"One step forward, two steps back. That narrative has described the 2025 Dallas Cowboys defense to a tee six games into the regular season. After a game in which Dallas' defense performed much better in Week 5 against the Jets, there was optimism that the defense could build upon that performance this week against Carolina. That belief could not have been more wrong, as Dallas' defense fell back into their old ways, once again looking like the most incompetent defensive unit in the entire NFL."
"When CeeDee Lamb went down with an ankle injury in Week 3, the Cowboys needed Pickens to step up and play like a number-one wide receiver in Lamb's absence. The 24-year-old wideout has done that and more, totaling 19 catches for 359 receiving yards and four touchdowns in the three games without Lamb. Sunday was no different as Pickens once again looked like the best wide receiver on the field."
Dallas' defense regressed sharply in Week 6, surrendering extensive yardage and failing in coverage, pass rush, and tackling. The defense allowed opponents to rally in the second half and appeared the least competent unit in the NFL. The offense produced 27 points despite missing four key players and several starters. George Pickens emerged as the offensive focal point, recording nine receptions for a career-high 168 yards and scoring a late third-quarter touchdown. Pickens has tallied 19 catches for 359 yards and four touchdowns across the three games without CeeDee Lamb, elevating his status among top receivers.
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