TENDENCIA · 2026-11-01

Cowboys Defense Allows 20 Points in 14 Straight

• Franchise record with 14 straight games allowing 20+ points.
• Opposing offensive players receive major fantasy boosts.
• Dallas D/ST becomes unusable in fantasy lineups.

What happened

Dallas has set a franchise record by allowing 20 or more points in 14 consecutive games. Despite internal confidence in their offensive firepower, the defensive unit continues to surrender massive production to opponents. This long-term trend highlights severe defensive vulnerabilities that directly impact game flow and scoring opportunities on a weekly basis.

Fantasy impact

This defensive slump makes Dallas one of the most favorable matchups for opposing fantasy stars. Opposing quarterbacks, running backs, and wide receivers see immediate upgrades in PPR and standard formats. Meanwhile, the Cowboys D/ST should be avoided or dropped to the waiver wire for Week 8, as their floor remains dangerously low due to consistent scoring allowed.

What changes for the team

The Dallas offense is forced into high-scoring shootouts every single week. This desperate game script constantly inflates passing attempts, target volume, and overall fantasy production for their key offensive playmakers.

What to do: Bench the Cowboys D/ST and start offensive players facing Dallas in Week 8.

Sources

• Yahoo Sports: «Cowboys have a franchise-record 14 straight games with 20 or more points allowed» · Read the original report

Our own write-up and analysis based on the cited report.