Cowboys prepare to face Commanders in key divisional matchup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 18, 2026, 11:30 PM
Last updated Sep 18, 2026
The Dallas Cowboys host the Washington Commanders in a crucial NFL matchup on September 17, 2026. Both teams are seeking their first win of the season, having faced disappointing losses in Week 1. The Cowboys, coming off a close loss to the NFC East rival Giants, have previously used games against the Commanders as an opportunity to rebound, winning three of four recent contests. The Commanders nearly upset the Eagles in their opener, signaling a potentially competitive game against a desperate Cowboys squad.
- •Dallas Cowboys lost their season opener to the New York Giants.
- •Washington Commanders narrowly lost to the Philadelphia Eagles in their first game.
- •Cowboys have won three of their last four matchups against the Commanders.
- •Dallas aims to recover from a disappointing Week 1 performance.
- •The game takes place at AT&T Field in Arlington, Texas.
- 11:30 PMYahoo Sports — Commanders have been ‘get right’ opponent for Cowboys before
"The Cowboys and Commanders each desperately need a win.
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