Caleb Downs struggles as Cowboys fall to Cardinals in overtime
CBS NFL • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 2, 2026, 3:13 PM
Last updated Nov 2, 2026

The Dallas Cowboys lost a tight game to the Arizona Cardinals, 33-30 in overtime, after squandering a 14-point lead. Owner Jerry Jones criticized the team's performance, highlighting significant flaws in the revamped defense led by first-round pick Caleb Downs. Downs faced notable criticism for his coverage and missed tackles, contributing to the team's ongoing struggles in stopping the run, ranking last in the NFL in rushing yards allowed. The Cowboys' secondary, already impacted by injuries, faces further challenges as Downs entered concussion protocol. The team will need to regroup as the season progresses.
- •Cowboys lead 14-0 before falling to Cardinals in overtime.
- •Caleb Downs faced issues in coverage and tackling during the game.
- •Dallas allowed 152.8 rushing yards per game, the worst in the NFL.
- •Downs entered concussion protocol after the game ends.
- •Jerry Jones condemned the team's inability to maintain their lead.
- 3:13 PMCBS NFL — Trey McBride taunts Caleb Downs as Cowboys rookie's struggles reach alarming level
"Dallas rebuilt its defense around first-round pick Caleb Downs, but his coverage struggles and costly mistakes were exposed
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