Mina Kimes disagrees with Stephen A. Smith on Cowboys' offensive failures
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 2, 2026, 4:55 AM
Last updated Oct 2, 2026
During a segment on ESPN's 'First Take,' Stephen A. Smith suggested that the Dallas Cowboys' high-powered offense must step up for the team's success. Mina Kimes challenged this perspective, highlighting the stark contrast between the Cowboys' top-10 offense and bottom-3 defense. After their recent 34-31 loss to the Baltimore Ravens, Kimes noted that the defense's struggles should not overshadow the offense's performance. The Cowboys allowed 387 total yards per game, indicating significant defensive issues that need addressing. Head coach Brian Schottenheimer's decisions were also criticized, particularly a missed scoring opportunity late in the game. Kimes argued that Dak Prescott should not be blamed for the team’s shortcomings, emphasizing the need for a more balanced approach going forward.
- •Mina Kimes questions Stephen A. Smith's criticism of Cowboys' offense.
- •Dallas lost 34-31 to the Ravens, dropping to a 1-2 record.
- •The Cowboys' defense ranks low in total yards and rushing yards allowed.
- •Kimes argues Dak Prescott's performance should not be heavily scrutinized.
- •Coaching decisions have drawn criticism, particularly in crucial moments.
- 4:55 AMYahoo Sports — Mina Kimes is flabbergasted by Stephen A. Smith’s Cowboys take
"Missed opportunities on offense are frequently part of the formula for big-game losses in the Dak Prescott era , but the Dallas Cowboys cannot blame their star quarterback much these days. For the last couple of seasons, there has been a jarring disparity between No. 4’s play and the defense’s productivity, or lack thereof. An offense cannot carry […] The post Mina Kimes is flabbergasted by Stephen A. Smith’s Cowboys take appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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