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NFL·ANALYSIS·October 9, 2026 10:43 AM ET

Dallas Cowboys pass defense ranks last in EPA per play

Unit also sits 32nd in passer rating and success rate

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Cowboys pass defense ranks EPA/pass play allowed 32nd Pass success rate allowed 32nd Yards/attempt allowed Via @PFF on X

What happened: The Dallas Cowboys pass defense currently ranks last or near the bottom of the NFL in nearly every major statistical category. The unit is 32nd in EPA per pass play allowed, pass success rate allowed, passer rating allowed, and interceptions.

Why it matters: The defensive struggles underscore the issues for a Cowboys team that just dropped a 24-16 decision to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Dallas defense falters in Christian Parker's coordinator debut, creating a major vulnerability for the roster.

By the numbers: Dallas also ranks 30th in yards per attempt allowed and completion percentage allowed, and 28th in passing touchdowns allowed.

What to watch: Dallas must address its systemic secondary issues as it looks to rebound from its recent loss.

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