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Cris Collinsworth slams Cowboys defense for being ‘as bad as it gets’ — and the numbers back it up

Cris Collinsworth slammed the Cowboys' defense during a 28-20 Week 1 loss to the Giants, which statistically ranked as one of their worst ever.

3 Cowboys Week 1 Takeaways: We Got Eberflused on Defense » Inside The Star

The Dallas Cowboys spent all preseason keeping their starters on the sideline, and against the New York Giants, you could tell, especially on the defense. Dallas looked completely lost and unprepared, like a team that hadn’t played real football since last season, because that is exactly what they are. The timing was off, the offense never really found a groove, and the defense had communication problems over and over. For most of these guys, we…

Schottenheimer, Cowboys 'not going to panic' after opening loss

After a lackluster 28-20 loss to the Giants on Sunday night, Dallas Cowboys coach Brian Schottenheimer told reporters, "We just didn't perform the way we're capable of playing," as New York converted 9 of 11 third-down chances.

Cowboys Defense Takes Hit as Key Starter Injured Again vs. Giants

Cowboys linebacker DeMarvion Overshown raised concerns with an injured hamstring during the Week 1 opener against the Giants.

DeMarvion Overshown Injury Scare Raises Concern Considering Cowboys LB's History

Linebacker DeMarvion Overshown has dealt with injuries throughout his career and had to exit during the Dallas Cowboys' Week 1 outing against the Giants.

Micah Parsons' brother throws shade at Cowboys after defense struggles massively in SNF loss to Giants

Micah Parsons' brother, Terrence, aimed a dig at the Dallas Cowboys after their 28-20 loss to the New York Giants in Week 1 of the 2026 season on Sunday night.