Brian Schottenheimer criticizes Cowboys special teams after preseason opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 2:51 AM
Last updated Aug 18, 2026
Dallas Cowboys head coach Brian Schottenheimer expressed disappointment in the team's special teams performance despite a 17-7 victory over the Seattle Seahawks in their preseason opener. Schottenheimer highlighted communication issues and penalties, with Dallas committing 13 penalties for 103 yards during the game. He emphasized the need for improved discipline and attention to detail, particularly after Seattle's Rashad Rochelle recorded a significant 53-yard punt return. While rookie Camden Brown excelled by catching two touchdown passes, Schottenheimer's concerns point to ongoing issues in special teams that need addressing before the regular season begins.
- •Dallas won 17-7 against Seattle in a preseason game on August 17.
- •Schottenheimer criticized the team's special teams and communication issues.
- •Cowboys committed 13 penalties for 103 yards during the game.
- •Rookie Camden Brown caught two touchdown passes for Dallas.
- •Dallas' defense held Seattle to just 156 total yards after the opening touchdown.
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"Dallas walked away from Seattle winning in its preseason opener, but head coach Brian Schottenheimer wasn’t in a celebratory mood. Speaking to reporters about the team’s special teams performance, Schottenheimer made clear the unit fell well short of his expectations, even in a victory.
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