Dallas Cowboys wide receiver CeeDee Lamb has an opening to put up a massive “Monday Night Football” performance against the Philadelphia Eagles in Week 7. The Eagles have not consistently moved cornerback Quinyon Mitchell with an opponent’s top target, and Locked On Eagles host Louie DiBiase said shifting Lamb across the formation could draw more favorable coverage and give Dallas its clearest path to explosive plays.
Lamb’s alignment could determine whether the Cowboys can capitalize on an Eagles secondary that DiBiase said struggled when Carolina moved its top receivers around the formation last week. Keeping Lamb away from Mitchell would test Philadelphia’s ability to adjust on the fly, particularly if it leaves him against coverage matchups Dallas considers less restrictive.
The potential Lamb advantage carries more weight because Dallas quarterback Dak Prescott must also answer pressure looks. Locked On Cowboys host Marcus Mosher argued that Eagles defensive coordinator Vic Fangio should lean into blitzes after Dallas struggled with unblocked rushers. Lamb provides Prescott with a proven outlet, but the Cowboys still must identify pressure quickly enough to get the ball out.
Mosher also stressed that Dallas must start faster than it has during its recent skid. An early lead would put Philadelphia quarterback Tanner McKee in more obvious passing situations behind an offensive line the hosts described as vulnerable on the interior. It would also let Prescott keep attacking through a receiver group led by Lamb instead of playing from behind against a defense built to force hurried throws.
For Dallas, the assignment is straightforward: Create early favorable game flow, protect Prescott against pressure and make Philadelphia prove it can handle Lamb wherever he lines up.
Cowboys News and Notes
– Prescott against pressure: Mosher said Fangio has a reason to test Dallas with aggressive fronts and blitzes after the Cowboys allowed repeated unblocked pressure. Dallas needs cleaner communication up front to prevent that approach from dictating the game.
– Interior line test: Mosher framed guards Tyler Smith and Tyler Booker as central to Dallas’ matchup with Philadelphia defensive tackles Jalen Carter and Jordan Davis. The Cowboys have invested heavily in their offensive line, and controlling that battle would help their offense stay balanced.
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