The Dallas Cowboys suffered a devastating 44-19 home loss to the New Orleans Saints, ending their 16-game home winning streak. The Saints scored touchdowns on their first six possessions, exposing significant weaknesses in the Cowboys' defense. Despite a strong season opener, the Cowboys' defense, led by newly returned coordinator Mike Zimmer, failed to contain Derek Carr and Alvin Kamara. Dak Prescott, while statistically decent, could not compensate for the defensive shortcomings. The loss has sparked debates on where the blame lies, with some critics focusing on the defense and others on Prescott's performance. Both the team and owner Jerry Jones emphasize the need to learn from this early-season setback and improve moving forward.