Tom Brady torches Matt Eberflus and Cowboys' defense after Dallas struggles mightily vs. Bears in 31-14 loss

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Tom Brady torches Matt Eberflus and Cowboys' defense after struggling mightily vs. Bears in 31-14 loss (Credit: IMAGN)

Tom Brady didn't mince words when assessing the Dallas Cowboys' defense during the Week 3 matchup against the Chicago Bears. A week after allowing 37 points to the New York Giants, the Cowboys faced off against the Bears, who were 0-2.

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The Cowboys allowed 385 yards to Chicago, 298 of which came through the air, indicating that they were vulnerable against the Bears' passing attack. Brady highlighted what he believed were the problems with the Cowboys' defense led by Matt Eberflus.

“There’s not enough guys in the rush, and certainly no coverage," Brady said. "Another wide open receiver. Matt Eberflus is just looking for answers over there. Not rushing well, not covering well, not knowing their way on defense.”
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Caleb Williams went 19 of 29 for 298 yards and a 142.6 passer rating. He tied his career-high with four passing touchdowns, while adding 12 yards on five carries. The second-year quarterback appears to be getting comfortable in Ben Johnson's offense.

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Tom Brady amazed by Ben Johnson, Caleb Williams' trick play

While he was disappointed by the Cowboys' performance on defense, Tom Brady heaped praise on Ben Johnson and Caleb Williams' ability to deceive Dallas on Sunday. Williams threw a 65-yard flea-flicker to rookie wide receiver Luther Burden III, which left Brady impressed.

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"Oh my God! Ben Johnson and his bag of tricks..."
"Here’s Burden at the top… he lollies off the ball… as soon as you feel that safety settle his feet, you take off,” Brady explained. “How about that throw? Basically flat-footed. That’s a lolly, get everyone to safety… A seven route to the corner of the end zone. They drafted Burden for his speed. Caleb Williams for his arm.”
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The Dallas Cowboys will clash against the Green Bay Packers in Week 4, while the Chicago Bears will face off against the Las Vegas Raiders.

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