Dallas fell to 1-2 with a final-play loss to the Baltimore Ravens in Brazil, increasing scrutiny of the coaching staff after criticism in both of the Cowboys' defeats this season.
The Cowboys had a late chance to score, but Williams did not receive a rushing attempt. The possession included two incomplete passes, a Dak Prescott scramble and a false-start penalty on Terence Steele. An analysis cited by Blogging The Boys questioned the decision not to run while Dallas still had a timeout.
Head coach Brian Schottenheimer has also drawn criticism as the team's offensive play-caller, including questions about his hiring and whether coaching decisions put the roster at a disadvantage. Prescott remains without a win over a non-division opponent since last Thanksgiving.
Dallas also expects safety Jalen Thompson and P.J. Locke to miss at least four weeks. Malik Hooker could return this week, and the team said it would seek ways to address safety during the players' rehabilitation.
Injuries have affected the cornerback group as well. Rookie linebacker Jaishawn Barham provided a positive moment with two fourth-quarter run stops, including a fourth-down goal-line tackle of Derrick Henry that gave Dallas possession while trailing by three points.
