Cowboys Showcase Growth and Team Chemistry in Recent Win
WHO:
Heavy NFL - Tyler Guyton has not allowed a sack through the first two games of the 2026 season.
Heavy NFL - The Dallas Cowboys have suffered four injuries to starters on the defensive side of the ball.
dallascowboys.com - Dak Prescott, quarterback for the Dallas Cowboys
dallascowboys.com - CeeDee Lamb, All-Pro receiver for the Dallas Cowboys
dallascowboys.com - Jerry Jones, owner and general manager of the Dallas Cowboys
dallascowboys.com - Jaishawn Barham, rookie middle linebacker for the Dallas Cowboys
dallascowboys.com - Brian Schottenheimer, head coach of the Dallas Cowboys
dallascowboys.com - Washington Commanders, opposing NFL team
WHAT:
Heavy NFL - The Cowboys' rushing game has struggled, ranking 30th in rushing yards per game with 67.5 yards, averaging 3.1 yards per carry in their Week 2 game.
dallascowboys.com - The Cowboys' defense has given up 783 total yards in two games, ranking 29th in the NFL.
dallascowboys.com - The Cowboys' defense has allowed opponents to rush 69 times for 347 yards, averaging 5.0 yards per carry.
dallascowboys.com - The Cowboys have recorded only two sacks in two games, ranking 29th in the NFL.
dallascowboys.com - Dak Prescott has now led the offense to nine scores in its last 10 possessions, going back to the second half of the previous season opener.
dallascowboys.com - CeeDee Lamb caught the record-setting touchdown pass from Prescott and expressed, "It was obviously a lot of emotion. We needed to close the game out."
dallascowboys.com - Jake Ferguson stated, "That's a full team effort right there — all three phases," after scoring two touchdowns.
dallascowboys.com - Dak Prescott completed 26 of 31 passes for 279 yards and four touchdowns in the game against the Washington Commanders.
dallascowboys.com - Jake Ferguson caught two touchdown passes from Prescott, contributing to the Cowboys' total of four passing touchdowns.
dallascowboys.com - The Cowboys' defense forced a fumble from Jaishawn Barham, which was recovered by Dee Winters.
dallascowboys.com - Brandon Aubrey successfully kicked three field goals, including a 60-yarder, marking the seventh 60-yarder of his Pro Bowl career.
dallascowboys.com - The Dallas Cowboys defeated the Washington Commanders 37-20.
dallascowboys.com - Dak Prescott threw for 279 yards and four touchdowns, surpassing Tony Romo to become the franchise's all-time leader in touchdown passes with 249.
dallascowboys.com - CeeDee Lamb caught two touchdown passes and totaled 153 yards on eight receptions.
dallascowboys.com - Brandon Aubrey successfully kicked three field goals from distances of 25, 44, and 60 yards.
dallascowboys.com - The Cowboys' defense forced a fumble and held the Commanders to one of three red zone conversions.
WHERE:
dallascowboys.com - The Cowboys will play their first regular season international game since 2014 against the Baltimore Ravens at Maracanã Stadium in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
dallascowboys.com - The Cowboys will play their first regular season international game since 2014 against the Baltimore Ravens in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
dallascowboys.com - Concerns have been raised about the playing surface at Maracanã Stadium in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, where the Cowboys will face the Baltimore Ravens.
dallascowboys.com - The game took place at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas.
dallascowboys.com - The upcoming game against the Baltimore Ravens will be held at Maracanã Stadium in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
WHEN:
dallascowboys.com - The Cowboys will play the Baltimore Ravens on "next Sunday" (exact date not specified).
WHY:
dallascowboys.com - Jerry Jones expressed pride in the team's performance, stating, "I'm so proud of the team, the coaches rising to the occasion. It was very important to us."
dallascowboys.com - Jerry Jones expressed relief after the win, stating, "It would've been hard to walk down here and talk to y'all tonight 0-2."
dallascowboys.com - Jerry Jones expressed that the win was important to avoid starting the season 0-2 and to show the team's hard work.
dallascowboys.com - The Cowboys aimed to improve their offensive performance after a disappointing season opener against the New York Giants.
HOW:
dallascowboys.com - Cowboys coach Brian Schottenheimer stated that the team has not arrived and has a lot of work to do, acknowledging the need to improve on third down and in containing opposing quarterbacks.
dallascowboys.com - Brian Schottenheimer stated that the Cowboys' operations team has been in contact with the league regarding field conditions for the upcoming game in Brazil, expressing no concerns about it.
dallascowboys.com - Brian Schottenheimer mentioned that the Cowboys' operations team has been in contact with the league regarding field conditions for the upcoming game.
dallascowboys.com - Cowboys coach Brian Schottenheimer stated that the team's operations team has been in contact with the league regarding the field conditions but expressed no concerns about it.
dallascowboys.com - Dak Prescott emphasized the need to "start fast" in games, which contributed to the Cowboys' early scoring.
dallascowboys.com - The Cowboys' defense made timely stops, including a crucial goal-line stand against the Commanders.
The Dallas Cowboys are facing challenges with their rushing game, currently ranking 30th in the NFL with an average of just 67.5 rushing yards per game and 3.1 yards per carry during their Week 2 matchup. Coach Brian Schottenheimer emphasized that the team has not yet arrived at their potential and has significant work ahead, particularly in improving their performance on third downs and in containing opposing quarterbacks. As the season progresses, the Cowboys will need to address these issues to enhance their overall game.