Cowboys' Offense Primed for Rebound, Defense Hopes for Parker's Impact

The Dallas Cowboys missed the playoffs for a second-stray year after a rough 2025 season, mostly because their defense fell apart.

They fired defensive coordinator Matt Eberfluss and brought in rising star Christian Parker to rebuild that union.

Meanwhile, the offense looks primed to dominate again, with all 11 starters coming back.

Dak Prescott is putting in extra offseason reps to sharpen his chemistry with key targets.

He's been training with breakout receiver George Pickens, who got the franchise tag, and Pro Bowl tied in Jake Ferguson after they combined for six.

100 yards and 8 touchdowns last year.

Fans and coaches are buzzing about Prescott bouncing back from personal drama, like canceling his wedding.

By focusing on football, head coach Brian Shottenheimer praised the effort, saying it keeps the offense humming

without missing a beat.

News stats highlight why this group can carry the team.

Second and total offense at 391.9 yards per game.

Second in.

Passing and ninth and rushing with big jumps from prior years.

If the defense gels under Parker and Prescott keep slinging it, the Cowboys could end their two-year postseason drought and make noise in 20.

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