The Dallas Cowboys fell to 1-2 after Baltimore won on the final play of the teams’ international game in Brazil. The result renewed criticism of the coaching staff, which has faced questions about decisions in both of Dallas’ losses this season.
Dallas had a late scoring opportunity, but running back Williams did not receive a carry. The possession included two incomplete passes, a Dak Prescott scramble and a false-start call against Terence Steele. An analysis cited by Blogging The Boys questioned the decision not to run while the Cowboys still had a timeout.
Head coach Brian Schottenheimer, who calls the offense, has also been questioned over his hiring and whether his decisions put the roster at a disadvantage. Prescott has not defeated a non-division opponent since last Thanksgiving.
The team expects safety Jalen Thompson and P.J. Locke to miss at least four weeks. Malik Hooker may be able to return this week, and Dallas said it would seek ways to cover the safety position during rehabilitation.
Cornerbacks have been dealing with injuries as well. Rookie linebacker Jaishawn Barham provided a bright spot with two significant stops against the run in the fourth quarter. On fourth down near the goal line, he tackled Derrick Henry and secured Dallas possession with the Cowboys three points behind.
