Sunday was a big day for the 2018 Dallas Cowboys as they got a huge win on the road against the Atlanta Falcons. Right about the time that Leighton Vander Esch intercepted Matt Ryan in the game https://www.dallascowboysfanshop.com/Connor-Williams-Jersey , something big was happening elsewhere within the NFC East.Washington Redskins quarterback Alex Smith broke his tibia and fibula during the team’s loss to the Houston Texans. With only a game lead on the Dallas Cowboys and a date against them on a short week this Thanksgiving, this is one of the biggest things to happen across the division this season.Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty ImagesNo Alex Smith means that Washington will have to start their backup quarterback against the Cowboys on Turkey Day. Those who follow college football, especially in the state of Texas, will know him well... as will Dallas Cowboys fans. Colt McCoy will get yet another chance to shine in Arlington.It was four years ago that McCoy started for Washington while they dealt with injuries ahead of him. Dallas entered that Monday Night Football matchup riding a six-game win streak, but the energy of their night and season was sucked out of AT&T Stadium when Tony Romo was knocked from the game with a back injury (it feels like so long ago, doesn’t it?).Brandon Weeden drove the bus while Romo was out but ultimately Tony would come back and the Cowboys would lose in overtime. McCoy was 25/30 for 299 yards and scored with a rushing touchdown. It was quite embarrassing for Cowboys fans that he managed to lead the Redskins to victory over a squad that was on such fire.Things are very different for the Cowboys four years laterThere was no Dak Prescott, Ezekiel Elliott, or Amari Cooper on that 2014 Cowboys team. Defensively there was no DeMarcus Lawrence just yet, no Jaylon Smith, no Leighton Vander Esch, no Byron Jones. The Cowboys defense https://www.dallascowboysfanshop.com/Darren-Woodson-Jersey , this Cowboys defense, was not there and as a result Colt should be in for a much tougher time this Thursday.The Cowboys defense is ballin’ at some unreal levels right now. They just handled Atlanta in Atlanta in a way that nobody handles Atlanta in Atlanta. On paper they’d have every advantage as this short week game is a home one for them and McCoy will have even less time than a normal backup being thrust into the starting role as things are going to move so quick this week.It’s definitely better for the Cowboys to face Colt McCoy than it would have been for them to face Alex Smith, but it’s not a foregone conclusion that they’ll win. There’s no question that this is a gift of sorts and the Cowboys have to do their part to capitalize on it. They couldn’t four years ago against Colt, hopefully they can this time around. It wouldn’t be a surprise if the Cowboys look to address the slot receiver position in the upcoming 2019 NFL Draft. Cole Beasley has been pretty vocal on social media recently about his role in the offense, and frustrations with the Dallas’ front office. With all of that coming out, plus Beasley likely demanding a big contract, Dallas is going to be looking long and hard at these slot receivers at the Senior Bowl in Mobile, Alabama. If they’ve been watching, they should be impressed. Georgia State’s WR Penny Hart has been absolutely brilliant so far in two practices in Mobile. Hart measured 5’8”, weighed 180-lbs, had 8 7/8” hands Chidobe Awuzie Jersey , and 31 3/8” arms during the official weigh in’s on Tuesday, and since he stepped on that stage he’s had growing buzz surrounding his name. Hart has been torturing defensive backs with his short-area quickness, change of direction skills, and lower body explosion in and out of his breaks, which has made him practically unguardable working in 1-on-1’s. Working against some of the better cornerbacks and safety prospects here, Hart has won it seems every single one of his reps no matter who the opposing defender was. Most questions regarding Penny Hart’s game were around the level of competition he faced at Georgia State, but those questions are being addressed through two days of practice. The other question was if his catch radius, and true athletic ability, would hurt him against that tougher competition but so far he looks to be one of the most athletic/explosive receivers here in and out of his breaks, and has been one of the more consistent receivers catching the football up-and-away from his frame. Other folks did have some questions about his ability to make a difference in the receiving game in the deeper third of the field, and not just the short to intermediate portion of the field. Similar to the stuff underneath Jourdan Lewis Color Rush Jersey , Hart has been creating easy separation in the deeper third of the field with his burst off the line of scrimmage and at the top of his routes at his initial break. Hart is also a very flexible receiver in his hips and legs which allows him to sink and bend in ways that some receivers simply cannot. Penny Hart texted me late last night and let me know that the Dallas Cowboys have met with him “multiple” times throughout the week at the Senior Bowl, and he has a feeling both guys have mutual interest. The Cowboys may be needing an explosive slot receiver that can consistently get open, and showcase reliable hands in clutch situations. Penny Hart is that guy. There are a few other intriguing slot options here in Mobile; UMass’s Andy Isabella, Clemson’s Hunter Renfrow, and North Carolina State’s Jakobi Meyers have also played well this week, but so far, Georgia State’s Penny Hart has been far-and-away the best receiver here.