What happened: Dallas Cowboys offensive coordinator Klayton Adams praised his line's pass protection against four-man rushes despite yielding a Adams addressed the front's performance after Dallas generated just 2.4 yards per rush in a 33-30 loss to the Arizona Cardinals.

Why it matters: Protection breakdowns and stalled ground production continue to constrain Dallas offensively heading into Week 9. Re-establishing running lanes and stabilizing pass protection remain critical priorities before the Nov. 10 trade deadline arrives.

What to watch: Dallas faces the Indianapolis Colts in Week 9 looking to stabilize line play before the Nov. 10 trade deadline.