Cowboys’ Surprises, Rangers’ Woes, Seasons on the Line | Just Wondering with Norm Hitzges

In this episode of Just Wondering, Norm dissects the Dallas Cowboys’ 53-man roster and isn’t shy about calling out the biggest surprises — including who stayed, who got cut, and why some decisions make little sense. From Joe Milton’s shaky preseason play to the looming need for backup quarterbacks, Norm lays out the challenges facing the Cowboys as the season opener approaches. Shifting to baseball, Norm takes a hard look at the Texas Rangers’ season collapse. Despite having one of the best pitching staffs in franchise history, injuries to Nathan Uvalde and Jacob deGrom have gutted their postseason hopes. Norm explains why 2026, not 2024, may be the Rangers’ best chance to truly capitalize on their talent. And because it wouldn’t be football season without picks, Norm reminds listeners about his legendary college and NFL predictions — a tradition he’s carried for over 45 years. He closes the show with an invite to the RoughRiders Stadium Fantasy Football Draft, promising fans a chance to talk sports, strategy, and everything in between. Whether you’re a diehard Cowboys fan, a frustrated Rangers supporter, or just hungry for sharp sports analysis, this episode packs in everything you need to kick off the fall season. Sign up for Norm's Picks of the Pole, here: https://payhip.com/PicksofthePolewithNormHitzges or email Norm for picks: norm13tenmail.com ⏱️ Chapters: 0:00 – Introduction & overview of today’s topics 1:45 – Cowboys 53-man roster breakdown and biggest surprises 6:08 – Rangers’ collapse: wasted pitching and slim playoff hopes 9:54 – College football and NFL picks — Norm’s track record 11:46 – Fantasy Football Draft Night at RoughRiders Stadium 12:53 – Sponsors: Fluent Financial & Bob’s Steak and Chop House 13:49 – Final thoughts and closing remarks Check us out: patreon.com/sunsetloungedfw  Instagram: sunsetloungedfw Tiktok: sunsetloungedfw X: SunsetLoungeDFW FB: Sunset Lounge DFW