Cowboys shock Commanders after chaotic 41-point fourth quarter: Key takeaways
4 months, 1 week ago

Cowboys shock Commanders after chaotic 41-point fourth quarter: Key takeaways

New York Times  

By Ben Standig, Jon Machota, Saad Yousuf and Chris Licata The Dallas Cowboys outlasted the Washington Commanders during a chaotic second half on Sunday, winning 34-26 at Northwest Stadium after entering as double-digit underdogs. — Ben Standig, Commanders senior writer Cowboys overcome extremely sloppy first half The first half might’ve been the worst half of football I’ve ever watched. — Jon Machota, Cowboys staff writer KaVontae Turpin goes 99 yards for the TD 🔥 📺: #DALvsWAS on FOX 📱: https://t.co/waVpO8ZBqG pic.twitter.com/IiHNVZAnt5 — NFL November 24, 2024 Commanders’ non-existent pass rush The Commanders’ defense was at bend-but-don’t-break levels for much of the game. Left guard Tyler Smith is one of the best players on the Cowboys’ offense, and he missed the game due to injury, as did future Hall of Fame right guard Zack Martin. — Saad Yousuf, Cowboys beat writer Seibert missed multiple kicks for first time this season Washington’s special teams were anything but for much of the game.

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Commanders roll into the NFC title game at Philadelphia after getting 5 turnovers against Detroit
2 months, 1 week ago

Commanders roll into the NFC title game at Philadelphia after getting 5 turnovers against Detroit

Associated Press  

For the past month, the Washington Commanders were living on the edge, and that life was good. “O-line did a phenomenal job of staying on blocks and getting off the double teams and stuff like that, so all around good game for the offense and the whole team,” said Daniels, who ran 16 times for 51 yards. Nobody’s got to …

Jayden Daniels, Commanders stun Lions to earn first NFC championship trip in 33 years: Key takeaways
2 months, 1 week ago

Jayden Daniels, Commanders stun Lions to earn first NFC championship trip in 33 years: Key takeaways

New York Times  

In one of the most shocking NFL playoff upsets in recent memory, rookie sensation Jayden Daniels and the sixth-seeded Washington Commanders knocked off the NFC’s No. Daniels and the Commanders walked into the Lions’ den facing long odds against a high-scoring team that lost two games at Ford Field in 2024. By extending their best season since winning the Super …

Commanders quiet doubters, lock up spot in NFC Championship: ‘It’s a feeling like no other’
2 months, 1 week ago

Commanders quiet doubters, lock up spot in NFC Championship: ‘It’s a feeling like no other’

New York Times  

DETROIT — Josh Harris thinks this remarkable season by the Washington Commanders is heaven-sent. The notion that we would win four games last year and be in the NFC championship.” Then Harris brought the conversation back to earth and Washington’s divine rookie quarterback who directed another magical showing. “He just has a different poise about him than most and he’s …

Jayden Daniels leads Commanders to first playoff win in nearly 7,000 days, 23-20 over the Buccaneers
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Jayden Daniels leads Commanders to first playoff win in nearly 7,000 days, 23-20 over the Buccaneers

Associated Press  

TAMPA, Fla. — New owners. Jayden Daniels ran for a critical first down to set up Zane Gonzalez’s 37-yard field goal that clanged off the right upright and went through as time expired, and the Commanders beat the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 23-20 in an NFC wild-card game Sunday night for the franchise’s first playoff win in 6,945 days. Enough said …

Commanders again ride the poise of their veteran linebacker and rookie QB to victory
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Commanders again ride the poise of their veteran linebacker and rookie QB to victory

New York Times  

TAMPA, Fla. — Bobby Wagner’s first NFL playoff game was 12 years and a week ago. The amalgam of Wagner, who was everywhere on the field Sunday night, and Daniels, the rookie sensation, was at the heart of Washington’s incredible 23-20 win at the gun, when Zane Gonzalez doinked a 37-yard field goal attempt off the right upright and through, …

Commanders players who went through Washington ‘darkness’ savor the chance to take part in playoffs
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Commanders players who went through Washington ‘darkness’ savor the chance to take part in playoffs

Associated Press  

ASHBURN, Va. — Tress Way does not like using the word “darkness” to describe the losing he has endured over the past decade as Washington’s longest-tenured player because of the fun he has had along the way. “Everybody from the head down has been doing everything to just along that process of whatever it was going to take for us …

Mariota leads playoff-bound Commanders to 23-19 win over Cowboys after replacing Daniels
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2 months, 3 weeks ago

Mariota leads playoff-bound Commanders to 23-19 win over Cowboys after replacing Daniels

Associated Press  

ARLINGTON, Texas — Jayden Daniels sitting in the second half wasn’t the plan when the playoff-bound Washington Commanders visited the Dallas Cowboys with only seeding at stake. Mariota threw for two scores and ran for a TD after replacing Daniels, who said he was fine with his coach’s decision but later was adamant that they would have had “to drag …

Terry McLaurin’s late TD propels Commanders to win over Cowboys, No. 6 seed: Takeaways
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Terry McLaurin’s late TD propels Commanders to win over Cowboys, No. 6 seed: Takeaways

New York Times  

By Jon Machota, Saad Yousuf, Ben Standig and RJ Kraft Terry McLaurin’s 5-yard touchdown catch with 3 seconds left gave the Washington Commanders a 23-19 win over the Dallas Cowboys. Tampa Bay smoked Washington 37-20 at home in Week 1, but there isn’t much to take away from that game: It was Daniels’ debut and he’s improved by miles since …

Washington preps for playoffs as Cowboys finish season that ended 3-year postseason run
2 months, 4 weeks ago

Washington preps for playoffs as Cowboys finish season that ended 3-year postseason run

Associated Press  

Washington at Dallas Sunday, 1 p.m. EST, Fox BetMGM NFL Odds: Commanders by 4 1/2. Stats and stuff The Commanders are in the playoffs under first-year coach Dan Quinn, who made the postseason each of the past three years as the defensive coordinator for 12-5 teams with the Cowboys.. Washington is on a four-game winning streak since losing to Dallas …

Washington Commanders complete a turnaround from 4-13 to making the playoffs behind Jayden Daniels
3 months ago

Washington Commanders complete a turnaround from 4-13 to making the playoffs behind Jayden Daniels

Associated Press  

— Moments after the Washington Commanders finished the 2023 season at 4-13 and locked up the second pick in the draft, Daron Payne was already feeling optimistic about the organization’s long-term future. “There’s no better gift that you can give a man on his 60th birthday than a playoff berth,” Peters said, handing the ball to Harris while players cheered. …

With big tests looming, Cowboys defense under Mike Zimmer has turned a corner
3 months, 2 weeks ago

With big tests looming, Cowboys defense under Mike Zimmer has turned a corner

New York Times  

In a season with eight losses through 14 games, the 44-19 drubbing at the hands of the New Orleans Saints in Week 2 sticks out, especially defensively. Cowboys defense: Last 4 games OPPONENT RESULT RUN PASS TOTAL TOS at Panthers W, 30-14 60 175 235 4 Bengals L, 27-20 74 359 433 1 Giants W, 27-20 116 131 247 2 …

No offensive struggles for Jayden Daniels, Commanders in big win over Titans: Key takeaways
4 months ago

No offensive struggles for Jayden Daniels, Commanders in big win over Titans: Key takeaways

New York Times  

By Ben Standig, Joe Rexrode and Amos Morale III The Washington Commanders had about as perfect of a half a team could have in Sunday’s 42-19 win over the Tennessee Titans. — Ben Standig, Commanders beat writer McLaurin gets involved early The pregame offensive conversation included more early targets for McLaurin and an expanded route tree for Washington’s top receiver. …

Cowboys set for Thanksgiving visit from Giants after ending 5-game losing streak
4 months ago

Cowboys set for Thanksgiving visit from Giants after ending 5-game losing streak

Associated Press  

New York Giants at Dallas Thursday, 4:30 p.m. EST, Fox BetMGM NFL Odds: Cowboys by 4. Daboll said it was uncertain whether DeVito would play and that Drew Lock would get extra reps in practice just in case.. OLB Azeez Ojulari, who has six sacks and 10 QB hits, was placed on injured reserve with a toe injury.. LT Jermaine …

Believe it or not, Cowboys might have hope yet after chaotic win at Washington
4 months ago

Believe it or not, Cowboys might have hope yet after chaotic win at Washington

Associated Press  

FRISCO, Texas — A rare win as a double-digit underdog came just in time to let the Dallas Cowboys believe their playoff hopes aren’t completely gone in 2024. Cooper Rush probably will need three more victories in a row filling in for the injured Dak Prescott for any postseason talk to be realistic. Dallas will have to remember it did …

The Commanders split apart on the field Sunday, continuing an ill-timed reversal of fortune
4 months, 1 week ago

The Commanders split apart on the field Sunday, continuing an ill-timed reversal of fortune

New York Times  

— For about 30 seconds, we were all wondering who would sing “The Ballad of Jayden Daniels,” weren’t we? So Austin Seibert’s kick that would have forced an improbable tie with the Dallas Cowboys — after Daniels somehow sent Terry McLaurin on his way for a ridiculous 86-yard touchdown pass with 21 seconds remaining — flew wide left. In the …

Commanders kicking themselves over loss to Cowboys as playoff race tightens
4 months, 1 week ago

Commanders kicking themselves over loss to Cowboys as playoff race tightens

New York Times  

— Seriously, where do you begin? GO DEEPER Cowboys shock Commanders 34-26 after chaotic fourth quarter: Takeaways Instead, that didn’t happen until Austin Seibert missed a potential score-tying extra point after Terry McLaurin found the end zone with an epic 86-yard catch-and-run. When asked about the nonexistent pass rush, which allowed Cowboys quarterback Cooper Rush to play within a clean …

Home is where the heartache is for the Cowboys, but the road might not bring much relief
4 months, 1 week ago

Home is where the heartache is for the Cowboys, but the road might not bring much relief

Associated Press  

FRISCO, Texas — Dak Prescott isn’t coming back this season, and the Dallas Cowboys finished their latest home loss without three of their five starting offensive linemen or their top tight end. Instead, it’s looking a lot like 1989, the year owner Jerry Jones bought the team and the Cowboys didn’t win a home game. “We had so much success …

Cowboys fall at home again after piece of roof comes down before loss to Texans
4 months, 1 week ago

Cowboys fall at home again after piece of roof comes down before loss to Texans

Associated Press  

ARLINGTON, Texas — Things were literally falling from the sky even before the Dallas Cowboys lost yet another home game. Dallas is 0-5 at home for the first time since 1989, the first season Jerry Jones owned the Cowboys when they were 1-15 while not winning any of their eight games game at old Texas Stadium. Franchise quarterback Dak Prescott, …

Cowboys took points away, never scored again: Key plays, decisions in fifth consecutive loss
4 months, 1 week ago

Cowboys took points away, never scored again: Key plays, decisions in fifth consecutive loss

New York Times  

ARLINGTON, Texas — Entering Monday night, there hadn’t been a Dallas Cowboys home game this year that was close entering the fourth quarter. But with 4:21 left in the third quarter Monday night, Cowboys kicker Brandon Aubrey drilled a 64-yard field goal that would’ve been good from 70, pulling Dallas to within 20-13 of the Houston Texans. “I don’t sit …

Dallas Cowboys fake-punt attempt hilariously fails as punter comes nowhere close to completing pass
4 months, 4 weeks ago

Dallas Cowboys fake-punt attempt hilariously fails as punter comes nowhere close to completing pass

Daily Mail  

The Dallas Cowboys tried to flip their fortunes in the beginning of the third quarter of Sunday's loss against the Atlanta Falcons to hilariously unsuccessful results on the back's of punter Bryan Anger. That did not stop Cowboys' head coach Mike McCarthy from giving Anger the green light to throw the ball. Dallas Cowboys punter Bryan Anger threw a pass …

Cowboys and 49ers Battle for Rebounds in Crucial Game
5 months, 1 week ago

Cowboys and 49ers Battle for Rebounds in Crucial Game

Associated Press  

The Dallas Cowboys and the San Francisco 49ers are both looking to bounce back after disappointing losses in their last games. The Cowboys are facing a tough task with their depleted offensive line, but they have a strong defense that can keep the 49ers off the scoreboard. The 49ers, on the other hand, are without their injured star wide receiver …

Despite injury to Jayden Daniels, Commanders all smiles after throttling Panthers
5 months, 1 week ago

Despite injury to Jayden Daniels, Commanders all smiles after throttling Panthers

New York Times  

— The one-sided scoreboard, while glorious, wasn’t the main story. “You check on him, see how he’s doing, and we’ll take it day by day.” GO DEEPER Sunday's biggest play for the Commanders was keeping injured Jayden Daniels off the field That step-by-step approach has worked well for Washington this season. On his final run, wide receiver Dyami Brown recognized …

Cowboys don’t look close to being one of NFC’s top teams in ugly loss to Lions
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Cowboys don’t look close to being one of NFC’s top teams in ugly loss to Lions

New York Times  

ARLINGTON, Texas — Concerning, humbling, stunning, shocking. Cowboys owner and general manager Jerry Jones used some variation of each as he answered questions outside of the team’s locker room following a 47-9 loss to the Detroit Lions. Cowboys owner Jerry Jones just called today’s 47-9 loss to the Lions “very concerning” and “very humbling.” “This was a shocker.” pic.twitter.com/1A9nF6BCbt — …

Ranking the Cowboys’ position groups: 2 spots dragging down Dallas and 1 big standout
6 months ago

Ranking the Cowboys’ position groups: 2 spots dragging down Dallas and 1 big standout

New York Times  

Switching to a 17-game schedule has somewhat ruined breaking down the season into quarters. He’s well on his way to making All-Pro for consecutive years and no one would be surprised if he set the NFL record for longest field goal this season. Damone Clark has received the fourth-most defensive snaps of the linebacker group, and he has the highest …

Commanders improve to 1-1 despite their offense getting off to a bit of a false start
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Commanders improve to 1-1 despite their offense getting off to a bit of a false start

Associated Press  

The second game of Jayden Daniels’ NFL career delivered his first victory as quarterback of the Washington Commanders. “Luckily, those are things that we can control, so we can get that corrected,” said running back Austin Ekeler, one of more than 30 new players on Washington’s 53-man roster. We can’t be doing this to ourselves, especially in the red zone.” …

Cowboys dominate Commanders to claim NFC East title, will face Packers in playoffs
1 year, 2 months ago

Cowboys dominate Commanders to claim NFC East title, will face Packers in playoffs

New York Times  

By Jon Machota, Saad Yousuf, Greg Rosenstein and Ben Standig The Athletic has live coverage of Packers vs Cowboys in the NFC wild card matchup. The Dallas Cowboys, as a result of a 38-10 win over the Washington Commanders on Sunday, won the NFC East and earned the conference’s No. Two weeks later, the NFL’s best home team is riding …

Cowboys can clinch the NFC East by beating the last-place Commanders
1 year, 2 months ago

Cowboys can clinch the NFC East by beating the last-place Commanders

Associated Press  

The task in front of the Dallas Cowboys is simple: win and clinch the NFC East. “We’ve got an opportunity to win the division and go out there and make a statement win and get ready for the playoffs,” Pro Bowl linebacker Micah Parsons said. “Winning on the road is something that, it’s just great for your football team,” coach …

Big game from Cowboys’ Micah Parsons could lead to NFC East crown (and more)
1 year, 2 months ago

Big game from Cowboys’ Micah Parsons could lead to NFC East crown (and more)

New York Times  

Micah Parsons has 13 sacks with one game remaining. “I literally just had this conversation with the guys today,” Parsons said while standing outside the team’s locker room at The Star following practice Wednesday. It’s coming for sure.” Parsons, who has the ability to have a 20-sack season, has only 1 1/2 sacks in Dallas’ last five games. We just …

Cowboys feel playoff-tested after strange win over Lions that followed pair of road losses
1 year, 3 months ago

Cowboys feel playoff-tested after strange win over Lions that followed pair of road losses

Associated Press  

ARLINGTON, Texas — The Dallas Cowboys didn’t have it easy in finishing off their first 8-0 home season in 42 years. Because of Philadelphia’s loss to Arizona on Sunday, the Cowboys have the inside track to the NFC East title, which would mean at least one playoff game at home. “But I do think being on the road the last …

Dallas Cowboys survive late threat to beat Detroit Lions
1 year, 3 months ago

Dallas Cowboys survive late threat to beat Detroit Lions

The Independent  

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Commanders’ loss to Jets could turn out to be a victory in the long run
1 year, 3 months ago

Commanders’ loss to Jets could turn out to be a victory in the long run

New York Times  

— The sad faces and slumped shoulders inside the visiting locker room captured Sunday afternoon’s result at MetLife Stadium. The Commanders’ sixth consecutive loss included an abysmal first half in all three phases and the second benching of struggling quarterback Sam Howell in as many weeks. “You look back at some of the games he had a month ago and …

Dak Prescott throws for 3 TDs, Cowboys extend home win streak to 14 with 41-35 win over Seahawks
1 year, 4 months ago

Dak Prescott throws for 3 TDs, Cowboys extend home win streak to 14 with 41-35 win over Seahawks

Associated Press  

ARLINGTON, Texas — Trailing Seattle in the fourth quarter, Dak Prescott and the Dallas Cowboys knew there was no way they could extend their NFL record of five consecutive 20-point wins at home to start the season. Prescott’s 12-yard pass to Jake Ferguson put Dallas in front with 4 1/2 minutes remaining as the Cowboys set up a rematch with …

Cowboys face Seahawks with 13-game home winning streak on the line, and Eagles around the corner
1 year, 4 months ago

Cowboys face Seahawks with 13-game home winning streak on the line, and Eagles around the corner

News 18  

ARLINGTON, Texas: Dak Prescott and the Dallas Cowboys have one more game before a highly anticipated NFC East rematch. This time, it’s an opponent with a winning record as the Seattle Seahawks visit Thursday night before the Cowboys get a little break in anticipation of the Philadelphia Eagles coming to town Dec. 10. Let’s get him really healthy, a whole …

Cowboys face Seahawks with 13-game home winning streak on the line, and Eagles around the corner
1 year, 4 months ago

Cowboys face Seahawks with 13-game home winning streak on the line, and Eagles around the corner

Associated Press  

ARLINGTON, Texas — Dak Prescott and the Dallas Cowboys have one more game before a highly anticipated NFC East rematch. This time, it’s an opponent with a winning record as the Seattle Seahawks visit Thursday night before the Cowboys get a little break in anticipation of the Philadelphia Eagles coming to town Dec. 10. Let’s get him really healthy, a …

Five reasons (beyond the obvious) Cowboys trending up: DBs coach, Dan Quinn and Osa
1 year, 4 months ago

Five reasons (beyond the obvious) Cowboys trending up: DBs coach, Dan Quinn and Osa

New York Times  

The Athletic has live coverage of the Dallas Cowboys vs. Seattle Seahawks on Thursday Night Football Since the Dallas Cowboys got blown out by the San Francisco 49ers on Oct. 8, they’ve put together an encouraging set of performances. None of the five Cowboys’ wins since that loss have come against teams that would be in the playoffs if the …

Rivera’s future with Commanders uncertain after much different Thanksgiving result against Cowboys
1 year, 4 months ago

Rivera’s future with Commanders uncertain after much different Thanksgiving result against Cowboys

Associated Press  

ARLINGTON, Texas — Washington Commanders coach Ron Rivera has a pleasant Thanksgiving memory against the Dallas Cowboys. Now, after the Commanders’ 45-10 loss Thursday in their 11th Thanksgiving Day game against Dallas, the first since that 25-point victory in 2020, there will only be more questions about Rivera’s future in Washington. “We’re just going to roll with the punches, whatever …

Dallas Cowboys cruise to Thanksgiving win over Washington Commanders
1 year, 4 months ago

Dallas Cowboys cruise to Thanksgiving win over Washington Commanders

The Independent  

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Bland, Prescott help Cowboys to 13th straight home win with 45-10 victory over Commanders
1 year, 4 months ago

Bland, Prescott help Cowboys to 13th straight home win with 45-10 victory over Commanders

Associated Press  

ARLINGTON, Texas — Dak Prescott and his right guard, Zack Martin, feasted on a turkey leg together on the sideline with six minutes left in the game after the star quarterback’s fourth touchdown pass. Bland set an NFL record with his fifth interception return for a touchdown this season, and the Cowboys extended their longest home winning streak in 42 …

After Commanders’ embarrassment in Dallas, cold reality sets in
1 year, 4 months ago

After Commanders’ embarrassment in Dallas, cold reality sets in

New York Times  

ARLINGTON, Texas — Legendary singer Dolly Parton entertained the Thanksgiving Day halftime crowd at AT&T Stadium and a national television audience with an upbeat performance, including some of her greatest hits. For fans, reporters or anyone outside the organization, all the unsightly moments — particularly in the fourth quarter, when the deficit snowballed into an avalanche and Cowboys quarterback Dak …

Cowboys take 12-game home winning streak into 11th Thanksgiving meeting with Washington
1 year, 4 months ago

Cowboys take 12-game home winning streak into 11th Thanksgiving meeting with Washington

News 18  

WASHINGTON at DALLAS Thursday, 4:30 p.m. EST, CBS BETTING LINE: Cowboys by 10 1/2, according to FanDuel Sportsbook. … Cowboys WR CeeDee Lamb and RT Terence Steele are new to the injury report with ankle issues, but both were full participants in the only session of the week resembling a complete practice Tuesday. … Commanders QB Sam Howell threw three …

Cowboys vs. Commanders, Week 12 prediction: Avoid the trap and shutting down Sam Howell
1 year, 4 months ago

Cowboys vs. Commanders, Week 12 prediction: Avoid the trap and shutting down Sam Howell

New York Times  

The Athletic has live coverage of Cowboys vs Commanders in the NFL Thanksgiving game. The Dallas Cowboys played their worst game of the regular season in Week 18 last season against the Washington Commanders. The Cowboys could use another strong showing — they’ve won two in a row — with a rugged five-game stretch ahead. It’s just difficult to see …

Dak Prescott calls Cowboys’ loss vs 49ers ‘the most humbling game’ he’s played
1 year, 5 months ago

Dak Prescott calls Cowboys’ loss vs 49ers ‘the most humbling game’ he’s played

Associated Press  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — The frustration from back-to-back playoff losses to San Francisco that both ended on odd plays turned to humiliation for the Dallas Cowboys. “They beat us in all three phases.” Dak Prescott was under pressure from San Francisco’s relentless defense right from the start as the Cowboys began the game with three three-and-outs and a lost fumble …

Cowboys’ offense miserably fails 49ers’ test: 10 points, 4 turnovers, 0 red zone trips
1 year, 5 months ago

Cowboys’ offense miserably fails 49ers’ test: 10 points, 4 turnovers, 0 red zone trips

New York Times  

The Athletic has live coverage of Monday Night Football featuring the Cowboys vs Chargers. SANTA CLARA, Calif. — Standing outside the Dallas Cowboys’ locker room at The Star last Thursday, CeeDee Lamb said their Sunday night matchup against the San Francisco 49ers was going to answer “a lot of questions” about the Cowboys’ offense. … We’ve got a lot of …

The Commanders gave up more than 30 points again. The defense needs to be better against the Bears
1 year, 5 months ago

The Commanders gave up more than 30 points again. The defense needs to be better against the Bears

Associated Press  

Sam Howell quieted some of the criticism he has been getting in recent weeks, even in a loss. I would’ve liked to win the game for us, as well.” Thanks to some much-needed run-pass balance, the Commanders converted 47% of their third-down opportunities, up from 11% against the Bills. Rivera said offensive players were tired and doesn’t think he would’ve …

Cowboys defense showing it can be identity of success for the franchise
1 year, 5 months ago

Cowboys defense showing it can be identity of success for the franchise

New York Times  

The Athletic has live coverage of Cowboys vs. 49ers on Sunday Night Football ARLINGTON, Texas — Dak Prescott loves being on the field on Sundays. “Just to sit back and watch the defense do that, it’s awesome,” Prescott said of an extended second quarter stretch. “Last year, I think he got two gunner reps the whole season; he’s just finding …

Cowboys score twice on defense in 38-3 blowout of Patriots, Belichick’s worst loss
1 year, 5 months ago

Cowboys score twice on defense in 38-3 blowout of Patriots, Belichick’s worst loss

Associated Press  

ARLINGTON, Texas — Dak Prescott is getting used to sitting back and watching the Dallas defense do its thing. DaRon Bland returned one of his two interceptions for a touchdown, Leighton Vander Esch scooped up a fumble for a score and the Cowboys blew out the New England Patriots 38-3 on Sunday. Mac Jones was responsible for all three turnovers …

One catch ignites Commanders’ offense, sending it where it hasn’t been in years
1 year, 6 months ago

One catch ignites Commanders’ offense, sending it where it hasn’t been in years

New York Times  

Wait, you’re allowed to score more than 30 points in an NFL game? Until Sunday, the Washington Commanders’ offense hadn’t scored 35 points in a game since Bill Callahan — surely, you remember the Callahan era — was playing out the string in 2019. Which brings us back to Sunday, a whole lot of crazy: rallying from a 21-3 second-quarter …

Cowboys shut out Giants 40-0: Dallas defense takes care of business as offense shakes off rust
1 year, 6 months ago

Cowboys shut out Giants 40-0: Dallas defense takes care of business as offense shakes off rust

New York Times  

The Athletic has live coverage of Thursday Night Football featuring Giants vs. 49ers By Saad Yousuf, Jon Machota and Charlotte Carroll The Dallas Cowboys shut out the New York Giants 40-0 in their Week 1 matchup on “Sunday Night Football.” Here’s what you need to know: The Cowboys went up 19-0 after the first quarter, when Dallas’ special teams and …

Jones frustrated as Cowboys fall short in playoffs again
2 years, 2 months ago

Jones frustrated as Cowboys fall short in playoffs again

Associated Press  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — Two more interceptions from Dak Prescott. Prescott had two turnovers and led only one touchdown drive and the Cowboys fell short of the NFC title game for the 12th straight postseason trip, losing 19-12 to the San Francisco 49ers in the divisional round on Sunday. “Frankly, I wouldn’t say surprised, I would say just real disappointed …

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