Cowboys show stark contrast in third-down conversion rates

Offense averages 5.0 yards to go, trailing only the 49ers.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Sep 241 min read

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Cowboys converting third down at one of highest rates in the league — and defense allowing highest rate of conversions. Via @WerderEdNFL on X

What happened: The Dallas Cowboys are converting third downs at one of the highest rates in the NFL. Conversely, the defense is allowing the highest rate of opponent conversions in the league.

Why it matters: The offensive success is aided by manageable situations, keeping drives alive. The defensive struggles point to an inability to get off the field.

By the numbers: Dallas faces an average of 5.0 yards to go on third down, the second-shortest distance behind the San Francisco 49Ers (4.6). The Kansas City Chiefs (5.2), Arizona Cardinals (5.3) and Los Angeles Rams (6.0) round out the top five.

What to watch: Dallas must improve its defensive execution on late downs to prevent opponents from sustaining drives.

Sources

@WerderEdNFL Sep 24, 8:52 AM ET

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Cowboys show stark contrast in third-down conversion rates

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