Dallas fell to 1-2 with a final-play loss to the Baltimore Ravens in Brazil, adding to questions about the Cowboys’ coaching decisions. The team’s two defeats this season have prompted criticism of the coaching staff.
In the late scoring opportunity, Dallas did not give running back Williams a rushing attempt. The possession included two incomplete passes, a Dak Prescott scramble and a false-start call against Terence Steele. An analysis from Blogging The Boys questioned the decision not to run while the Cowboys still had a timeout.
Head coach Brian Schottenheimer has also been criticized as the offensive play-caller, including commentary that questioned his hiring and said coaching decisions should not put the roster at a disadvantage. Prescott has not beaten a non-division opponent since last Thanksgiving.
The Cowboys expect safety Jalen Thompson and P.J. Locke to be out for at least four weeks. Malik Hooker may be able to return this week.
The team said it would seek solutions at safety during the rehabilitation period, while injuries have also affected the cornerbacks. Rookie linebacker Jaishawn Barham provided a bright spot with two important fourth-quarter run stops. On fourth down at the goal line, he stopped Derrick Henry and Dallas took possession with the Cowboys trailing by three points.