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NFL: Which backup QB’s made the strongest statement?

By Natalie G.

Aug 28, 2014; Oakland, CA, USA; Oakland Raiders quarterback Derek Carr (4) smiles on the sideline during the second quarter of the preseason game against the Seattle Seahawks at O.co Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Ed Szczepanski-USA TODAY Sports
Aug 28, 2014; Oakland, CA, USA; Oakland Raiders quarterback Derek Carr (4) smiles on the sideline during the second quarter of the preseason game against the Seattle Seahawks at O.co Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Ed Szczepanski-USA TODAY Sports /
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Jul 31, 2014; Oxnard, CA, USA; Dallas Cowboys quarterback Brandon Weeden (3) throws a pass at training camp at the River Ridge Fields. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
Jul 31, 2014; Oxnard, CA, USA; Dallas Cowboys quarterback Brandon Weeden (3) throws a pass at training camp at the River Ridge Fields. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports /

2. Brandon Weeden, Dallas Cowboys

Thankfully, the Dallas Cowboys’ preseason came to an end on Thursday with their 27-3 loss to the Denver Broncos.

For the first time since 2000, and fifth time overall, the Cowboys did not win a preseason game. Of the four previous win-less preseasons, the Cowboys finished above .500 just once, making the playoffs in 1998 with a 10-6 record.

The Cowboys will begin the start of the regular-season opener, on September 7th, with low outside expectations in part because of their three straight 8-8 finishes and due to a defense that lacks playmakers and will be counting on role players to play in big-time positions.

Additionally, the Cowboys will go into the season with their most inexperienced backup quarterback since Tony Romo in 2006 in Brandon Weeden. Starting his second preseason game, Weeden completed seven of 13 passes for 83 yards and an interception. His turnover was the result of a forced throw to Devin Street on a roll out that cornerback Tony Carter was able to pick off, and the Broncos scored a touchdown on the ensuing drive.

Weeden was able to respond with a field goal drive the next time he had the ball, completing two third-down throws and hitting LaRon Byrd with a 26-yard completion while taking a big hit. On third-and-goal he wisely chose to run the ball instead of forcing a pass, making sure the Cowboys got points.

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