The 2025 Dallas Cowboys’ defense struggled despite ranking sixth in pressure rate, finishing 31st in defensive passer rating (DPR) with a high burn rate, particularly in short passes. The secondary, plagued by communication issues, allowed quarterbacks easy completions, especially over the middle, leading to a need for significant roster changes. Key additions included new safeties Jalen Thompson and P.J. Locke, along with drafting Caleb Downs, aiming to enhance coverage. The focus for improvement lies in maximizing the effectiveness of their pass rush by addressing coverage weaknesses.
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