The Cowboys just took a major hit to their secondary, with safety P.J. Locke leaving the game questionable to return after only three plays. This is a huge blow for Dallas, especially since Locke was already stepping in for Malik Hooker, who fractured his forearm in the season opener.
Another Safety Down, Defense Feeling the Squeeze
Man, you hate to see it. Locke went down with 8:48 left in the first half on a non-contact play. He was running toward Rachaad White, who had just caught a short pass from Jayden Daniels, when he just pulled up. It was rough to watch him needing help off the field, then walking slowly to the X-ray room after a quick check in the sideline tent. Now, with Locke questionable with a foot injury, it means Markquese Bell has to step up and replace him in the lineup. Talk about bad luck, with two starting safeties sidelined so early in the season!
Offense Doing Its Part While Defense Adjusts
Despite the defensive woes, the Cowboys’ offense is holding its own. They’re up 10-0 right now. CeeDee Lamb is absolutely cooking, already racking up five catches for 89 yards and a touchdown. He was wide open for a 3-yard score, too! Dak Prescott is looking sharp, going 8-of-11 for 101 yards and that touchdown. Their second drive stalled out at the Washington 6-yard line, but Brandon Aubrey still cashed in with a chip-shot, 25-yard field goal.
This team needs to figure out its safety situation fast. With Locke’s status up in the air and Hooker already out, the secondary is facing some serious challenges.
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Originally reported by Pro Football Talk.
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