The Dallas Cowboys were expected to do better than they are currently, especially after they signed Dak Prescott to a big contract. An NFL investigation indicates that the team is facing a number of problems that require immediate attention.Even though it was a lackluster victory, the Cowboys managed to beat the Pittsburgh Steelers, starting their first winning streak of the year. This uneven performance is reflected in the stats, which show that even if the Cowboys raised their overall DVOA rating, their efficiency is still in the lowest half of the league.
Rico Dowdle had an outstanding performance and Prescott threw for over 350 yards, but the offense struggled in the red zone, scoring just once on four attempts. Prescott’s fumble and two interceptions were among the turnovers that limited their chances to score and resulted in a huge loss of projected points.
The Cowboys looked promising defensively, especially when it came to pressing the quarterback—they were eighth in pressure rate. They still have issues with their run defense, though, as evidenced by their high DVOA ranking, which suggests that they are vulnerable to the run.Prescott was under less pressure than in prior weeks, indicating that the offensive line has improved as well. The run blocking they displayed generally was the greatest of the season, albeit allowing some pressure.
NFL Analysis Highlights the Top 5 Problems for the Dallas Cowboys in the 2024 Season
There are other reasons for the Cowboys’ struggles this season. Bleacher Report’s examination of the Dak Prescott team demonstrates this.
Principal Weaknesses:
Left-handed Tackle
The Nose Tackle
On the defensive end
Center
Security
The Cowboys must fix their inefficiencies, particularly on defense and in the red zone, if they hope to build on their most recent victory. Enhancing their consistency will be essential to sustaining momentum and successfully contending in the NFC given the challenging schedule they have ahead of them.The Cowboys’ ability to convert their statistical gains into more convincing on-field performances will be put to the test in the next games. Both supporters and detractors of Dallas should anticipate the team to soar in the standings if these shortcomings are fixed.
