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FRISCO, Texas — The Dallas Cowboys are gearing up for their first road game of the season, traveling to Denver for a Week 3 showdown against the Broncos. After dropping their first two games, the Cowboys are searching for answers and desperately hoping the Mile High air will spark their offense to life. With the season still young but expectations mounting, this trip to Denver feels like more than just another regular-season game—it feels like a chance to salvage early-season hope.
Head Coach Mike McCarthy spoke candidly after Tuesday’s practice. “We’re not where we want to be, obviously, but this is the NFL—every team faces adversity,” McCarthy said. “We’ve had a rough start, but we believe in what we’re building. A road win would go a long way in getting things back on track.”
All eyes remain on Shedeur Sanders, the Cowboys’ rookie quarterback, who is still adjusting to life in the NFL. Sanders has shown flashes of brilliance but has struggled behind an inconsistent offensive line that has allowed nine sacks in two games. His Week 2 outing against the Chiefs was marred by a tipped-pass interception that ended a promising drive late in the fourth quarter, halting what could have been a momentum-shifting comeback.
Sanders remains upbeat, despite the tough start. “It’s part of the process,” the young quarterback said. “Nobody likes losing, but we’re not hanging our heads. Denver is a new challenge, and we’re excited to show what we can do.”
The Cowboys’ run game has been virtually non-existent through the first two weeks. Deuce Vaughn has managed just 86 rushing yards on the season, and Dallas has yet to score a single rushing touchdown. Offensive Coordinator Victor Price has come under fire for his play-calling, with critics pointing out that the offense has struggled to find rhythm or creativity.
“We’ve got to be better at establishing the run,” McCarthy admitted. “The run game opens everything up, and right now we’re not executing. It’s on the whole group—coaches included. That has to change this week.”
Vaughn, taking full accountability, said, “We know the numbers aren’t where they need to be, but I believe in this group. I know we can get it going.”
On the other side of the ball, the defense has shown moments of brilliance, including four interceptions against Kansas City. Standouts like DaRon Bland and DeMarvion Overshown have given the Cowboys’ secondary some bite, but they’ll need even more from the defense against a Broncos team eager to bounce back after their own 1-1 start.
“This is a game where we’ve got to make them one-dimensional,” said linebacker Micah Parsons, who has been the subject of trade rumors. “If we do that, we’ll be in a position to win. But we’ve got to execute—plain and simple.”
The pressure is mounting on McCarthy, with fans and media beginning to speculate about his future if the Cowboys can’t get back on track. A loss in Denver would drop the team to 0-3, raising questions about whether McCarthy can survive the season if the struggles continue.
“I’m not worried about job security,” McCarthy said. “I’m focused on one thing—getting us ready to play our best game on Sunday.”
The Cowboys will need their best effort if they hope to leave Denver with a win. The Mile High crowd is notoriously tough, and the Broncos’ defense will be a formidable challenge for Sanders and the struggling Dallas offense.
With the stakes rising and the pressure mounting, this game could very well set the tone for the rest of the Cowboys’ season. Win, and the team can head back to Dallas with renewed hope. Lose, and the road ahead becomes that much steeper. As Week 3 looms, one thing is certain—there’s no more room for excuses.
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