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Cowboys Face Crucial Offseason After Playoff Elimination, Jones Weighs Options
FRISCO, Texas – With a disappointing 6-8-1 record and officially eliminated from playoff contention, the Dallas Cowboys are heading into a pivotal offseason. Owner and General Manager Jerry Jones addressed key concerns in his weekly interview, focusing on free agency approach, defensive struggles, the continued Super Bowl drought, offensive line decisions and Brian Schottenheimer’s evaluation.
Jones remained coy about the team’s free agency plans, stating they’ll be “active” but emphasizing the need to assess their own players, particularly star receiver George Pickens, before committing to external signings.
The Cowboys’ defensive woes have been a season-long issue. Jones lamented the team’s inability to execute their schemes, attributing the struggles to a combination of factors including a lack of pass rush and run-stopping ability.
Despite the team’s 30-year Super Bowl drought, Jones remains optimistic, stating, “One year you can change the drought.”
Offensive line adjustments are also on the table. The team is trying Tyler Smith at left tackle and evaluating Tyler Guyton. When asked about Smith’s play, he stated they need to see if they “can afford to have Tyler Smith at left tackle”.
Jones voiced his satisfaction with the job Brian Schottenheimer has done in his first season as head coach and playcaller.
Despite the disappointing season, the Cowboys have five players selected for the Pro Bowl, including Dak Prescott and first-timer George Pickens.
Dallas is set to face the Washington Commanders on Christmas Day, aiming for a season sweep and a chance to finish the year at .500. The remainder of the season will also be an opportunity to evaluate depth players who could determine their place in Dallas’ long-term plans.
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