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Cowboys Enter Week 5 With Elite Offense, Faltering Defense as Jerry Jones Calls It Progress

Jerry Jones says the defense improved during the 40-40 tie, a stance that contrasts with league-worst metrics entering Week 5.

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - SEPTEMBER 21: Owner Jerry Jones of the Dallas Cowboys looks on before the game against the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field on September 21, 2025 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)

Overview

  • The Packers forced a 40-40 tie at AT&T Stadium with a field goal as overtime expired, making Dallas the rare home team to score 40 with no turnovers and not win.
  • Dallas has allowed about 420.5 yards and 33 points per game through four weeks, with opponents converting 58% on third downs, including Green Bay going 10 of 14.
  • Jones said the defense "improved as that game went along," comments local and national coverage juxtaposed with persistent issues in tackling, coverage and discipline.
  • Dak Prescott leads the NFL in passing yards and ranks third in completion rate, and Javonte Williams logged 23 touches for 100 yards and a touchdown against Green Bay.
  • The defense flashed playmaking with a James Houston strip-sack, but linebacker struggles and drive-extending penalties loom as the Cowboys visit the Jets next.