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Stephen Jones downplays must-win pressure ahead of Eagles game

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 24, 2026, 9:26 PM

Last updated Oct 24, 2026

Stephen Jones downplays must-win pressure ahead of Eagles game

Summary

The Dallas Cowboys are 2-4 following losses to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Green Bay Packers. Dallas executive VP Stephen Jones addressed concerns about pressure on the upcoming game against the Philadelphia Eagles, stating early-season games are not 'must-win.' The Cowboys face significant challenges, including a struggling defense that ranks 30th in total yards allowed. Offensively, the team has been largely one-dimensional under OC Brian Schottenheimer, averaging only 3.7 yards per carry. Jones expressed confidence in the coaching staff and players to adjust and improve their performance moving forward.

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By the Numbers

•Cowboys lost 24-16 to Buccaneers and 23-13 to Packers.
•Stephen Jones comments on the team's performance and pressure.
•Dallas defense ranks 30th in the NFL, allowing 382.5 yards per game.
•Team's rushing attack has struggled with only 3.7 yards per carry.
•Next game is against the Philadelphia Eagles on Monday Night Football.

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9:26 PMYahoo Sports — Jerry Jones’ Son Addresses Must-Win Talk Amid Cowboys’ Slow Start

What they're saying

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Jerry Jones’ Dallas Cowboys are 2-4 after losing four of their first six games. Despite starting the season with Super Bowl-level high expectations, they have back-to-back games, falling 24-16 to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and 23-13 to the Green Bay Packers last week. The loss against Green Bay was especially tough to watch, as Dallas […] The post Jerry Jones’ Son Addresses Must-Win Talk Amid Cowboys’ Slow Start appeared first on Gridiron Heroics.
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