Cowboys secure preseason win against Seahawks, show defensive improvements
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 16, 2026, 2:45 PM
Last updated Aug 16, 2026
The Dallas Cowboys defeated the Seattle Seahawks 17-7 in their preseason opener on August 16, 2026. After a slow start, the Cowboys' offense gained momentum, with quarterbacks Sam Howell and Joe Milton combining for 201 passing yards and two touchdowns. The defense initially struggled but limited the Seahawks to 156 total yards and tightened up after allowing a touchdown on Seattle's opening drive. Dallas aims to build on this performance as they prepare for their next preseason game against the Arizona Cardinals this Saturday.
- •Dallas Cowboys beat Seattle Seahawks 17-7 in preseason opener.
- •Sam Howell and Joe Milton combined for 201 passing yards and 2 touchdowns.
- •Cowboys defense allowed only 156 net yards after a shaky start.
- •Next preseason game is against the Arizona Cardinals on August 20.
- 2:45 PMYahoo Sports — Instant Analysis: Cowboys' revamped defense limits yards, points in preseason-opening win
"The offense and defense got off to a shaky start for Dallas, but both units got it together and showed plenty of promise in a 17-7 preseason win.
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