Dallas's defense is under siege as Week 7 approaches, the run game lurched to 1.6 ypc, and questions swirl about belief in a scheme that isn’t delivering. Schottenheimer stresses fundamentals and quicker in-game communication, while Trevon Diggs calls for a clear identity. Carolina exposed zone vulnerabilities in a recent loss, and Dallas now faces Washington, a Denver road trip, and Kyler Murray coming to AT&T Stadium, all amid draft-talk and mounting fan frustration.

Two first-round picks loom, and the clock is ticking on whether Dallas can regain its footing. If consistency comes from execution rather than wholesale changes, the defense could stabilize; if not, questions will sharpen about personnel, coaching direction, and playoff odds. Fantasy managers should watch scheme tweaks, target opportunities against zone, and any uptick in the Cowboys’ run defense and playmaking.

Brissett sparked Arizona’s offense in Week 6, delivering their most efficient performance of 2025 while Murray nurses a sprained foot. The 400-yard day and high-scoring output sparked a rookie-ballot level conversation about a potential QB controversy, though coach Gannon insists Murray remains the starter when healthy. With the bye looming after Week 7, Arizona has time to weigh Brissett’s impact against Murray’s long-term role.

Arizona heads into Week 7 on a four-game skid, facing Green Bay, a balanced test that will reveal if the season can still be salvaged.

Gannon preaches staying the course, praising energy and leadership while stressing the fix is about solving problems, not blowing up the playbook. Close losses and late-game finishes will decide if the Cardinals can rebound.

The four losses by a combined nine points and the streak’s final-play theme underscore how pivotal execution and finish quality are. A showing against Green Bay tests whether Arizona can translate effort into wins and shape the 2025 trajectory.

Green Bay's sustained balance on offense and defense sets a high bar, making disciplined game-scripts and mistake-free football essential for Arizona to keep pace and spark a late-season turnaround.