Cowboys face crucial matchup against Commanders on Sunday
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 19, 2026, 10:00 PM
Last updated Sep 19, 2026

The Dallas Cowboys will host the Washington Commanders in their home opener on Sunday, September 24, 2026. Both teams enter the game with 0-1 records after losses in Week 1, heightening the stakes to avoid an 0-2 start. The Cowboys aim to improve their offense and defense after struggling against the New York Giants. The performance of the Cowboys' linebackers and safeties will be critical against the Commanders' dual-threat quarterback Jayden Daniels. The outcome could set the tone for the rest of the season.
- •Both teams seek to avoid an 0-2 start after Week 1 losses.
- •Dallas faces a critical test with injuries impacting their defense.
- •Quarterback Jayden Daniels poses a challenge for the Cowboys' linebackers.
- •The game is set for Sunday, September 24, 2026.
- 10:00 PMYahoo Sports — Cowboys linebackers, safeties will be tested against Commanders
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