As the defensive coordinator for the Dallas Cowboys, Mike Zimmer had an impeccable debut. Even though they were the underdogs going into the game, the Cowboys shut out the Cleveland Browns with six sacks and two interceptions. With a full schedule ahead of them, there are many reasons to think that this revitalized Cowboys defense is still not at its best.
Apart from Lamar Jackson, the Cowboys’ next four opponents are some of the worst quarterbacks in the NFL. Their defense has a great chance to keep up its dominance with games against the Saints, Ravens, Giants, and Steelers coming up. The Cowboys are still set up to dominate even if you disagree with the assessment of the quarterbacks since these four teams have poor or worse offensive lines. giving the Cowboys a greater advantage going into these contests. Since Harvey Martin in 1977, might Micah Parsons be the first Cowboy to earn Defensive Player of the Year?