The Dallas Cowboys suffered a shocking defeat at home to the New Orleans Saints, who overwhelmed them with a 44-19 scoreline, showcasing a powerful offensive performance. The Cowboys' defense, which had just dominated in Week 1, allowed 35 points in the first half, tying a franchise record for most points surrendered in a first half.

Key players like Saints running back Alvin Kamara thrived, scoring four touchdowns and racking up 180 yards from scrimmage. The Cowboys' defensive players, including Trevon Diggs and Micah Parsons, voiced their frustrations postgame, acknowledging the need for a better response to the challenging offensive schemes of their opponents.