Overview
- Las Vegas lost 33-16 to Dallas, extending a season slide that has raised new questions about the offense.
- Smith repeatedly said, "blame it on me," and maintained that the plays were available and receivers were open.
- Pete Carroll said he influenced the offensive approach and stood by the game plan despite the poor output.
- Smith finished 27-of-42 for 238 yards with one touchdown and one interception, and the team ended an 18-drive touchdown drought late in the game, with NFL Research noting multiple such streaks this season.
- Vegas mustered 12 rushes for 27 yards as reports cited injuries and struggles on the offensive line, limited weapons, and scrutiny of Chip Kelly’s play-calling, with no public indication of a move to backup Kenny Pickett.