Jerry Jones says Cowboys are back to square one with a moribund defense after woeful home loss
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Even before the Dallas Cowboys lost to a winless team with an undrafted rookie quarterback making just his second start, coach Brian Schottenheimer said the defense had to stop letting opposing QBs be so efficient.To say the problem persists is probably an understatement.
Dallas Cowboys coach Jerry Jones acknowledged his team is back to square one with a struggling defense after their home loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Despite an overhaul of the defensive roster and the appointment of first-time defensive coordinator Christian Parker, the Cowboys now hold the dubious distinction of allowing each of their first five opponents to complete at least 70% of their passes without throwing an interception, a first in NFL history.
The Cowboys are the only team in the NFL without an interception this season and rank last in rushing defense. Owner Jerry Jones expressed frustration, stating that the team remains in the same position as when they started the season concerning their defense. The Cowboys, currently 2-3, will face the Green Bay Packers on October 18th with a short break in between.
Cornerback Joey Porter Jr. missed the game due to illness, and TE Jake Ferguson had one of the worst performances of his career, resulting in a crucial interception for the Buccaneers. Quarterback Dak Prescott highlighted the inconsistency of the team's performance, referencing a previous loss to Arizona that exemplified their struggles in seemingly easy games.
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