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Source: Associated Press
Summary
Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones criticized his coaching staff for errors in the final seconds of a 34-31 loss to the Baltimore Ravens. Jones said there was no satisfactory explanation for the defensive breakdown that allowed the Ravens to win. With 23 seconds left, Dak Prescott threw an incomplete pass, and after a penalty, the Cowboys called a timeout with 14 seconds remaining. Prescott threw the ball away, leaving seven seconds for a field goal. The defense left a gap, allowing Lamar Jackson to complete a 27-yard pass and Tyler Loop to kick a 56-yard field goal. The Cowboys (1-2) remain in the NFC East race after the Eagles lost to the Bears.
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This one felt recognizable early.
Jones called out the coaches like he always does.
Prescott didn’t wait long to throw it away.
The defense left the exact spot open.
The Cowboys are still in the hunt, but the same problems keep showing up.
Author: Evan Null
Jerry Jones’ Anger Is Familiar
Jerry Jones is not happy. After a 34-31 loss to the Ravens, Jones made it clear he’s upset with the coaching staff. He said there was no explanation for the mistakes made in the final seconds. The Cowboys had a chance to win, but things fell apart. Jones is used to being frustrated, and this loss is just another example of that.
Prescott’s Quick Decision
Dak Prescott didn’t wait long to make a decision. With 14 seconds left, he threw the ball away. That decision left just seven seconds for the field goal. It was a quick play, but it didn’t work out. The Cowboys’ offense didn’t get the chance to make a play, and the defense didn’t hold up.
The Defense Left a Gap
The Dallas defense left a gap that the Ravens took advantage of. Lamar Jackson completed a 27-yard pass to Zay Flowers, and the Ravens were able to get into field goal range. The defense didn’t stop them, and that cost the Cowboys the game. It’s a familiar issue for the Cowboys, who have struggled with defensive breakdowns.
Coaches Under Fire
Head coach Brian Schottenheimer and defensive coordinator Christian Parker are under pressure. Schottenheimer is in his second season as a head coach, and Parker is making his debut as a defensive coordinator. Fans and analysts are watching closely to see if they can fix the problems that led to this loss.
The Cowboys Still Have a Shot
Despite the loss, the Cowboys are still in the NFC East race. The Eagles lost to the Bears, and the Giants are tied with them at 2-1. Jones said the Cowboys are in the hunt, but he also admitted that the team has work to do. The Cowboys have a chance to get back on track against the Texans, but they’ll need to fix their mistakes first.
