In an attempt to end a run of recent defeats, the Dallas Cowboys are getting ready for a crucial Week 9 game against the Atlanta Falcons at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. With CeeDee Lamb standing out with a two-touchdown performance in a hard-fought 30-24 loss to the San Francisco 49ers, Dallas is hoping to turn things around against an Atlanta defense that is displaying weaknesses in both pass and run coverage. Lamb recorded 13 receptions for 146 yards and two fourth-quarter touchdowns on 17 targets, contributing significantly to the Cowboys’ late-game surge against the 49ers.With this play, Lamb became the 10th receiver in NFL history to reach 6,000 scrimmage yards in his first 73 games, pushing his career total above that mark. He is also one of just six Dallas receivers to reach this milestone, joining an exclusive group of Cowboys that includes greats like Michael Irvin, Drew Pearson, Dez Bryant, and Bob Hayes. The Cowboys’ goal going into their game against the Falcons is to stabilize their overall performance. The Cowboys’ rushing offense is likewise lacking, finishing worst in the NFL with just 74.1 yards per game, while Dak Prescott is seventh in interceptions with four games of multiple thrown. In terms of run defense, Dallas is second to last, giving up an average of 154.6 rushing yards per game.
The Cowboys have a chance to take advantage of the Falcons’ defense, which is ranked 18th in pass defense and 21st against the run. Dallas has a 57 percent pass-block win rate, while Atlanta has a 36 percent pass-rush victory rate. Given that Lamb is turning out to be a dependable target, this mismatch might give Prescott the time he needs to make significant plays in the passing game.
To end their losing skid, the Cowboys will require a well-rounded offensive effort and increased defensive consistency. Lamb’s accomplishment demonstrates his potential as a vital component of the Dallas offense, and the Cowboys hope that his play will motivate the squad as a whole. In addition to accelerating Dallas’ season momentum, a win over Atlanta might be crucial to their quest for a postseason berth. The Cowboys are hopeful that a solid performance in Week 9 might be a turning point for the rest of the season, and they will need every ounce of firepower and unity on both sides of the ball to win.
