The Dallas Cowboys just closed the gap to 24-16 against the Bucs, thanks to a 17-yard touchdown grab by George Pickens. But the real story brewing in this one is the status of CeeDee Lamb, who is questionable to return after going down with a quad injury. This is a huge blow for Dallas, yet they’re still fighting hard.
The Play That Kept Dallas Alive (For Now)
You gotta hand it to the Cowboys, they didn’t just roll over after losing Lamb. They got a massive break when Bucs coach Todd Bowles decided to go for it on fourth-and-goal from the Dallas 1-yard line. Sean Tucker was stuffed for no gain by Jaishawn Barham with 8:36 left, giving Dallas a shot. And boy, did they take it. The Cowboys then marched 99 yards in just 10 plays, capped off by Pickens’ incredible touchdown reception. Dak Prescott’s two-point conversion pass was incomplete, leaving them down by eight points.
Injuries Piling Up on Both Sides
It’s not just Lamb dealing with issues. The Bucs have their own worries, with left tackle Tristan Wirfs also listed as questionable to return due to cramps. While the Cowboys showed some serious grit on that 99-yard drive, being without their star receiver CeeDee Lamb for the rest of this game is a massive mountain to climb. With only 5:26 left on the clock, every single play from here on out is going to be absolutely critical. Can they pull off the comeback with their best weapon sidelined?
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Originally reported by Pro Football Talk.
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