Dallas Cowboys face pressure heading into Week 2 against Commanders
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 19, 2026, 4:01 PM
Last updated Sep 19, 2026
The Dallas Cowboys prepare for their Week 2 home opener against the Washington Commanders after losing to the New York Giants, 28-20, in Week 1. Concerns arise around offensive performance under head coach Brian Schottenheimer, who is in his second year. Key questions include whether tight end Brevyn Spann-Ford will see increased usage and if Tyler Guyton can become the team's long-term left tackle. Schottenheimer's conservative play calling and special teams issues have drawn criticism as the Cowboys look to bounce back.
- •Cowboys lost to Giants, 28-20, in Week 1
- •Week 2 game against Commanders is a home opener
- •Concerns exist around Schottenheimer's play calling and special teams
- •Brevyn Spann-Ford may gain larger role over Jake Ferguson
- •Tyler Guyton impressed in pass protection during Week 1
- 4:01 PMYahoo Sports — Three Week 2 Storylines: Is Schottenheimer in over his head as Cowboys HC?
"The Cowboys have plenty on their plate (that they dished up themselves) heading into their Week 2 matchup against the Commanders.
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