Dallas Cowboys: Could Cowboys Be a Superbowl Contender in 2011?

OK so the 2010 season isn't even over yet, but a crazy thought has been running through my head.

Could the 3-8 Dallas Cowboys be a Super Bowl contender in 2011?

So far the Cowboys have been convincing since Wade Phillips departure, and that's been without Tony Romo.

What's the likelihood they can contend next year?

Jason Garrett

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ARLINGTON, TX - NOVEMBER 21: Dallas Cowboys interim head coach Jason Garrett watches the action during the game at Dallas Stadium on November 21, 2010 in Arlington, Texas. The Cowboys defeated the Lions 35-19. (Photo by Leon Halip/Getty Images)

When the Cowboys first announced their interim coach, I thought they were insane.

Jason Garrett was a part of the problem, not the solution!

Three games into his head coaching career, I'm getting close to feeling like an idiot, but I'm not quite there yet.

Garrett has convinced these players to fight for him, something Wade Phillips was unable to do.

That right there is impressive within itself. 

And the fact of the matter is, the Cowboys are 2-1 since he took over, with that one loss coming by a field goal to the defending Super Bowl champions.

A game the Cowboys more than likely would have won if Roy Williams could hold onto the ball.

The Cowboys have all the talent they need, and now they're playing as a cohesive, inspired unit and look darn good.

Tony Romo

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ARLINGTON, TX - OCTOBER 31: Injured quarterback Tony Romo of the Dallas Cowboys looks on against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Cowboys Stadium on October 31, 2010 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Stephen Dunn/Getty Images)

The Cowboys have experienced their latest success without the aid of quarterback Tony Romo.

It will be interesting what Garrett has in store for Romo when he returns next year.

I know that Romo haters will be quick to say that Kitna is the reason the Cowboys are playing well, but does anyone really believe that?

Yeah, Kitna has done well, but Romo is better. 

Young Core

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ARLINGTON, TX - NOVEMBER 21: Wide receiver Dez Bryant #88 of the Dallas Cowboys celebrates after the Cowboys beat the Detroit Lions 35-19 at Cowboys Stadium on November 21, 2010 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Tom Pennington/Getty Images)

This year Dez Bryant has already found the end zone eight times.

Six through the air, and twice on punt returns.

DeMarcus Ware is finally playing with some inspiration.

Miles Austin simply continues to play incredible.

This team has the young talent to contend for years, and don't forget they are going to likely get a top 10 draft choice to add to that core though the draft.

Jerry Jones

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ARLINGTON, TX - NOVEMBER 21: Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones watches as the Cowboys take on the Detroit Lions at Cowboys Stadium on November 21, 2010 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Tom Pennington/Getty Images)

Hate him or love him, Jerry Jones has an open wallet.

Which means if the Cowboys have a deficiency somewhere, Jones will be willing to pay to fill that hole.

Jones is too involved with his team, but at least he is willing to spend when he needs to.

Now, I'm realistic. I doubt the Cowboys will win the Super Bowl next year, but wouldn't be surprised to see them in the playoffs.

The talent is there, and now the effort is there. The 2011 season is a long ways away, but things are already looking up for the 'Boys.