There’s no doubt that the Cowboys’ offense is playing at a high level, and in Week 5, during their visit to MetLife Stadium, they defeated the New York Jets 37-22. Once again, Dak Prescott shined, throwing four touchdown passes and leading the Cowboys to a 2-2-1 record, playing at a .500 win percentage..
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Before the season started, it was announced that the Cowboys had traded Micah Parsons to the Green Bay Packers in exchange for two first-round draft picks. Many immediately claimed that this move meant Dallas was throwing away the season. However, under offensive coordinator Brian Schottenheimer, the team has remained competitive.
Aside from their poor performance in Week 3 against the Chicago Bears, the Cowboys have been in every game. Even in their Week 1 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles, they had opportunities to win. Against the Jets, the defense also contributed with five sacks on Justin Fields, the Jets’ quarterback.
Dak Prescott has found chemistry with George Pickens
The Cowboys’ star receiver is undoubtedly CeeDee Lamb, but in Week 3 against the Bears, he suffered a high ankle sprain and has been sidelined for 3-4 weeks. Despite his absence, the Cowboys haven’t missed a beat thanks to George Pickens, who has stepped up and is playing at a high level.
Last week, Pickens recorded 134 yards and two touchdowns in the tie against the Green Bay Packers. This week, facing the Jets, he added 57 yards and another touchdown. Through five weeks, the former Pittsburgh Steelers receiver has totaled 357 yards and 5 touchdowns.
Pickens arrived this season via a trade between the Cowboys and the Steelers. The receiver is also in a contract year, and with performances like these, he’s positioning himself for a lucrative deal – likely in the range of $20-25 million per year, whether in Dallas or elsewhere.
Next week, the Dallas Cowboys will visit the Carolina Panthers, aiming to push their record above .500. They’ll enter the matchup as favorites and can’t afford to squander the opportunity to continue proving they’re legitimate playoff contenders in 2025.
