Wink Martindale offers assistance to Cowboys after defensive struggles
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 30, 2026, 7:07 PM
Last updated Sep 30, 2026

Wink Martindale reached out to Jerry Jones following the Cowboys' 34-31 loss to the Ravens in Brazil, suggesting that he could assist with the team's defense. The Cowboys' defensive issues have persisted this season, highlighted by their inability to prevent substantial rushing gains and lack of pressure on opposing quarterbacks, with only two sacks recorded to date. Martindale criticized defensive coordinator Christian Parker, noting the experience gap on the coaching staff as Parker is in his first year as coordinator. Dallas enters Week 4 with a 1-2 record and is set to face a challenging schedule, including three road games in the next four weeks, as they seek to correct their defensive weaknesses.
- •Dallas has allowed 34 points against the Ravens and 28 against the Giants.
- •The Cowboys have surrendered at least 165 rushing yards in all three games this season.
- •Martindale criticized the execution of the defensive scheme late in games.
- •The Cowboys next face the Texans in Houston after back-to-back losses.
- •Injuries have impacted key defensive players, complicating the team's efforts.
- 7:07 PMYahoo Sports — Veteran coach offers to help Jerry Jones with Cowboys’ struggling defense
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