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Doug Pederson calls Cowboys 'a mess' after 33-30 loss to Cardinals

Dallas dropped to 3-5 and sits 13th in the NFC.

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What happened: Former NFL head coach Doug Pederson assessed the Dallas Cowboys on Tuesday, stating the franchise is 'a mess right now.' The remarks followed Dallas' 33-30 defeat against the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday.

Why it matters: The defeat dropped Dallas to 3-5, leaving the team 13th in the NFC standings through eight games. The Cowboys face mounting pressure ahead of the Nov. 10 NFL trade deadline as they attempt to stay in postseason contention.

By the numbers: Dallas Cowboys: 3-5 (streak L1, 13th in NFC) | Arizona Cardinals: 3-5 (streak W1, 12th in NFC)

What to watch: Dallas evaluates roster adjustments ahead of the Nov. 10 NFL trade deadline.

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