Mike Tomlin critiques Cowboys' defensive mistake in loss to Ravens
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 28, 2026, 6:47 AM
Last updated Sep 28, 2026

The Dallas Cowboys were edged by the Baltimore Ravens, 34-31, in Rio de Janeiro. A crucial late-game defensive decision allowed the Ravens to gain significant yardage, setting up a 56-yard field goal. Analyst Mike Tomlin criticized the choice to use man coverage in that situation, labeling it 'somewhat negligent.' With this defeat, the Cowboys fall to 1-2 and face questions regarding their defensive strategy ahead of their next matchup against the winless Houston Texans.
- •Dallas lost to Baltimore, 34-31, in Week 3 of the NFL season.
- •A late decision to play man coverage allowed the Ravens to advance.
- •Mike Tomlin called the defensive strategy 'somewhat negligent'.
- •The Cowboys’ record now stands at 1-2.
- •Dallas will face the winless Houston Texans next week.
- 6:47 AMYahoo Sports — ‘Eye-Opening,’ ‘Just COOKIN the Cowboys’ — NFL Fans Fully on Board As Mike Tomlin Ruthlessly Dissects Dallas’ ‘Negligent’ Disaster vs. Ravens
"The Dallas Cowboys appeared headed for overtime against the Baltimore Ravens. Instead, one late defensive decision opened the door for Baltimore to steal Sunday’s game.
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