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Buccaneers prepare for primetime clash with Cowboys on October 8

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Last updated Jul 7, 2026

Buccaneers prepare for primetime clash with Cowboys on October 8

Summary

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Dallas Cowboys are set to meet on October 8 in a pivotal Thursday night matchup. Both teams are looking to rebound after missing the playoffs last season. The Cowboys, with a new defensive coordinator in Christian Parker, seek improvement after finishing 7-9-1 and allowing the most points in the league. The Buccaneers, who have made the playoffs in recent years, are aiming to turn around their fortunes after a disappointing 8-9 season in 2025. This game is expected to have playoff implications.

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By the Numbers

•Tampa aims for postseason after missing playoffs in 2025.
•Dallas finished last season with a 7-9-1 record and poor defense.
•Dak Prescott will lead the Cowboys against Tampa's offense.
•Dallas has a new defensive coordinator, Christian Parker.
•Last meeting saw Dallas win 26-24 in December 2024.

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What they're saying

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Both teams look to rebound from postseason absences as Dak Prescott faces a revamped Dallas defense in a high-stakes Thursday night battle with playoff implications.
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