Jerry Jones addresses Cowboys' struggles ahead of Commanders matchup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 18, 2026, 8:28 PM
Last updated Sep 18, 2026
Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones expressed frustration over the team's performance leading up to their upcoming game against the Washington Commanders on Sunday. After a Week 1 loss to the New York Giants, where the Cowboys managed only 244 total yards, Jones emphasized the need for improved communication on defense. The Cowboys and Commanders both enter the game with 0-1 records, with Washington narrowly losing to the Philadelphia Eagles in their opener. Dallas faces pressure to avoid an 0-2 start, which would put them behind in the NFC East standings.
- •Cowboys lost 28-20 to the Giants in Week 1.
- •Dallas struggled with only 69 rushing yards against New York.
- •Washington fell 24-22 to the Eagles in their Week 1 matchup.
- •Jones highlighted defensive communication issues as a key area for improvement.
- •Both teams seek their first win of the season on Sunday.
- 8:28 PMYahoo Sports — Jerry Jones gives his opinion on Dallas Cowboys 2 days before Commanders matchup
"Jerry Jones made his stance clear on the Dallas Cowboys ahead of their matchup with the Washington Commanders.
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