"The defense chose to not show up once more, and this time the offense couldn't save them. It was a failure on just about every level and resulted in a score that made the Denver Broncos feel quite proud of themselves. You are well aware that the Cowboys are one of the worst defenses in NFL history to date, but those types of statements sound like exaggeration and hyperbole. Thanks to the offerings of Stathead and Pro Football Reference we can prove these unfortunately-not-outlandish claims."
"There are 15 total defenses in NFL history who allowed 250 points and 3,200 yards against them through the first eight games of their season. They are not alone here in 2025, but this year's version of the team is on the list. This year's Cincinnati Bengals have made sure that the Cowboys have company, but relative to the past Matt Eberflus' bunch sits alone in franchise history."
"Sunday marked the fifth time this season that the Cowboys defense has been had for at least 30 points and 385 total yards against them. The games in question if you are curious are the Giants, Bears, Packers, Bears, and obviously Broncos contests. Through only eight games on the season the Cowboys have done this five times, tied for the third-most instances overall on a season in franchise history."
Sunday's loss exposed widespread failure, with the Cowboys' defense failing notably and the offense unable to compensate. Statistical records show 15 NFL defenses have allowed at least 250 points and 3,200 yards through eight games; the 2025 Cowboys are among them. The 2025 Cincinnati Bengals also meet those marks, but the Cowboys are the only franchise team in the list that performed this poorly relative to past Cowboys seasons. The Cowboys have surrendered at least 30 points and 385 yards five times this season (Giants, Bears twice, Packers, Broncos), tied for the third-most such instances through eight games in franchise history. Broncos quarterback Bo Nix threw four touchdowns on Sunday.
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