Can Micah Parsons and the Dallas defense limit Drew Brees-like Baker Mayfield and the Tampa Bay offense?
Dallas Cowboys linebacker Micah Parsons sacks Carolina Panthers quarterback Bryce Young during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 15, 2024, in Charlotte, N.C.Dallas isn’t the best version of themselves. That won’t happen for the remainder of the season. But this team is competitive with an opportunistic defense, a strong special teams and an offense that’s done a better job of ball security.“It’s more than that,’’ Cowboys coach Mike McCarthy said. “This is playoff football.
“You should never doubt a lion. For real. I carry that chip on me. Because I still feel like I’m still trying to prove myself in this league, and I feel like I’ll never lose that chip.’’It’s not just the yards. It’s how he runs. Dowdle has gained 230 yards after contact since he became the lead back against Atlanta in Week 9.
“The thing that has always stood out to me is his run style,’’ McCarthy said. “I love his run style. Especially when he goes vertical, when he breaks tackles. “His contact and balance is exceptional. He’s got so much power in his hips. He has a unique run style, which also, he’s done a much better job of protecting the football. He breaks a lot of tackles week in and week out.“I see him getting stronger and better the more carries he gets,’’ the Cowboys offensive coordinator said. “That’s not always the case for runners in this league. It’s a very physical, daunting task to be the guy who is getting the bulk of the carries.
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