Cowboys fall short in Brazil after questionable decision on kickoff

The Dallas Cowboys lost in a dramatic finish against the Ravens in Brazil on September 28, 2026. The game was tied with seven seconds left, but a kickoff by Brandon Aubrey went through the endzone, enabling the Ravens to position themselves for a possible game-winning play. Brian Schottenheimer stated that the decision to kick deep was based on Aubrey's previous kicking issues during the game. The team's lack of trust in Aubrey's kicking ability has raised concerns among fans and analysts alike, prompting discussions about team strategy in critical moments.

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