The Dallas Cowboys are in urgent need of roster improvements.
Jerry Jones addressed the media during training camp, and the upcoming Sunday could mark a critical juncture for the Cowboys. With a 3-4 record and fresh off a loss to another NFC contender, Mike McCarthy’s team must secure a win to keep their season viable. A defeat against the Atlanta Falcons would leave them in a dire situation, likely unable to recover.
While Dak Prescott has faced significant criticism from fans, the main target has been Jerry Jones. The team’s owner, alongside his son Stephen Jones, has been criticized for failing to enhance the roster during the offseason. This issue became evident as early as Week 2, and has worsened due to recent injuries.
Given the apparent weaknesses in the roster, one would anticipate that Jones would take action to bolster the team for a potential playoff run. However, with the trade deadline on November 5 approaching, it seems increasingly likely that the front office will remain inactive.
Dallas Cowboys unlikely to pursue trades before the deadline
Prior to their loss to the San Francisco 49ers, GM Stephen Jones indicated they wouldn’t make any moves, claiming they have “a lot of good players” and that “the salary cap is what it is.”
Recently, a staff writer from the popular Cowboys site Blogging The Boys criticized these remarks, highlighting the front office’s reluctance to enhance the team’s talent.
The lack of proactive measures to acquire impactful players is baffling, especially when successful teams are showing how to thrive. The Cowboys’ approach seems to be merely doing enough to survive, which is not an effective strategy for team building.
The Jones family has placed themselves in this difficult position. They delayed in signing Prescott and CeeDee Lamb to lucrative extensions until the last moment in the offseason, which limited their ability to make further improvements.
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4 Distinct Advantages the Atlanta Falcons Hold Over the Dallas Cowboys
4. Atlanta’s Receiver Depth
There’s no debate about which team features the most talented and proven receiver in this matchup; it’s Dallas with CeeDee Lamb by a significant margin. However, the Falcons hold an advantage by being able to double team the Cowboys’ receiver, compelling them to rely on others to step up. For the Dallas defense, outside of Bijan Robinson, who else deserves their focus?
Drake London is expected to be the top option, but in the past three weeks, Darnell Mooney and Kyle Pitts have also emerged as potential primary targets. Additionally, Ray-Ray McCloud has consistently contributed to big plays. This receiving group is one of the most complete that Kirk Cousins has had, surpassing what Dallas can currently offer.
Although the Falcons’ depth hasn’t faced significant challenges, their starting trio has performed exceptionally well. The developing chemistry and trust between Cousins and Kyle Pitts adds to the excitement. Pitts has shown noticeable improvement and seems to be regaining the explosiveness he displayed in his rookie season. If the Falcons can maintain this group’s health and involvement, they will have an advantage against most teams in the league.
