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Brian Schottenheimer remains confident in Cowboys defense ahead of Week 5

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 6, 2026, 12:22 AM

Last updated Oct 6, 2026

Brian Schottenheimer remains confident in Cowboys defense ahead of Week 5

Summary

The Dallas Cowboys are currently 2-2 after a 34-30 victory over the Houston Texans in Week 4. Head coach Brian Schottenheimer acknowledged the struggles of the defense, which has allowed 112 points over four games. Despite this, Schottenheimer expressed confidence in the unit's improvement, stating they need to better support the offense moving forward. The Cowboys will face the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 5 as they aim to tighten up their defensive performance.

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By the Numbers

•Cowboys are 2-2 in the season after a Week 4 win against Texans.
•Defense has allowed 28 or more points in three games.
•Schottenheimer believes the defense will improve over time.
•Cowboys traded for Joey Porter Jr. to bolster the secondary.
•Team faces the Buccaneers for Thursday Night Football in Week 5.

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12:22 AMYahoo Sports — Brian Schottenheimer still confident in Cowboys defense despite rough start to 2026

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The Dallas Cowboys are 2-2 on the season after defeating the Houston Texans 34-30 in Week 4. While the club is firmly in the mix in the NFC East, the defense has struggled to begin the 2026-27 season. Although that may be the case, head coach Brian Schottenheimer isn’t giving up on that side of the ball. During a press conference with media members […] The post Brian Schottenheimer still confident in Cowboys defense despite rough start to 2026 appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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