Cowboys Beat Raiders in Preseason Game

LAS VEGAS — The Dallas Cowboys hit the field against the Las Vegas Raiders and came out with a solid 27-12 victory, marking their first win this preseason.

As the team approaches the making of their 53-man roster, there were some interesting highlights from Saturday night’s game. Let’s dive into what stood out.

Firstly, the competition for the center position is really heating up. Rookie Cooper Beebe took a good number of snaps and put on a strong performance. He has been catching up quickly to Brock Hoffman, who kicked off training camp with a strong lead. Beebe’s growth in the role has made this a close race that could go down to the wire.

Another exciting note was running back Deuce Vaughn. The Cowboys could really use some extra spark behind Ezekiel Elliott and Rico Dowdle, and Vaughn has the potential to provide that. Even with limited snaps, he showed some impressive footwork and vision to create plays. A standout performance next week might solidify his place.

On the defensive side, Julius Wood made a case for himself as a valuable safety. With Jayron Kearse absent, Wood stepped up and proved he can tackle ball-carriers well and has skill in pass coverage. His performance might earn him a coveted spot on the 53-man roster.

However, not everything looked good. The Cowboys defensive end group struggled to apply pressure, which is a bit concerning. Although the introduction of Carl Lawson and Jordan Phillips gives hope, it was clear that the pass rush needs improvement against the Raiders.

Finally, linebacker Marist Liufau really showcased his talents in the absence of DeMarvion Overshown and Damone Clark. His ability to contribute in both the run and pass defense looked promising, showing the Cowboys may have made a smart pick in the draft.