The Dallas Cowboys are turning to rookie linebacker Jaishawn Barham to direct their defense in their Week 2 matchup with the Washington Commanders. Barham will have the green-dot helmet, which is used for defensive communication, coach Brian Schottenheimer confirmed.
The change follows Dallas’ 28-point loss to the New York Giants in Week 1, when the Cowboys had difficulty containing the Giants’ offense. Barham was selected in the third round out of Michigan. Defensive coordinator Christian Parker made the adjustment as Dallas prepares for Washington quarterback Jayden Daniels.
Dallas and Washington both opened the season with losses to division opponents. The Cowboys’ offense will face Washington’s defense, while Barham’s performance in the communication role is another development surrounding the teams’ NFC East meeting. The information was reported by sportingnews.com.
Source: sportingnews.com.
