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Caleb Downs' interception secures Cowboys' victory over Colts

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 8, 2026, 11:18 PM

Last updated Nov 8, 2026

Caleb Downs' interception secures Cowboys' victory over Colts

Summary

In a key NFL matchup on November 8, 2026, the Dallas Cowboys edged the Indianapolis Colts 27-23. Safety Caleb Downs intercepted a pass from Colts quarterback Daniel Jones with under 40 seconds left, sealing the win for the Cowboys. Dallas took an early lead, scoring a 44-yard touchdown from Dak Prescott to CeeDee Lamb, but the Colts rallied, including a 55-yard touchdown reception from Ashton Dulin. The game was marked by a series of lead changes, with kicker Spencer Shrader’s two field goals briefly giving Indianapolis the advantage. With the victory, Dallas improves to 4-5 overall.

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Status Watch

•Caleb Downs intercepted Daniel Jones late in the game.
•Dallas led 20-17 before the Colts took a brief lead.
•Dak Prescott connected with CeeDee Lamb for a 44-yard touchdown.
•The Cowboys improved to 4-5 on the season.
•Caleb Downs recorded three tackles in addition to the interception.

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11:18 PMYahoo Sports — Cowboys’ Caleb Downs gets last laugh against brother Josh with interception of Daniel Jones

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The Dallas Cowboys versus Indianapolis Colts showdown brought out a sibling showdown. Except safety Caleb Downs got the better end of Josh Downs. All by picking off the latter’s quarterback Daniel Jones. Jones faced a heavy rush at his face then flung the football into the air. The standout from Ohio State Downs stepped in front and snatched the […] The post Cowboys’ Caleb Downs gets last laugh against brother Josh with interception of Daniel Jones appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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