
- Discussion around Denver’s ability to capitalize, especially with weapons like Courtland Sutton and JK Dobbins set to challenge Dallas’ secondary and linebackers.
4. Crucial News & Injury Updates (06:03–14:43)
- Trayvon Diggs: Likely OUT due to concussion; confirmed by Brian Schottenheimer on local radio (07:12).
- Donovan Wilson: DNP with elbow/shoulder injury; could be a game-time decision, creating a need for depth at safety.
- Cooper Beebe: Trending towards playing post-bye; slim chance of a return this week.
- Overshown & Revil: Unlikely to return before the bye; both looking explosive in practice but not game-ready, particularly struggling with deceleration and trusting recovered knees.
- Isaiah Stanback (09:43): “Overshone, to his credit, went on Twitter and he was like, ‘It’s an accessory [the knee brace], not a necessity.’”
- Tyler Guyton: Added to injury report with sore glute; panel riffs on the “one cheek/half-assed effort” jokes.
Memorable Banter Section: Sore Glute Injury
- Patrick Walker (14:16): “Makes a sword glued out of you and me.”
- Kyle Yeomans (14:20): “We have half-assed answers right now.”
5. Denver’s Health/Availability
- Only two players (Jonah Ellis, Mike McGlinchey) on the report, but both full participants. “They’re mostly healthy.”
- Suspended: Jerry Greenlaw – a “massive” loss and a key to the Denver defense.
6. Cowboys Defensive Stats: Reality Check
KY’s Stat of the Week (20:47–23:11):
- Cowboys allowing 29.4 points per game (30th in NFL); Only one playoff team ever (2000 Rams “Greatest Show on Turf”) allowed 28+ ppg and made the postseason.
- Kyle Yeomans (21:06): “There you go. The 2000 Rams are the only team to allow 28 points per game and make the playoffs, period.”
- Cowboys are also one of three teams in history to score 40+ in their first three home games, joining the ’73 Cowboys and 2000 Rams.
7. College Football Minute (23:17–25:41)
- Georgia: Coming off big win v. Ole Miss; bye week upcoming.
- Washington: Facing Illinois, trying to steady the ship after losses; panel jokes about “the S” in Illinois ("take that ass off").
- North Texas: Expected to handle Charlotte this week after big Homecoming win.
8. "Get Your Popcorn Ready": Bold Predictions Movie Game
Josh Rodriguez’s Cinematic Predictions (25:48–32:11)
- Movie #1: “Schottenheimer Oppenheimer” – Cowboys offense explodes for “425+ yards” (team averages 390/game).
- Movie #2: “The Hateful Eight Man Box” – Dallas held to under 75 rushing yards by a stacked Denver box.
- Movie #3: “Candyman (Eberflus Man)” – Dallas defensive man coverage jumps over 50% of snaps.
- Patrick Walker (28:31): “I want to buy a ticket to the Eberflus… Candy man… because I believe Dallas is going to have to play over 50 man coverage if they even want to compete in this game.”
- Isaiah Stanback (29:05): “You know what? I’ll buy that ticket… I think the Cowboys offense has a slight edge against the Broncos defense.”
9. Picks & Predictions Segment (38:48–49:28)
- Leaderboards & Banter: Josh Rodriguez leads after a “5-1” week; panel jokes about their picks and ChatGPT’s simulated record.
- Key Game Picks:
- Bears at Ravens: Panel mostly leans Ravens (“Think Derrick Henry gets back on track…”).
- Browns at Patriots: Unanimous for Patriots.
- Buccaneers at Saints: Unanimous for Bucs (“Baker Mayfield rebounds.”).
- Niners at Texans: Mixed; some predict a Texas upset at home.
- Packers at Steelers: Most pick Packers despite concerns.
- Cowboys at Broncos:
- Isaiah Stanback (46:38): “I have faith in aspects of our team… I’m going with Broncos. 31–17.”
- Josh Rodriguez (47:02): “As much as my heart is telling me to pick the Dallas Cowboys… I’m picking the damn Cowboys yet again. 27–23 Dallas.”
- Patrick Walker (48:05): “I’m telling the Broncos they better get their glutes ready… 33 Denver, 25.”
- Kyle Yeomans (49:10): “I’m picking Denver and it’s going to be 31–21. Denver wins it. … I love it when the Cowboys prove me wrong. And they’re going to have to do it again this week.”
Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments
- On Denver’s offensive game plan:
- Josh Rodriguez (04:21): “Make the linebackers tackle you in space. Because they haven’t proven they can do that very well.”
- On knee braces and player readiness:
- Isaiah Stanback (09:43): “Overshone, to his credit, went on Twitter… ‘It’s an accessory, not a necessity.’”
- Statistical reality check:
- Kyle Yeomans (21:06): “The 2000 Rams are the only team to allow 28 points per game and make the playoffs, period.”
- Banter about sore glutes:
- Patrick Walker (14:16): “Makes a sword glued out of you and me.”
- Kyle Yeomans (14:20): “We have half-assed answers right now.”
- On bold predictions:
- Patrick Walker (28:31): “I want to buy a ticket to the Eberflus… Candy man.”
- On home team loyalty:
- Kyle Yeomans (49:10): “I love it when the Cowboys prove me wrong. And they’re going to have to do it again this week.”
Timestamps for Important Segments
| Timestamp | Segment/Topic | |------------|--------------------------------------------------------| | 00:55 | Show kicks off, Week 8 framing, cast introductions | | 03:50 | “If you were Sean Payton…” – How to attack Cowboys D | | 06:03 | News & injury updates—Trayvon Diggs, Dono Wilson, etc. | | 09:43 | On Overshown, braces, rumors about player readiness | | 14:16 | Glute injury jokes and banter | | 20:47 | KY’s stat of the week: Defensive struggles | | 23:17 | College Football Minute | | 25:48 | “Get Your Popcorn Ready” bold prediction movie game | | 38:48 | Picks leaderboard and weekend NFL picks | | 46:09 | Cowboys v. Broncos predictions—panel picks & scores | | 49:10 | Kyle’s closing thoughts – needs to be “proven wrong” |
Overall Tone
The episode was lighthearted, slightly irreverent, and loaded with the signature chemistry of the Talkin’ Cowboys crew—balancing seriousness about the Cowboys’ challenges with plenty of laughs, puns, and optimism about individual player potential (notably, belief in running back Javonte). Despite skepticism around Dallas’ current form, several hosts held out hope for improvement, with passionate predictions for both sides of the ball.
Summary Takeaways
- Cowboys are at a pivotal point: First back-to-back win opportunity under Schottenheimer, but facing a strong Denver defense.
- Injuries loom large: Absence of Diggs and possible Wilson absence are concerns.
- Defense must tighten up: Historic stats indicate Dallas must improve to make a real playoff bid.
- Panel is split on outcome: Some hold faith in Dallas; others are picking Denver but invite the Cowboys to “prove ‘em wrong.”
- “We believe in Javonte” is a rallying cry: The running back is seen as a potential X-factor.
Fans tuning in get a comprehensive, nuanced look at both Xs and Os and locker-room vibes, making this a must-listen pregame show for diehard Cowboys faithful.