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Cowboys Rookie Malachi Lawrence Says 13-4 Finish Is Still Possible After 2-4 Start

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Dallas Cowboys rookie Malachi Lawrence started at outside linebacker in Sunday night’s 23-13 loss to the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field, and he said he learned during the week that he would be up.

Published: Tuesday, 20 October 2026 at 1:36 AM
Cowboys Rookie Malachi Lawrence Says 13-4 Finish Is Still Possible After 2-4 Start
Key Things to Know
  • Malachi Lawrence stated that Dallas can still achieve a 13-4 record despite starting the season 2-4.
  • The Dallas Cowboys suffered a 23-13 defeat against the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field.
  • Rookie linebacker Lawrence started after being notified earlier in the week while DeMarvion Overshown was inactive.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Dallas Cowboys rookie outside linebacker Malachi Lawrence stated that a 13-4 regular season finish remains possible despite the team falling to a 2-4 record. Lawrence made his comments following a 23-13 loss to the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field, urging his teammates not to dwell on the defeat and to focus on the remaining 11 games.

Lawrence earned the start after learning during the week that he would be elevated, replacing inactive linebacker DeMarvion Overshown in the lineup. Drafted 23rd overall out of UCF, Lawrence contributed a crucial pass breakup on Christian Watson and helped pressure Jordan Love as Dallas prepares for their next game against the Philadelphia Eagles.

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