Cowboys mismanage late game, Panthers fall to Browns in Week 3

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Last updated Sep 28, 2026

Cowboys mismanage late game, Panthers fall to Browns in Week 3
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In Week 3 of the NFL, the Cowboys faced a critical late-game mismanagement against the Ravens, ultimately allowing a last-second field goal to claim a victory. Dak Prescott's squad mishandled clock management in the final moments, including a false start and an ill-timed timeout. Meanwhile, the Panthers outgained the Browns but failed to convert on key opportunities, including a critical roughing-the-passer penalty that led to Cleveland's game-winning touchdown. Both teams left significant opportunities on the field, affecting their standings moving forward.

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  • •Cowboys led with 23 seconds left but squandered opportunities against Ravens.
  • •Panthers outgained Browns 391 to 276 but failed to capitalize on red-zone chances.
  • •Critical penalties and mismanagement hurt both teams' chances to secure wins.
  • •Cowboys' clock management issues were pivotal in their defeat.
  • •Bryce Young's turnovers contributed to the Panthers' disappointing loss.
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The Cowboys mismanaged the final 20 seconds of the game, and the Panthers let one slip away against the Browns.

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