Overview

• Dallas fell to 2-3-1 with a 30-27 defeat in Carolina, surrendering 216 rushing yards and 410 total yards as ex-Cowboy Rico Dowdle ran for 183.
• The defense ranks last in total yards allowed (411.7 per game) and 31st in points allowed (30.7), with five straight games of 30-plus points conceded.
• Head coach Brian Schottenheimer called Eberflus “a great coach,” and EVP Stephen Jones said the issues come down to execution, with no in-season staff change announced.
• Veteran cornerback Trevon Diggs said the unit lacks an identity and cited busted coverages, reflecting mounting frustration in the locker room and from fans.
• Dak Prescott has 11 touchdowns with no turnovers over his last three games and George Pickens has scored in five straight, yet suggestions from analysts to seek pass-rush help via trade remain speculative.