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Cowboys' new defense flops vs. Giants: Why Christian Parker, other additions have work cut out for them

Despite an ambitious offseason aimed at bolstering their defense, the Dallas Cowboys stumbled out of the gate in a 28-20 opening-week loss to the New York Giants. Under new coordinator Christian Parker, Dallas revamped its roster by drafting rookies Caleb Downs and Malachi Lawrence, extending Quinnen Williams, and signing veterans Rashan Gary, Dee Winters, Cobie Durant, and Jalen Thompson.

1 percent, while generating the 21st-best pressure rate even with the seventh-highest blitz frequency.

New York took full advantage, dominating possession for 36 minutes and 40 seconds behind quarterback Jaxson Dart, who threw for 230 yards and three scores on 23-of-29 passing with zero turnovers. Isaiah Likely tallied 78 yards and two touchdowns on six receptions, while Malik Nabers contributed six grabs for 69 yards in his first action in nearly a calendar year.