The Dallas Cowboys returned to form after a bye week by defeating the Los Angeles Rams in Week 8. DaRon Bland, the team’s cornerback, was one of the game’s bright spots. Bland was able to do what he does best: get his hands on a football and return it for six points. That was Bland’s third pick-six of the early season, as we’ve been reminded all week.
Without a doubt, Bland is having a breakout year that has everyone’s attention. In Trevon Diggs’ absence following his season-ending knee injury, Bland has been able to step in and not only give stability, but also ensure that the big-play production continues.
While it is evident that Bland is on his way to a Pro Bowl season, his next test will come against the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday. The Eagles have one of the most lethal groups of pass catchers in the NFL, led by A.J. Brown and his remarkable pace. The Cowboys’ whole secondary will be put to the test on Sunday, necessitating the need for players like Bland to have their best day yet.
DaRon Bland Can Strengthen His Position With A Statement Game
It is unknown how the Cowboys will match up Bland and Stephon Gilmore with Brown and DeVonta Smith at this moment, but both will need to bring their A-game on Sunday. Bland is getting the credit he deserves for his performance, but when the lights are brightest against the greatest talent in the league, this is a moment for Bland to prove himself.
The Cowboys are the underdogs in this one, and with the San Francisco 49ers’ egg still on their face, few will regard the Cowboys as a legitimate danger in the NFC until they can come into Philadelphia on Sunday and win.
Bland and the Cowboys are quite similar in many aspects. Both are plainly good, but their validity is being called into question right now, whether that is fair or not. A strong performance by both on Sunday against a good 7-1 Eagles team could provide answers to many lingering doubts about both the individual and the squad.
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