4 takeaways from Cowboys' disappointing loss vs. Lions

Where to begin with this absolutely dreadful performance by the Cowboys?

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The Dallas Cowboys didn't get the memo that there was a football game today. The Cowboys were dismantled in every facet of their Week 6 47-9 loss to the Detroit Lions.

Let's dissect the dreadful performance. Here are four takeaways from the Cowboys' depressing loss to the Lions.

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1. Injured Defense Shows

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What happens to a Cowboys defense that doesn't have Micah Parsons, DeMarcus Lawrence, DaRon Bland, and Marshawn Kneeland? Well, the rest of the unit gives up 47 points. The Cowboys' defense was beat up coming into this one, and it showed in the most terrible way.

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2. Running Game Waves White Flag

Rico Dowdle had 20 carries for 87 yards and one receiving touchdown against the Steelers in Week 5

Ezekiel Elliot then openly complained about touches and has out carried Dowdle 5-2 for 6 yards in the first half against the Lions

The Cowboys have no idea what they’re doing

— Justin DeSales (@JustinDeSales) October 13, 2024

Rico Dowdle had a season-best performance last week against the Steelers, So this week, it would make sense for the Cowboys to lean on Ezekiel Elliot to get the majority of the workload. Elliot's six carries for eight yards really pop on that stat line.

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3. Can They Get A Refund?

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The Cowboys gave quarterback Dak Prescott everything he wanted with his new contract. However, the highest-paid player in the league delivered an absolute stinker against the Lions. With miscommunication and turnovers, Prescott didn't look like someone who makes more in his sleep than I will in my entire life.

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4. Jerry's Not So Happy Birthday

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It was Jerry Jones' birthday, and as a gift, his team delivered him a performance that he will remember forever. By remember forever, I mean it will be the day that Jones thinks about how fast he can bring Bill Belichick to town.

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