Dallas Cowboys head coach Mike McCarthy faced criticism after a failed fake punt call during the game against the Atlanta Falcons. Special teams coordinator John Fassel clarified that the decision originated from him, taking responsibility for the execution failure that led to a pivotal moment in the game.

The Cowboys, trailing at the time, were unable to recover after the Falcons capitalized on the short field position, ultimately leading to their third consecutive loss. McCarthy reflected on the decision-making process and the matchup that influenced the call.

The Dallas Cowboys faced a tough loss against the Atlanta Falcons, with injuries compounding their struggles. The sideline was chaotic as key players like quarterback Dak Prescott and wide receiver CeeDee Lamb were sidelined due to injuries. Despite Lamb's valiant effort to play through pain, the team's performance was marred by penalties and poor third-down conversions.

With the offense faltering, the Cowboys couldn't capitalize on the Falcons' injuries either. The defense showed resilience, managing crucial stops in the fourth quarter, yet it wasn't enough to secure a comeback. The season's frustrations continue as the Cowboys sit at 3-5, battling both injuries and self-inflicted wounds.