Dallas Cowboys edge Indianapolis Colts 27-23 in Week 9 matchup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 9, 2026, 4:23 AM
Last updated Nov 9, 2026
The Dallas Cowboys secured a 27-23 victory over the Indianapolis Colts on Sunday in Indianapolis. Despite outgaining the Colts 508-271, the Cowboys saw a double-digit lead shrink dramatically in the final 17 minutes of play. Dak Prescott threw for 335 yards and two touchdowns, while CeeDee Lamb caught 10 passes for 195 yards and a touchdown. The Cowboys' win keeps them in contention for the NFC East, although questions remain about their offensive execution and discipline. The defense, however, showed improvement, limiting the Colts to 271 total yards and forcing several three-and-outs.
- •Cowboys improve to 6-3 with the win
- •Dak Prescott ties season high with 335 passing yards
- •CeeDee Lamb registers 10 catches for 195 yards
- •Dallas defense allows only 271 total yards
- •Colts drop to 2-7 following the close loss
- 4:23 AMYahoo Sports — Cowboys' big stats don't equate to points in close Week 9 win vs Colts
"The stat sheet looks impressive, but the Cowboys offense needed to be bailed out by the defense in Indianapolis. Also, another Brandon Aubrey miss.
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