Cowboys vs. Commanders: The Week 1 Warning Dallas Can’t Ignore

The Cowboys are favored against Washington, but Week 1 may have already revealed the blueprint the Commanders will try to use against Dallas.

Gavin Dawson and Newbear Lesniewski break down everything you need to know about Cowboys-Commanders in this week’s Opening Script.

Washington has changed dramatically on both sides of the ball. New OC David Blough is moving Jayden Daniels into a much different offense, while the defense is bringing pressure, blitzing out of zone and showing some of the same aggressive ideas Dallas has struggled with before.

But the biggest concern is what Washington showed against Philadelphia: run the football, use Daniels’ legs, extend drives and play keep-away — a formula that looks awfully similar to what just gave the Cowboys problems.

We also get into:

• Where the Cowboys pass rush should have opportunities against Washington’s offensive line • Terry McLaurin, Stefon Diggs and rookie Antonio Williams • Washington’s rebuilt defense and aggressive pressure packages • Why CeeDee Lamb and George Pickens should have opportunities against this secondary • The matchup Dallas needs to exploit early • Why the Cowboys’ first 15–20 offensive plays could be critical • The Week 1 blueprint Washington could bring to AT&T Stadium

Dallas should have opportunities to make a statement in this game. Can the Cowboys start fast, get the passing game rolling and keep Washington from controlling the game on the ground?

Tell us what we missed — and how nervous you are about this matchup — in the comments.

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