Cowboys struggle with offensive line in preseason game against Seahawks
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 16, 2026, 5:00 PM
Last updated Aug 16, 2026
The Dallas Cowboys faced issues with their offensive line during their preseason game against the Seattle Seahawks on August 15. Head coach Brian Schottenheimer highlighted difficulties in creating rushing lanes, as backups struggled against the Seahawks' defensive front. Notable performances came in the second half when Malik Davis and Israel Abanikanda combined for 75 rushing yards. The Cowboys have one more week in training camp and will assess their line further in upcoming practices and a game against the Arizona Cardinals next week.
- •Head coach Brian Schottenheimer identifies gaps in offensive line performance.
- •Cowboys backup offensive line failed to create running lanes initially.
- •Malik Davis and Israel Abanikanda had success in the second half.
- •Dallas faces the Arizona Cardinals for further evaluation next week.
- •Preseason game occurred on August 15.
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"The head coach identified the primary area that needed work out of the preseason win.
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