Spagnola: Cowboys Must Prove First Take Is An Aberration

In the second preseason game of their 2026 season, the Dallas Cowboys face a Washington Commanders team at AT&T Stadium on Sunday. Analyst Spagnola argues that if the Cowboys are to turn around after an unexpectedly slow start in Week 1 against New York Giants, it is incumbent upon them to prove that any early struggles were merely aberrations.

The game will feature significant personnel changes for Dallas, including a new defensive coordinator and scheme alongside fresh assistants. Spagnola notes that while the offense struggled significantly with only 37 total yards in their first possession against New York, the defense must now demonstrate its capabilities to stop Washington's run game if they hope to secure victory.

Fans can tune into FOX for coverage of this NFC East divisional matchup on Sunday at 4:25 PM ET. The broadcast will feature play-by-play announcer Kevin Burkhardt and analyst Tom Brady, with sideline reporters Erin Andrews and Tom Rinaldi providing commentary.