As the Cowboys search for answers on the field, the questions get louder for defensive coordinator Mike Nolan on how things can improve.

While the status of Andy Dalton is in question after the big hit he took Sunday, the Cowboys are expecting some experienced veterans to return for Sunday's game in Philly.

For the second straight week, the Cowboys overmatched, this time against a Washington team that was also struggling. Let's take a closer look at key players, moments and stats from the 25-3 defeat.

The Cowboys' rough start continues, but Stephen Jones and the organization are committed to staying the course.

It's time to face reality … injuries and all, this team just simply isn't good enough.

Bucky Brooks has 10 takeaways from the game, including the O-line's rough day and the lack of chemistry within the team.

With their backs already against the wall, the Cowboys didn't bring enough fight, from start to finish.

It's a question that was bound to be asked in the face of another disappointing performance.

Mike McCarthy doesn't know how many ways he can say it, but the Cowboys continued to beat themselves in Sunday's 25-3 loss.

It was a small moment in a flabbergasting game, but it was clearly something that stood out to Mike McCarthy.

Dalton was feeling better after the game but will enter the NFL's concussion protocol heading into Week 8.

Several forgotten plays affected the game, including the first play from scrimmage and a dropped pass in the end zone.   

Even before starting quarterback Andy Dalton has to leave the game due to injury, turnovers and poor play again doom the Cowboys in a 25-3 loss to division-rival Washington.

Drafted five years ago, Randy Gregory has played in just 28 regular-season games. But he's back yet again and this time the Cowboys defense needs any kind of boost he can provide.

The Cowboys head to Washington this week for a division matchup at FedEx Field. Check out all options to watch and listen to the game.

In his Friday column, Mickey Spagnola knows that if the Cowboys are going to win, they need the defense to step up. No excuses.

Can the Cowboys rebound after an embarrassing loss on Monday night to beat a division rival and regain the lead in the NFC East? Check out what the staff writers think will go down Sunday.

Find out what Bucky Brooks says needs to happen for Dallas to break a losing skid and defeat Washington this Sunday with his Keys to Victory.

Sometimes a short week can be a challenge. In this case, the Cowboys might've benefitted from having to turn the page so quickly after the toss loss to Arizona. Here are some big headlines that occurred this week.

The Cowboys are 9-3 in last 12 trips to Washington. D-Law ranks fourth in the NFL in a pass-rushing stat. Check out other Big Facts for Sunday's game in Washington.

With so many injuries to the offensive line, third-year guard Connor Williams is no longer the young guy in a veteran group.

It's been established by now that most would rather not hear these complains anonymously. 

Even on a short week before Washington, another week of first-team practice reps is helping Andy Dalton get more comfortable in the offense.

Washington has just one victory this year, but it's not because of its defense, especially that star-studded defensive line that features many first-rounders, including the No. 2 overall pick from this past season.

Aldon Smith didn't practice Wednesday because of a neck injury, but it doesn't sound like a major concern for Week 7 at Washington, per Cowboys head coach Mike McCarthy.

Watch highlights from the Week 7 matchup between the Dallas Cowboys and the Washington Football Team.

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Ben DiNucci's first NFL throw goes 32 yards for a first down.

Dallas Cowboys running back Tony Pollard's elusive leads to 67-yard kick return.

Tune in for Cowboys Pregame LIVE presented by WinStar as they count down to the kickoff against the Washington Football Team.