"This could have a double meaning. The Cowboys had their backs against the wall, and losing would be detrimental to their playoff chances. Vikings defensive coordinator Brian Flores is known for his exotic blitzes and confusing the protection for opposing quarterbacks. He did just that on Sunday as the Cowboys couldn't muster any big plays to counter Minnesota's aggressive looks. They didn't handle the pressure of the playoff chase, or the Vikings defense."
"It also doesn't help that, at one point, Dallas was playing with their third left tackle, and the Vikings' edge rushers were collapsing the pocket. Historically, Dak Prescott is pretty good versus the blitz and has made teams pay for committing so many players to rush the passer. That didn't happen. Prescott was pressured on 48% of his dropbacks against the Vikings. When blitzed, Prescott completed 8/15 passes. The offensive line didn't do a good enough job at protecting Prescott."
The Cowboys lost at home to the Vikings, leaving playoff chances very bleak. Brian Flores' exotic blitzes confused Dallas' protection and prevented big plays. Dak Prescott was pressured on 48% of his dropbacks and completed only 8-of-15 when blitzed. Dallas played at one point with their third left tackle as edge rushers collapsed the pocket. Kicker Brandon Aubrey missed two field goals beyond 50 yards for the first time in a game, magnifying missed scoring opportunities. The defense failed to stop Minnesota and the offense could not sustain control.
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