Cooper Rush Intercepted Twice As Dallas Cowboys Fall To Philadelphia Eagles, 26-17: Here's What We Learned
Close Game, Tough Loss
The Dallas Cowboys lost 26-17 to the Philadelphia Eagles on Monday Night Football, dropping their record to 4-2 on the season. Quarterback Cooper Rush threw two interceptions, including one that was returned for a touchdown. The Cowboys also struggled to run the ball, gaining just 62 yards on the ground.
Cooper Rush Intercepted Twice
Rush was making his fourth career start in place of the injured Dak Prescott. He completed 21 of 31 passes for 181 yards and two touchdowns, but he also threw two interceptions. The first interception was a tipped pass that was returned by Eagles cornerback Darius Slay for a touchdown. The second interception came in the end zone on a pass intended for CeeDee Lamb.
Rush's Performance Was Not Enough
Despite Rush's two interceptions, the Cowboys still had a chance to win the game. They trailed by just three points with less than two minutes remaining. However, Rush was sacked on third down and the Cowboys were forced to punt. The Eagles then ran out the clock to secure the victory.
Cowboys Struggled To Run the Ball
The Cowboys' running game was ineffective against the Eagles' defense. Ezekiel Elliott and Tony Pollard combined for just 62 yards on 20 carries. The Cowboys also failed to convert a third down on four attempts.
A Balanced Offense Is Needed
The Cowboys' offense needs to be more balanced in order to be successful. They cannot rely solely on the passing game to win games. The running game needs to be able to keep defenses honest and create opportunities for the passing game.
Defense Played Well
The Cowboys' defense played well against the Eagles' high-powered offense. They held the Eagles to just 26 points and forced two turnovers. The defense also sacked Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts three times.
Defense Kept the Cowboys in the Game
The defense kept the Cowboys in the game until the end. They gave the offense a chance to win the game, but the offense was unable to capitalize on the opportunity.
Looking Ahead
The Cowboys will look to rebound next week when they host the Detroit Lions. The Lions are 1-4 on the season and should be a beatable opponent for the Cowboys. However, the Cowboys cannot take any team lightly, especially after their loss to the Eagles.
Cowboys Need To Get Back on Track
The Cowboys need to get back on track if they want to make the playoffs. They have a tough schedule ahead of them, but they have the talent to win games. The Cowboys need to find a way to put it all together and start winning consistently.
