The Dallas Cowboys got burned for 44 points , but owner Jerry Jones hasn’t given up on that side of the ball. However, ESPN's Stephen A. Smith made an urgent demand to Jones about the tragic defense.

A trio of rookie players helped the Denver Broncos to a 44-24 rout of the Cowboys on Sunday. Running back R.J. Harvey, receiver Pat Bryant, and cornerback Jahdae Barron helped leave the Cowboys in shambles.

And the Cowboys’ defense took the brunt of the blame, according to ESPN.

“What if you went out and got [Bengals DE Trey Hendrickson] for those late first-round picks, which are really second-round picks?” Smith said. “You got that brother in your stable. What could that do for you?”

Cowboys’ defense needs improvement

Smith said the Cowboys can definitely make strides with the r

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