Buccaneers aim to exploit matchups against Cowboys in Week 5
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 7, 2026, 11:15 PM
Last updated Oct 7, 2026

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers prepare to face the Dallas Cowboys on October 7 in Week 5 of the NFL season. With an 0-4 record, the Buccaneers see potential advantages against a struggling Cowboys defense. Dallas ranks 30th in total defense and has generated only four sacks this season, presenting opportunities for Tampa Bay's offense. Jalon Daniels, making his second NFL start as quarterback, adds mobility that may exploit the Cowboys' rush defense, which has struggled against running quarterbacks. Additionally, Tampa Bay's strong run defense will aim to limit Dallas's rushing attack and force Dak Prescott to pass more often.
- •Buccaneers hold an 0-4 record heading into Week 5.
- •Cowboys defense ranks 30th in total defense and 31st against the run.
- •Jalon Daniels rushed for 55 yards in his first NFL start.
- •Tampa Bay allows only 78.5 rushing yards per game.
- •Dallas averages 89.5 rushing yards per game, ranking 25th in the NFL.
- 11:15 PMYahoo Sports — 3 matchups the Buccaneers must exploit to upset the Cowboys
"The Buccaneers have several favorable matchups they can attack against the Cowboys on Thursday Night Football.
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