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Cowboys Simplify Defensive Calls Ahead of Packers Game as Parsons Returns

Matt Eberflus adopts one-word signals to address a secondary that has yielded the NFL’s most explosive passes.

Overview

  • The 1-2 Cowboys host the 2-1 Packers in Week 4 in a matchup described as pivotal given that only 14.3% of teams starting 1-3 have reached the postseason since 1990.
  • Dallas has surrendered a league-worst 13 completions of 25+ yards through three games, including big outings by Russell Wilson and Caleb Williams that intensified scrutiny of the scheme.
  • Coaches plan personnel and rotation adjustments by Friday night, while owner Jerry Jones has pushed back on in-season staff changes and emphasized defensive improvement.
  • Injury notes include CeeDee Lamb and guard Tyler Booker dealing with high ankle sprains, with corners Trevon Diggs and DaRon Bland trending toward availability.
  • With Lamb sidelined, George Pickens steps into the WR1 role, and Dallas seeks more pass rush after logging only four sacks as Jordan Love comes off a rough loss to Cleveland.