Cowboys opponent: A look at the Commanders for Week 2

The Dallas Cowboys find themselves returning to the Washington Commanders, who suffered a narrow 24-22 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles in their Week 1 matchup. Both teams have made significant roster changes and adjustments heading into Week 2. The Commanders entered the season with a revamped defense and new offensive coordinator David Blough, while the Cowboys returned from a 28-20 Week 1 defeat to the New York Giants.

The Commanders' strong punt coverage, highlighted by a dominant gunner performance, showcased their physicality and potential for improvement. However, the Commanders also struggled with issues that led to their 5-12 record last season. For the Cowboys, quarterback Jayden Daniels has returned, but his performance in Week 1 was inconsistent, with limited passing yards and touchdowns.

The Cowboys' defense struggled against New York, allowing 394 total yards and scoring just 20 points. As they face the Commanders, the Cowboys will need to create more explosive plays to overcome Washington's revamped defense.