What happened: Former Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin weighed in on the value of players-only meetings this week, panning leaked team gatherings after the Dallas Cowboys defense held a closed-door session following a Week 5 loss to Tampa.

Why it matters: Dallas has already moved to shake up its defensive staff after adding Mike Pettine to assist Christian Parker following the sluggish start. A closed defensive meeting alongside coaching adjustments underscores the mounting urgency inside the building five weeks into the regular season.

What to watch: Dallas returns to the field in Week 6 looking to stabilize its defensive unit after the closed session and recent staff addition.