Cowboys fall to Saints 27-24 in preseason finale at AT&T Stadium
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 11:00 AM
Last updated Aug 29, 2026

The Dallas Cowboys lost to the New Orleans Saints 27-24 in their final preseason game on August 28 in Arlington, Texas. The Cowboys, who aimed for an undefeated preseason, mounted a comeback effort led by Sam Howell, who threw two fourth-quarter touchdown passes. Despite erasing a 15-point deficit, a late field goal from the Saints' Daniel Carlson sealed the defeat for Dallas. The Cowboys now prepare for roster cuts ahead of the regular season, with several players vying for spots on the 53-man roster.
- •Cowboys' preseason record falls to 2-1 after this loss.
- •Zach Wilson orchestrated a game-winning drive for the Saints.
- •Sam Howell's performance included two fourth-quarter touchdown passes.
- •Roster decisions loom as the Cowboys finalize their 53-man lineup.
- •Jaishawn Barham and Malachi Lawrence are expected to impact the defense.
- 11:00 AMYahoo Sports — Cowboys news: Dallas loses final preseason game to the Saints
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