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Cowboys lose season opener 28-20 to Giants, face questions ahead

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 14, 2026, 6:08 AM

Last updated Sep 14, 2026

Cowboys lose season opener 28-20 to Giants, face questions ahead

Summary

The Dallas Cowboys lost their season opener 28-20 to the New York Giants on September 13, 2026, in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Despite a strong offseason and high expectations, the Cowboys struggled offensively, with quarterback Dak Prescott throwing for 175 yards, two touchdowns, and an interception. Coach Brian Schottenheimer acknowledged that the team's performance did not meet their standards, and a lack of physicality contrasted sharply with the Giants' intensity. Moving forward, the Cowboys aim to regroup ahead of their next game against the Washington Commanders.

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By the Numbers

•Cowboys fall to Giants in season opener, 28-20
•Dak Prescott completes 22 of 34 passes with two touchdowns
•Giants' defense disrupts Cowboys' rushing game
•Next up for Cowboys is a game against the Commanders
•Coach Schottenheimer emphasizes need for improvement

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6:08 AMYahoo Sports — Cowboys will have to earn back fans' belief after unsightly season opener vs. Giants

What they're saying

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Dallas' confidence isn't shaken after the 28-20 loss, but fans' belief stemming from an offseason full of optimism certainly took a hit.
— Yahoo Sports

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