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Cowboys Back Eberflus as Defense Sinks to NFL’s Bottom

Team leaders reaffirmed his role, describing fixes as a work in progress centered on execution and communication.

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - SEPTEMBER 21: Matt Eberflus of the Dallas Cowboys stands on the field prior to an NFL football game against the Chicago Bears at Solider Field on September 21, 2025 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Todd Rosenberg/Getty Images)
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ARLINGTON, TEXAS - SEPTEMBER 22: Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones looks on before a game against the Baltimore Ravens at AT&T Stadium on September 22, 2024 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Sam Hodde/Getty Images)
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Overview

  • Head coach Brian Schottenheimer and executives Stephen and Jerry Jones publicly endorsed defensive coordinator Matt Eberflus following the Week 6 loss to Carolina.
  • Dallas ranks last or near last in key defensive metrics, including total yards allowed (411.7 per game), points allowed (30.7), third-down defense (53.2%), and passer rating allowed (116.9).
  • The latest setback featured 216 rushing yards allowed in a 30-27 defeat, with former Cowboy Rico Dowdle gaining 183 yards and Carolina draining the final 6:07 before a walk-off field goal.
  • Players and coaches cited communication lapses and fit issues in a zone-heavy scheme, with TruMedia tracking Dallas at an NFL-high 87.2% zone usage and 49 explosive plays conceded.
  • Schottenheimer said he met at length with the defensive staff to tighten details, while Dallas’ 2-3-1 record persists despite a top-five scoring offense and Dak Prescott’s strong start.