Preview for Dallas Cowboys @ New York Jets
The Dallas Cowboys enter Week 5 at 1-2 and in want of momentum as they head to MetLife Stadium to face the winless New York Jets, who’re determined to keep away from slipping to 0-5.
Dallas left Week 4 annoyed after a 40-point efficiency in opposition to Inexperienced Bay nonetheless wasn’t sufficient to safe victory.
Dak Prescott and the offense moved the ball properly, however the protection as soon as once more collapsed late, failing to carry in regulation earlier than operating out of steam in extra time.
That inconsistency has grow to be a theme for the Cowboys, who at the moment personal the NFL’s worst cross protection, permitting almost 300 yards by the air per sport.
The Jets weren’t a lot better of their primetime loss to Miami. Regardless of dashing for 197 yards behind sturdy outings from Justin Fields and Breece Corridor, three pricey fumbles doomed New York in a 27-21 defeat.
The defensive position, anticipated to be the energy of the roster, didn’t file a single sack, and the secondary continued to surrender explosive performs.
Below new coordinator Aaron Glenn, the unit ranks close to the underside of the league in most passing metrics, with each opponent scoring at the very least 27 factors.
Accidents are an added concern for either side. New York might be with out operating again Braelon Allen (knee) and several other key defenders, together with linebacker Jermaine Johnson and cornerbacks Michael Carter II and Jarvis Brownlee Jr.
Dallas, in the meantime, is adjusting to life with out star receiver CeeDee Lamb, who’s sidelined with a excessive ankle sprain. Prescott will as an alternative depend on George Pickens, Jacob Ferguson, and Jalen Cropper to shoulder the offensive load.
