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The Dallas Cowboys were predicted by many to be the representative for the NFC in the Super Bowl, but things fell apart for America's team and they failed to even reach the postseason.

Injuries, off-the-field distractions and Terrell Owens' tantrums were just way too much for the Cowboys to overcome.

The team had to try and overcome the injury to quarterback Tony Romo's pinkie finger, which forced a time-share between Brad Johnson and Brooks Bollinger under center. Let's just say that didn't end well.

With an offseason to heal and T.O. and Pacman Jones released, the Cowboys hope they can get back to just playing football and not having to deal with all this other stuff surrounding their team.

Of course, Romo now will have to get used to the absence of Owens and his play-making ability. It will hurt losing such a talented receiver, but I'm not sure we would ever get to see the real Romo with Owens constantly in his face about throwing passes his way.

The schedule will be tough as usual, beginning with the six games against NFC East opponents. They also have to play the NFC South, which means road games against Tampa Bay and New Orleans.

At least they gave the Falcons and Panthers at home, both of which were playoff teams in 2008.

The Cowboys didn't get too unlucky with the two random teams they will play, as they will host the Seattle Seahawks and travel to Green Bay to take on the Packers.