Mike Tomlin sounds off on Cowboys: 'They're blinkers. They gotta cut their eyelids off'

Cowboys lose late lead

Dallas entered Sunday’s game as a touchdown favorite and held a 10-point advantage with less than four minutes left in regulation. The Cardinals rallied to win 33-30 in overtime.

Arizona quarterback Gardner Minshew II replaced Jacoby Brissett in the third quarter. Minshew completed 17 of 23 passes, threw three touchdowns and posted a 137.3 passer rating.

Tomlin questions team’s urgency

Tomlin also pointed to the defense’s late two-minute drive and the offense’s opportunities. After Arizona’s unsuccessful onside kick at the end of regulation, Dallas had a short field but went three-and-out in overtime. Tomlin said he did not see a unit ready to secure victory.

Tomlin urges coaching changes

Taylor asked how a coach could redirect a team during the season. Tomlin said the staff should identify players who want responsibility and shift work toward them, while challenging the group individually and collectively.

Tomlin has coached the Pittsburgh Steelers for 19 seasons, compiling a .628 winning percentage and a Super Bowl title. The article describes his NBC role as his first year as an NFL analyst.

Dallas faces growing pressure

The loss continued a pattern of disappointing Cowboys results, according to the article. Arizona is now 9-1 against Dallas since 2008. The Cowboys are 3-5, and head coach Brian Schottenheimer has decisions to make as criticism grows. Dallas is scheduled to face the rebuilding Indianapolis Colts in Week 9.