Cowboys drop in power rankings after loss to Buccaneers on Thursday night
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 14, 2026, 1:44 PM
Last updated Oct 14, 2026
The Dallas Cowboys' 24-16 defeat to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers has caused a major slide in their power rankings. After the loss to a previously winless team, the Cowboys are now positioned in the bottom third of the league rankings across various outlets. The defeat raises concerns about the team's struggling defense, which has allowed an average of 27.2 points and ranks last in rushing defense so far this season. With their next game scheduled against the Green Bay Packers, the Cowboys face pressure to improve and regain momentum in the NFC East race.
- •Cowboys fell 24-16 to the Buccaneers in Week 5.
- •Dallas ranked 15th to 24th across major power rankings.
- •Defense has allowed 27.2 points per game, ranking 26th in the NFL.
- •Next game against the Green Bay Packers is crucial for turnaround.
- 1:44 PMYahoo Sports — Power Rankings Roundup: Cowboys fall to bottom third of league after Week 5 disaster
"One embarrassing loss has halted the Cowboys' climb and dropped them into the bottom third of the league, according to some outlets.
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