In America, the winner takes all.

Chapter 302 Returning to the Sky Dome; the smell of gunpowder at the party (8k)

"After the bye, the Dallas Cowboys went on the road again. This time they came to Atlanta, Georgia, to challenge the Atlanta Falcons, who have performed well this season, away from home at the famous Skydome."

"Under the leadership of new coach Dan Reeves, the Falcons have achieved their best season since the team was founded. In the first seven rounds, they only lost to the San Francisco 49ers led by Stephen Young. They are currently tied with the 49ers for the top spot in the NFC West. The top position. The team's quarterback Chris Chandler and running back Jamal Anderson performed particularly well. But unfortunately, Chris Chandler's training before the game He suffered a muscle strain, and moments before the game started, Dan Reeves finally decided to appoint veteran Steve DeBerg as the starting quarterback."

Madden's voice echoed again under the special light-transmitting roof of the Skydome.

"The Falcons' opponent was the Dallas Cowboys, who lost an upset loss to the Bears in the last round. Except for Ethan O'Connor, all the Cowboys players were sleepwalking in the last game. This is a dangerous sign. Looking back, The story of the Cowboys, the guys from Dallas didn't win a single game in the preseason, but then entering the regular season, the Cowboys were the only undefeated team in the league."

"This is inseparable from Ethan O'Connor, the sixth overall pick this year. He has shown amazing adaptability. His current performance can be said to have completely overshadowed Peyton Manning, the top pick in this year's draft..."

"A few years ago, it was in this magnificent stadium that I first met this young man named Ethan from the University of Alabama, and now he is the next generation of the Cowboys dynasty team. core……"

In the words of the commentator, both teams completed their debut. Today, the Cowboys are wearing pure white away uniforms decorated with blue stars and blue lines.

Ethan looked at the team members beside him kneeling to pray, and someone took out a silver cross hanging on his chest.

Considering that many members of the Cowboys team have a reason to win in this game, maybe the prayers at this time will become particularly pious compared to the previous games.

There are Falcons cheerleaders performing on the field at this time. There are currently three "Eagles" in the NFL: the Seahawks, the Philadelphia Eagles, and the Atlanta Falcons that Ethan will face today.

Compared with the Seahawks who "light up the West" and the Philadelphia Eagles who always wear very little, these cheerleaders of the Falcons really have no characteristics.

He has a stout figure and a face that is stiff and old due to excessive medical beauty. Compared with DCC, he is the difference between a passerby and a celebrity.

Ethan thought this would be better, as it would save some people's attention.

The members of the Falcons finally appeared on the court at this time. As the home team, they naturally received more cheers than the Cowboys.

As a team that is almost the same as the Cowboys, there is not much to say about the Falcons' performance. However, compared with the disappointed Cowboys fans, at least this year's Falcons fans are lucky. The Falcons have achieved their own success. The best result since the establishment of the team.

Although the Falcons' main quarterback was unable to play in this game, Ethan would never take it lightly - his eyes were fixed on the sturdy black player not far away.

Although he is only 108 meters, he weighs a full kg, and his arms are so thick that they are as thick as a normal person's thighs. Against the background of the black jersey, he looks more and more like a North American bison.

Jamal Anderson, currently the best player on the Falcons, averages nearly a hundred yards rushing per game, and his single offense efficiency even exceeds that of the Cowboys' Emmitt Smith.

The game officially began, with the Falcons taking the lead.

Ethan looked at his own defensive team. There were four forwards and three line positions. It was a very standard frontline defensive lineup. The safety guard was deep and could defend the near end and far end in a very balanced way.

On the Falcons' first possession, the aging Steve DeBerg turned around and handed the ball to Jamal Anderson behind him. The latter suddenly accelerated and moved quickly along the middle, while the full guards around the two men had already rushed forward to clear the way for Jamal.

On the other hand, the Cowboys' defensive team did not panic at all. The three linebackers almost did not try to rush forward to rush the pass. Instead, they waited in place and formed a triangle position to "cover" the Falcon's rushing route.

Here, Jamal just rushed out of the line of scrimmage and immediately felt the pressure around him. Almost all the defensive personnel were pressuring him. Not only was he very fast, but the Cowboys' defensive players were well-proportioned and gave no pressure from the inside to the outside. Jamal any chance.

Jamal only gained one yard before being knocked down.

The Cowboys players clapped their hands. Although the defense was successful, the expressions on their faces became more and more nervous. They did not want to make the same mistakes as in the last game again.

In the second offense, the Falcons once again chose to let Jamal rush the ball directly, and the result was the same as the first offense. Although Jamal changed his line and chose to outflank him from the outside, he was still directly pulled down by the defensive end.

When Jamal was pulled up by his teammates, Ethan could see the confused expression on his face for a moment.

In the third offense, the Falcons still chose the running tactic, which can be said to be implemented to the end.

The Cowboys' defense also continued the decisiveness and determination of the first two gears. This time Jamal launched an attack from the weak side, but it still had no effect.

Ethan looked at Dave Campo beside him, who nodded slightly to Ethan.

It can be said that the Falcons' tactical arrangements for this game have been more or less understood by Dave.

The Falcons' top quarterback was unable to play due to injury, which greatly weakened the Falcons' offensive firepower. As a last resort, the Falcons could only choose conservative running tactics, hoping to let Jamal, who was in excellent condition, open up the situation for the team.

The Cowboys understood the opponent's mentality. Before the game, Dave continued to strengthen run defense training. The Cowboys' seemingly balanced defensive strategy was just an illusion, but in fact it was a complete run defense tactic.

With 12 minutes and 51 seconds left in the first quarter, the Falcons hurriedly ended their first offense.

Next it was Ethan's turn to appear.

Just like the Falcons, Eason also chose to hand the ball to running back Emmitt Smith behind him during the first offense. Compared with Jamal, who is much targeted, Emmitt's running space is undoubtedly larger. Some, but not much, and at the same time Ethan turned to hand off the ball, the Falcons defensive end changed his target and rushed directly towards Emmett.

Emmett seemed to move to the inside while taking a big step with his legs. At the moment when the Falcons defensive players were getting closer, Emmett twisted his whole body and moved to the outside to bypass the defensive end.

This is called the "goose walk", a quick change of direction during running, and is named after the athlete's posture.

Facing the defensive player who double-teamed him at the second time, Emmett used two more turns to complete the breakthrough again and had already crossed the line of scrimmage.

This is the gold content of the league's top running back, Ethan looked at the fast jumping back.

As long as Ethan passes the ball to Emmett, the latter can basically cross the line of scrimmage smoothly. Even if it is intercepted sometimes, it will at least gain yards for the Cowboys. This means that Emmett's offense is very stable.

As a quarterback, Ethan feels that he is more like a "chess player". The ultimate goal is to send the ball into the opponent's zone. In these games, as long as he does not find a suitable offensive opportunity, Ethan will give the ball to Emmett.

Emmett had gained seven yards for the Cowboys when he went down.

Just three more yards would give the Cowboys a new offense.

In the second attack, after receiving the ball from the center, Ethan turned around again and seemed to want to give the ball to Emmett again.

The latter also started again as before, like a panther, his whole body was so fast that it left an afterimage in the defender's sight, but this time Emmett's route was towards the middle. This choice made He attracts the attention of most of the forward players.

At the same time, Ethan quickly went around him from behind and broke through to the outside. The ball was in Ethan's hands from beginning to end. Relying on Emmett's cover, Ethan made it without any interference. Speed ​​up.

On the other side, Emmett took two lateral steps on the spot, perfectly blocking between Ethan and the defender, and successfully covering Ethan to pass the line of scrimmage.

Three yards, for the current Ethan, it was like picking something out of a bag. It was almost a step, and the Cowboys got the first offense.

Ethan did not choose to stop, but continued to charge with the ball, using a standard outside transfer route, with two long legs and long strides, relying on speed to exhaust the outflanking defenders.

The defenders found themselves unable to catch up with Ethan.

Ethan dribbled the ball forward for another fifteen yards before being blocked by the second-line defenders.

Relying on two relatively easy attacks, the Cowboys successfully reached the Falcons' half.

In the new round of attack, Ethan let Emmet explore the path first. But in the second gear, before turning around, Ethan saw a gap next to Michael Owen. The moment he completed the turn, the football in Ethan's hand had already been thrown. Got out.

The rugby ball has its own spiral, spanning the entire front line. It has a straight path with almost no arc, allowing the rugby ball to fly very quickly, flying straight towards Michael Owen.

At the same time, Michael Owen also began to accelerate forward. At this time, his cooperation with Ethan became more and more tacit.

However, Michael was still a bit unskilled at this time, and due to the interference of the two defensive players around him, he did not successfully catch the ball.

I could only watch the football fall to the ground.

After the pass failed, Michael Irving looked particularly angry and chopped the turf twice.

He definitely has a violent temper, otherwise he wouldn't stab his teammates in the neck with scissors just because they were fighting for seats.

Ethan shook his head. If Michael could catch this ball, it would most likely be a touchdown.

In the third offense, Ethan used almost the same routine. This time he passed the ball to the slot receiver Billy. He jumped high and reached out to reach the football that was flying over. Unfortunately, he still missed it by a hair.

Three opportunities were used up, but the Cowboys were not able to get the first offense smoothly. Ethan shook his head. Except for Emmitt, several other offensive sharpshooters of the Cowboys were not in the state.

Ethan was not in a hurry and used the safest defense and chose to take a free kick.

Richie Cunningham, the Cowboys' current kicker, is known for his consistent play.

This time the task was a bit difficult, a free kick of 53 yards, but fortunately the angle was very right.

Richie, the shooting machine, volleyed hard. The angle of the football that flew out seemed to be a little off. It was about to hit the post and fly out. Billy and others' hearts were in their throats for a moment. The next second, they saw the football and the post. The collision made a muffled sound, and the football that changed direction luckily fell into the ball frame.

The goal is valid!

Billy and the others were finally relieved.

After regaining possession of the ball, the Falcons tried to make changes, but after veteran quarterback Steve Deberg was tackled continuously, the Falcons still did not dare to take risks and continued to hand the ball directly to running back Jamal. , which is exactly what the Cowboys want to see.

Soon the Eagles ushered in another failed offense and directly punted and handed the ball back to the Cowboys.

However, Ethan's teammates failed to seize the opportunity this time and failed to catch the ball several times in a row.

The game then entered a slightly dull few minutes, until near the end of the first quarter, Ethan's personal running ball breakthrough directly rushed out for nearly thirty yards, allowing the Cowboys to score.

After the center kicked off, Ethan moved the ball laterally behind the line this time, and then cooperated with Emmett to make a pass. After the latter got the ball, he lived up to expectations and rushed directly into the formation.

The PAT was completed at the end of the first quarter, and the Cowboys currently have a 10-point lead.

"If you ask me, we have a high probability of winning this game. The Falcons are short of arms and legs now, and our offensive tactics are still broken by us."

At the end of the first quarter, Billy relaxed a little.

Although opening champagne at halftime is taboo, as a professional player, you can often feel the situation on the field from the first quarter. Without the main quarterback, the Falcons are not strong enough to defeat the Cowboys. Moreover, the tactics were guessed by the Cowboys in advance. No matter how you look at it, the Cowboys will win with a high probability.

And Ethan next to Billy felt the same way.

"Since we can win, let's win better. We have to keep our opponents clean in this game! Don't forget what old Jones said before." Ethan reminded in particular.

"That's right Ethan. The Cowboys defeated the Atlanta Falcons with a clean sheet on the road. I think Old Jones will be happy when he hears this news. We can always have a few peaceful days. I don't want to be kicked out of the team. , I bought a big house in New York, and I have to pay back a lot of loans every month." Billy said with lingering fear.

This proposal was also supported by most of the players present.

Old Jones, the fans, and the players on the team all need such a hearty victory!

In the second quarter, seeing the score gap between the two teams getting bigger and bigger, the Cowboys' defensive team did not defend at all, and they were tense and did not give their opponents any chance.

Even if the Falcons used some special tactics that had never been used before at this time, they still could not penetrate the Cowboys' defense.

Looking back at the Cowboys' offense, Ethan relied on his excellent sense of smell to repeatedly find loopholes in the Falcons' defense.

A strong wide receiver can only allow the team to score more points, while an excellent quarterback can make an otherwise mediocre wide receiver become powerful. This is the horror of quarterbacks.

Under Ethan's intentional feeding, the two receivers gradually found their touch and each scored a touchdown in the second quarter.

At halftime, the Cowboys already led their opponents 24-0.

In the third quarter, the Cowboys continued to attack the city, and Ethan and Emmett each scored a running ball touchdown.

The Cowboys' score subsequently reached 38 points, and the poor Falcons lost the possibility of a comeback.

However, the Falcons did not give up completely. They still contributed several beautiful offenses in the fourth quarter. Seeing that they had already chosen to take free kicks, Ethan stood up again at the critical moment and chose to be a member of the special team when the Falcons played. Player, at the moment of kick-off, Ethan let out a strong roar, as if he was rushing towards the opponent's kicker.

For a moment, the Falcons' kicker had a hint of fear in his eyes and kicked the ball in a panic.

Ethan immediately looked up, and when he saw the football flying directly out of the baseline with a large deviation, he knew that his interference tactics had worked well.

Relying on Ethan's interference strategy in the fourth quarter, the Cowboys really won the away game and successfully shut down their opponents.

"If the Cowboys were upset last time, then this time the Cowboys' performance also exceeded most people's expectations."

"But the last time the performance was unexpectedly bad, this time the performance was unexpectedly good. This is amazing. The Cowboys' performance was simply perfect. Half a month ago they were the bad boys that everyone despised. This time They let everyone know that bad boys become bad boys because they have a lot of confidence."

"Although the Falcons' offensive firepower has declined due to the absence of the main quarterback, this does not mean that the Atlanta Falcons should lose this game. In fact, the Falcons also showed amazing fighting spirit in the game. But unfortunately, they ran into an angry Cowboys team!”

This time Ethan was finally able to get an interview with Penny again.

"Ethan, tell me, what have the Cowboys been through during this period?" Penny handed the microphone to Ethan.

"In fact, we didn't do anything. We were defeated by our own hands. This result is unacceptable. The same problem must not be repeated a second time. This is what Mr. Jones taught us." "In other words, Mr. Jerry Jones once taught you something?”

"Of course, Mr. Jones was a football player. He knows exactly what we need. He is the best boss in the league, approachable and very professional..." Ethan was not stingy in his praise of Jerry Jones. .

"Judging from the performance of this game, the haze hanging over the Cowboys has been cleared away. What are your plans for the next game? Do you have the confidence to re-establish a new dynasty..." Penny said again Pass the microphone to Ethan.

Ethan has asked himself similar questions countless times.

"Of course, when I chose to enter the NFL, I had already set a goal, the only goal." Ethan nodded.

"Is this construed as your manifesto to the Super Bowl?"

"Yes, if there is a chance, I want to win the trophy in my rookie season!" Ethan made no secret of his pursuit of honors.

In NFL history, there are currently seven players who have become Super Bowl champions in their rookie seasons.

The vast majority of these seven are running backs.

As for the main quarterback, there is no one who won a championship in his rookie season-yet.

Even that man only got a chance to start in his third year after joining the team because the main quarterback was injured.

Ethan’s words can no longer be described as “bold words”.

And if Ethan is really lucky enough to win the Super Bowl in his rookie season, it can be said that he will

"I hope to see that day come." Penny finally said.

Ethan was the last one to enter the locker room, and the atmosphere in the locker room was particularly lively at this time.

For these players, nothing is more worthy of celebration than the aftermath.

"Look at those messages in the BBS, you'd better take a look." At this time, Billy turned the computer screen to everyone.

There is indeed a computer in the locker room and it is connected to the Internet.

Ethan also came over. On the simple and original page, he could see that most of the fans' messages were related to this game.

"Ethan said he wanted to challenge for the Super Bowl? I can't imagine the day when his wish comes true!"

"These idiots finally showed me that it was possible to make the playoffs."

"Thank you to the Chicago Bears for waking up the Cowboys!"

"Let's not talk about anything else. I want to ask for other teams. The Cowboys have contacted those call girls in Chicago and they also want to give it a try."

"No one will be expelled! Ethan, I can't wait to hug you and kiss you right now." Billy said and approached Ethan directly.

Ethan ducked out of the way instantly.

·

Late at night, in a local high-end hotel in Atlanta, Ethan held Lisa and Susan in his arms.

The two also followed Ethan to Atlanta and watched the game live.

After the game, the two also fulfilled their promise and "rewarded" Ethan, even giving him a special gift for zero opponents...

After the battle, the two hugged Ethan lovingly and kissed Ethan all over.

Ethan said that for the two of them to return to Dallas with him, it was time to officially put the "Star Project" on the agenda. Lisa and Charlotte had to meet to discuss the details, and of course the most important thing, to Distribute the proceeds in a way acceptable to both parties.

After hearing about Ethan's purpose, Lisa couldn't help but raise her head.

"I thought you didn't want me to leave, but it turns out you want me to be a tool again." Lisa said with a bit of resentment.

There was a time when she felt that as long as she tied down Ethan in her career, she would completely tie down Ethan as a person.

Only now did Lisa realize that she was the only one being chained.

"There is no way, compared with the real behemoth, we are still too weak." Ethan said helplessly.

"But then again, wouldn't you have many opportunities to come to Dallas in the future?" Ethan said with a smile.

"It makes sense." Lisa turned over and pressed her cheek against Ethan's chest. At this time, she could hear the thumping sound of Ethan's heart.

"Then you can't be angry when I come over often in the future."

"Why should I be angry? It's too late for me to be happy." Ethan rubbed Lisa's back with his right hand.

"The premise is that you give me one last notification before coming."

"I won't." Lisa curled her lips.

"I'm going to see who you hooked up with in Dallas."

·

Ethan returned to Dallas with the team members the next day, while Lisa and Susan arrived early on another private jet.

That afternoon, Ethan received a special call.

Jerry Jones actually invited him to his home for dinner that night.

This kind of treatment was something that even Troy Aikman could not enjoy before. After Ethan hung up the phone, he immediately called Charlotte.

"Don't take yourself too seriously. It's not just you, everyone is involved. My father invited almost all the main players and brought their families to the manor he built on the outskirts of Dallas not long ago." Charlotte explained.

"Family members?"

"That's right, do you want to call Kelsey over?" Charlotte asked with a smile.

Kelsey is still in Nebraska and won't be back for a few days. It's impossible to make it back to Dallas tonight.

"That's not necessary."

"Come here early, I'll take you around the manor."

"Okay, let's take this time to talk about the Star Project."

Ethan did not disclose that he hired "foreign aid". The reason for doing so was not because he was a member of the Cowboys. It was "discourteous" to hold high-tech and make money from the Cowboys at the same time.

Let Lisa take the lead and it's a completely different story.

Charlotte on the other hand thought that Ethan was going to tell her this in person, so she agreed without hesitation.

Ethan then informed Lisa.

·

"These are the real rich people." In an open-air party venue, Billy in a suit looked at the huge wilderness area extending to the sky and couldn't help but sigh.

Calling it an "estate" is actually not that rigorous. A more accurate term would be a "private hunting club." This is a fairly large private territory, adjacent to a nature reserve in Texas. Old Jones I bought this place not long ago, renovated it, and set up a fence. There are all kinds of wild animals in the wilderness, and you can hunt to your heart's content here.

Just as he was talking, he saw several off-road vehicles with their roofs removed approaching from a distance, with several wild animals that had been shot in the vehicles.

This is one of the ingredients that will be grilled outdoors later.

Others need to be made into animal specimens and placed indoors.

"Let's drive around in the park later." Billy put his arm around his girlfriend's shoulders and said to Ethan next to him.

Ethan was quite interested in hunting, but he had more important things to do now. He said that if he had a chance next time, he would compete with Billy in marksmanship.

As he was talking, Ethan noticed a Chrysler Grand Voyray MPV driving up on the paved road.

Ethan was surrounded by teammates and team staff at the moment. Everyone looked at him, curious about who this mysterious visitor was.

As the car door opened, Susan got out first. She was still dressed in professional attire as before. After getting off the car, Susan stretched out her hand. Only then did Lisa, who was dressed up, get out of the car.

Although Lisa is not as stunning as Catherine at first glance, she is still attractive enough.

Especially when compared with the girlfriends and wives of other team members, they are obviously on a higher level.

Although there are some high-paid players among the players, the vast majority of salaries are not high. Compared with Lisa, who is at the top of Hollywood, it is naturally incomparable. This makes Lisa stand out and attracts everyone's attention for a while.

"Holy shit!" Billy exclaimed and instantly felt that the white girlfriend next to him didn't smell good. He didn't notice Ethan walking over.

In front of all the team members, Lisa directly took Ethan's arm. It was obvious that she was Ethan's female companion.

Now all the team members were stunned.

If Catherine had surprised the team members last time and thought Ethan was just unlucky, now they are completely envious.

Moreover, Lisa's extraordinary dress, high-end skirt, and various decorative details are enough to prove that this woman is a rich person in the absolute sense.

It was only then that his teammates discovered that Ethan was good at more than just football.

At the same time, at the back of the crowd, Charlotte was standing with DCC manager Kelly McGonagill and choreographer Judy Trammell. Everyone from top to bottom of the team was present, and naturally Jones’s three sons and daughters were also indispensable.

The three of them were talking and laughing at first, but then they were attracted by the commotion in front of them.

"Is that Ethan's wife?" Kelly McGonagier suddenly asked curiously, holding a can of beer in his hand.

"What?" Charlotte's expression froze.

My mind immediately became alert.

At the same time, the choreographer also followed his colleague’s gaze.

"She is definitely a rich person. Have you seen the bracelet on her wrist? Working-class people can't afford it. It's a limited edition. I've only seen it in the window." Judy Te, who is well-informed Rummel concluded.

rich? Can anyone be richer than my father?

Charlotte cursed.

Then I saw Ethan and two women walking over together.

At the same time, Ethan heard Lisa's whisper.

"You didn't explain it clearly, which made me dress so formally like a clown." Lisa frowned slightly.

An open-air barbecue party is considered an informal occasion. In the West, there are certain clothes to be worn on any occasion. There are several categories. What Lisa wore today was obviously too formal.

Lisa said, also noticing Charlotte standing not far away.

As soon as the two people's eyes met, Lisa immediately puffed up her chest in a showy manner, while Charlotte deliberately tightened her hair.

"Let me introduce to you, this is a well-known agent from Hollywood..."

"Hello, Ethan told me about you, your name is Charlotte Jones, right? Ethan has been in Dallas for such a long time, thank you for taking care of me."

Lisa took the initiative to reach out to Charlotte.

"This is what I should do. Ethan himself also feels that life in Dallas is very comfortable." Charlotte smiled lightly and shook hands with Lisa.

It seemed that both of them were very polite, but their hands only shook lightly and then quickly separated.

But the DCC manager, choreographer and Susan who were present could not help but look at each other and let out a wry smile.

Ethan glanced at the time and then suggested talking about business.

"Come into the room." Charlotte pointed to the manor house behind her.

(End of this chapter)