Cowboys vs. Texans: Can Dallas Bury This Desperate Houston Texans Team?! + Q&A | Doin’ Alright

Episode 253: The Cowboys have their corner - now the pressure shifts to Christian Parker and the rest of the defense. On this episode of Doin’ Alright, Bryan Broaddus and Voch Lombardi examine Joey Porter Jr.’s expected Dallas debut, Malik Hooker’s potential return and how a healthier secondary could create more freedom for Caleb Downs. They also explain why the Cowboys deserve credit for taking advantage of Pittsburgh’s situation and landing a potential difference-maker.

The secondary may be improving, but Dallas’ pass rush remains a major concern. Bryan and Voch explore whether Parker needs to become more aggressive with his blitz packages, which edge rushers deserve additional opportunities and how Quinnen Williams and the interior rotation can be deployed more effectively. With the Cowboys struggling to generate pressure against ordinary offensive tackles, the time for schematic and personnel adjustments has arrived.

The focus then turns to Houston’s physical defense and the challenge awaiting Dak Prescott and the Cowboys’ offense. From Tyler Smith’s potential return to the importance of Jake Ferguson and Brevyn Spann-Ford as blockers, the guys outline what Dallas must do to withstand the Texans’ imposing front. Plus, could the Cowboys eventually face a long-term choice between Porter and George Pickens?

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