Nov 19 2024 8 mins
The Dallas Cowboys suffered a significant loss on Monday Night Football, falling to the Houston Texans with a score of 34-10. This loss marked the Cowboys' fifth consecutive defeat and their sixth straight home loss, highlighting the team's struggles this season. The game was marred by several issues, including debris falling from the retractable roof of AT&T Stadium before kickoff, which did not cause any injuries but added to the pre-game woes.
Key player injuries were a major concern, with perennial All-Pro right guard Zack Martin and left guard Tyler Smith both exiting the game due to ankle injuries. Martin's injury, in particular, has sparked discussions about his potential retirement, as he has been playing through injuries this season and his performance has been on the decline. Martin is a seven-time All-Pro and nine-time Pro Bowler, and his career is being reflected upon by fans and analysts alike[1][5].
The game itself saw poor performance from quarterback Cooper Rush, who completed 32 of 55 passes for 354 yards with one touchdown and one interception. Despite some improvements from his previous game, Rush's inaccuracies and the lack of a strong running game and wide receiver support, aside from CeeDee Lamb, contributed to the Cowboys' defeat. There is now a growing call for the Cowboys to bench Cooper Rush and start Trey Lance, given Lance's potential for development and the fact that both quarterbacks are free agents after the season[4][5].
Additional injuries included tight end Jake Ferguson suffering a concussion and defensive back Markquese Bell injuring his shoulder. The Texans, on the other hand, were led by Joe Mixon's three touchdowns and a defensive score by Derek Barnett, securing their victory and maintaining their lead in the AFC South[5].
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