Cowboys commemorate 2012 season-opening victory over Giants in countdown
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 15, 2026, 10:30 PM
Last updated Jun 15, 2026
The Dallas Cowboys are marking Day 90 of their 100-day countdown to kickoff by revisiting their 2012 season opener against the New York Giants. On September 5, 2012, Dallas triumphed 24-17, spoiling the Giants' Super Bowl celebration. The game featured standout performances from Tony Romo, who threw for three touchdowns, and Kevin Ogletree, who had eight catches for 114 yards and two touchdowns. Dallas took command in the second half and managed to secure the win despite a late touchdown from New York. The countdown series will continue daily, leading up to the opening game of 2026.
- •Cowboys defeated Giants 24-17 on September 5, 2012.
- •Tony Romo threw for 307 yards and three touchdowns.
- •Kevin Ogletree had eight catches for 114 yards and two touchdowns.
- •This was the first NFL game on a Wednesday since 1948.
- •Countdown continues to the 2026 season opener.
- 10:30 PMYahoo Sports — Cowboys countdown to kickoff: Top 100 iconic games – Day 90
"We countdown 100 days until kickoff with a series of the most iconic games in Cowboys history. Today is Day 90
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