Cowboys face Bucs with Dak Prescott against rookie quarterback Jalon Daniels
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 9, 2026, 12:05 AM
Last updated Oct 9, 2026
The Dallas Cowboys are in Tampa Bay to face the Buccaneers on Thursday night football. Rookie quarterback Jalon Daniels steps in for the Bucs, previously starting when Baker Mayfield was unavailable. Meanwhile, Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott is having a strong season, highlighted by a solid touchdown-to-interception ratio. The matchup is critical for both teams, as the Cowboys aim to enhance their defensive performance, which currently ranks last in the league. The game is currently ongoing.
- •Dak Prescott has an 8-to-1 touchdown-to-interception ratio this season.
- •Jalon Daniels replaced Baker Mayfield, struggling with two interceptions last week.
- •Dallas' defense ranks 32nd in success rate in the league.
- •The game is still in progress with both teams seeking a crucial win.
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