Dallas Cowboys lose season opener to New York Giants 28-20
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Last updated Sep 14, 2026
The Dallas Cowboys opened their 2026 season with a disappointing 28-20 loss to the New York Giants. Despite expectations for improvement, the Cowboys struggled against New York's second-year quarterback Jaxson Dart. Injuries compounded the team's woes, with safety Malik Hooker fracturing his forearm and linebacker DeMarvion Overshown suffering a hamstring injury. Coach Brian Schottenheimer criticized the team's performance, emphasizing young players and coaching adjustments. The Cowboys will face the Washington Commanders next.
- •Cowboys lost their season opener 28-20 to the Giants on September 13.
- •Malik Hooker suffered a fractured forearm, likely sidelining him for weeks.
- •DeMarvion Overshown is uncertain for the next game due to a hamstring injury.
- •Dak Prescott threw a critical interception in the loss.
- •CeeDee Lamb reached 42 career touchdown receptions, ranking eighth in team history.
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"Te Dallas Cowboys turned in a dud of a performance in their 2026 season opener against the New York Giants. Here is what we learned.
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