Cowboys host Buccaneers in Week 5 Thursday Night Football matchup
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Last updated Oct 7, 2026

The Dallas Cowboys face the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 5 on Thursday Night Football. The Cowboys aim to build on their recent victory over their in-state rivals, while the Buccaneers are seeking their first win after starting the season 0-4. Tampa Bay's quarterback Baker Mayfield is out due to a thumb injury, leaving rookie Jalon Daniels as the starter. Additionally, Buccaneers safety Antoine Winfield will miss the game with a rib fracture. Both absentees provide Dallas with potential advantages as they look to take advantage of turnovers and an underperforming Tampa Bay passing game.
- •Cowboys host Buccaneers on October 8, 2026
- •Baker Mayfield out; Jalon Daniels starts for Tampa Bay
- •Cowboys average 31 points in last three games
- •Buccaneers rank near the bottom in turnover differential
- •Game could boost Dallas' momentum ahead of season
- 10:30 PMYahoo Sports — 3 reasons to love the Cowboys' Week 5 matchup vs Buccaneers
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