Dak Prescott shines as Cowboys defeat Commanders in Week 2
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 21, 2026, 12:02 PM
Last updated Sep 21, 2026

Dak Prescott led the Dallas Cowboys to a 37-20 victory over the Washington Commanders on September 20, 2026. Prescott set a franchise record with four touchdown passes, completing 26 of 31 attempts and achieving a 143.8 passer rating. CeeDee Lamb contributed significantly with eight catches for 153 yards and two touchdowns. Despite the offensive success, the Cowboys' defense struggled, allowing the Commanders to outgain them in total yards. The team will face a challenging matchup next as they travel to Rio for their next game.
- •Cowboys score 37 points, with Prescott throwing four touchdown passes.
- •CeeDee Lamb records 153 receiving yards and two touchdowns.
- •Dallas's rushing game totaled only 66 yards.
- •The Commanders outgained the Cowboys in total yards, 389 to 332.
- •Cowboys next game is a challenging away match in Rio.
- 12:02 PMYahoo Sports — Instant Analysis: Big days for Prescott, Lamb; Cowboys defense still jelling in Week 2 win
"Dak Prescott and CeeDee Lamb put up monster days, but the Dallas defense is still finding its way.
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