3 Cowboys takeaways after Week 5 win vs. Rams
Dallas Cowboys beat the Rams in Los Angeles. It was their fourth straight win. This was the first time they beat a defending Super Bowl champion since Week 7 of 2019 over the Philadelphia Eagles.
Tyler Smith started at left tackle for the Cowboys in the first game of the season. He allowed just one sack and seven pressures in 150 pass blocking snaps. Aaron Donald put him through the wringer in Los Angeles. Dallas needs to do a better job of protecting Smith. They need to keep him out of spots.
CeeDee Lamb dropped a third-down pass against the Rams. It was the second time in three weeks that Lamb has let a catchable ball hit the turf. Lamb is the guy the Cowboys want to pass to in big spots.
The Cowboys beat the Rams on Sunday. Cooper Rush has been the team's best player in his backup role. The team is winning because of the overall performance from the entire roster. Matt Stafford got sacked five times, lost a fumble and threw an interception. CeeDee Lamb had just five catches for 53 yards. The Cowboys are winning games because they are playing well in all three phases. They are also winning due to their defense, special teams and offensive line.
