Every week, we gather to discuss the latest news about the Dallas Cowboys and seek our writer’s perspective on each headline. Welcome back to the roundtable. This week we have David Howman, RJ Ochoa, and Jess Haynie.
What single defensive issue hurt most? Rush-lane discipline, communication, or tackling?
Discussions among Cowboys analysts reveal that defensive issues stem primarily from poor communication and lane discipline, particularly in linebacker play, with Kenneth Murray underperforming. Regarding fourth-down decisions, the consensus is that execution failed rather than the aggression itself, with players struggling to perform basic tasks. Logan Wilson’s anticipated arrival is seen as a crucial upgrade, enhancing run fits and coverage, while also providing leadership to the struggling linebacker unit. Overall, the team must improve execution and communication for better defensive performance.
