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Cowboys' epic collapse: Defense crumbles vs. Cardinals
1 Nov
Summary
- Cowboys defense allowed Cardinals to rally from a 24-10 deficit.
- Offense struggled with Dak Prescott under 200 passing yards.
- Key defensive player Caleb Downs suffered a concussion in the loss.
The Dallas Cowboys experienced a significant collapse in their Week 8 game against the Arizona Cardinals, marking one of the worst in franchise history. The team held a commanding 24-10 lead heading into the fourth quarter but saw its defense completely disintegrate.
Arizona rallied with multiple scores, forcing overtime where they ultimately kicked the game-winning field goal. This defeat highlights a concerning trend for the Cowboys' defense, which struggled mightily in the latter half of the game. Offensive performance also remained a concern, with Dak Prescott failing to surpass 200 passing yards and the offensive line showing weaknesses in pass protection and run blocking.
Compounding the loss, the Cowboys sustained key injuries. Tight end Jake Ferguson re-injured his ankle, and defensive back Caleb Downs suffered a concussion, significantly impacting a defense already struggling this season. The Cowboys' ability to maintain a lead and close out games remains a critical issue.
