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Cowboys’ defense struggles as Overshown returns vs Eagles

By Drooid · Oct 20, 2026, 10:55 PM UTC · How we work

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Story summary

The Dallas Cowboys enter Monday Night Football against the Philadelphia Eagles with a 2-4 record.
Their defense ranks third-to-last in yards allowed (382.5) and points allowed (26.5).
Linebacker DeMarvion Overshown returns after missing five games with a hamstring injury.
Quarterback Dak Prescott threw two interceptions and one touchdown in each of his past two games.
Dallas has allowed at least 20 points in 13 consecutive games, the longest active NFL streak.

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Story summary

The Dallas Cowboys enter Monday Night Football against the Philadelphia Eagles with a 2-4 record.
Their defense ranks third-to-last in yards allowed (382.5) and points allowed (26.5).
Linebacker DeMarvion Overshown returns after missing five games with a hamstring injury.
Quarterback Dak Prescott threw two interceptions and one touchdown in each of his past two games.
Dallas has allowed at least 20 points in 13 consecutive games, the longest active NFL streak.