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Cowboys remain dramatically unbalanced ahead of Week 3 matchup against Ravens

Dallas offense leads the league with 3.8 points per drive.

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Despite the sweeping changes on defense, the #Cowboys remain a dramatically unbalanced football team as they prepare for

What happened: Despite sweeping changes on defense, the Dallas Cowboys remain a dramatically unbalanced team as they prepare for Week 3 against the Baltimore Ravens. The roster continues to show a stark contrast in performance between its two primary units.

Why it matters: This disparity creates an ongoing vulnerability for the Cowboys. Relying entirely on elite offensive production leaves little margin for error against competitive opponents.

By the numbers: The Dallas offense leads the NFL with 3.8 points per drive and a 68.2 percent third-down conversion rate. In contrast, the defense ranks 27th in the league by allowing 2.6 points per opposing drive.

What to watch: The defensive unit faces a critical test in Week 3 as it attempts to find stability.

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