Dallas falls flat as fears realized
Dallas News • • general
Key Points:
- Cowboys owner Jerry Jones expressed nervousness before the season opener, reflecting uncertainty about the team's new-look defense.
- The Cowboys lost to the Giants 28-20, with the Giants dominating especially on third downs, converting 9 of 11 attempts.
- The Giants won the trench battle early, pressuring quarterback Dak Prescott who was hit multiple times and threw an interception, while Cowboys' running game struggled.
- Dallas committed nine penalties for 90 yards, including critical ones that extended Giants' drives and hindered a comeback attempt.
- The Cowboys' pass rush underperformed, recording only two sacks, raising concerns about the defense's ability to pressure opposing quarterbacks effectively.
