Dak Prescott sets Cowboys touchdown passing record against Commanders

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Dak Prescott sets Cowboys touchdown passing record against Commanders
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Dak Prescott became the all-time leader in touchdown passes for the Dallas Cowboys in a 37-20 victory over the Washington Commanders on September 20, 2026. He surpassed Tony Romo's record with his 249th career touchdown pass, a 24-yarder to CeeDee Lamb late in the fourth quarter. Prescott threw four touchdown passes total in the game, also connecting with Jake Ferguson for two scores. This win improves the Cowboys' record to 1-1 while the Commanders drop to 0-2 amidst multiple injuries, including to their quarterback Jayden Daniels. Prescott's milestone adds to his franchise records in passing yards and completions.

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  • Prescott passes Romo for Cowboys' all-time touchdown record.
  • He threw four touchdown passes in the game.
  • Cowboys improve to 1-1; Commanders fall to 0-2.
  • Jayden Daniels of the Commanders suffered a left elbow injury.
  • Lamb had eight catches for 153 yards and two touchdowns.
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  • 1:09 AMESPNDak breaks Romo's Cowboys passing TDs record
  • 11:54 PMYahoo SportsDak Prescott sets Dallas Cowboys franchise record, passing Tony Romo
  • 11:47 PMYahoo SportsDak Prescott throws four TDs as Cowboys beat Commanders 37-20
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Dak Prescott became the Cowboys' all-time leader in touchdown passes in Sunday's win over the Commanders, surpassing Tony Romo with 249 in his career.

ESPNby Todd Archer
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Prescott passed Tony Romo for the franchise record with his 249th career touchdown pass.

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Dak becomes the franchises all-time leader.

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