Cowboys host Buccaneers in Week 5 Thursday Night Football matchup
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Last updated Oct 8, 2026
The Dallas Cowboys face the Tampa Bay Buccaneers for Thursday Night Football on October 8 at AT&T Stadium. Dallas rebounded last week from a loss to the Baltimore Ravens with a strong performance against the Houston Texans. The Cowboys feature a high-powered offense but have struggled defensively, currently ranking among the league's worst. Tampa Bay is 0-4 following a loss to the Green Bay Packers, and rookie quarterback Jalon Daniels will make his second start as the team looks for their first win of the season.
- •Cowboys scored 122 points this season, tied for second in the NFL.
- •Buccaneers have turned to Jalon Daniels after Baker Mayfield's injury.
- •Dallas has faced mobile quarterbacks and struggled defensively this season.
- •Tampa's rushing offense has averaged just 1.07 yards before contact.
- 10:00 AMCBS NFL — Cowboys vs. Buccaneers preview: Can Tampa Bay slow down CeeDee Lamb and high-powered Dallas offense?
"Dallas brings a historically efficient scoring attack into Thursday night against an 0-4 Tampa Bay squad turning to rookie quarterback Jalon Daniels
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