Dallas Cowboys recall the 1993 Thanksgiving loss to the Miami Dolphins

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Dallas Cowboys recall the 1993 Thanksgiving loss to the Miami Dolphins
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The November 25, 1993, contest between the Dallas Cowboys and the Miami Dolphins at Texas Stadium remains a notable entry in NFL history due to extreme weather and a late-game sequence. Played in freezing rain and sleet, the game saw the Cowboys hold a 14-7 halftime lead following a Kevin Williams punt return touchdown. Miami narrowed the deficit with two second-half field goals from Pete Stoyanovich. With 15 seconds remaining, Jimmie Jones blocked a potential game-winning field goal attempt. Leon Lett attempted to secure the loose ball on the ice-covered field, but his contact made the ball live, allowing Jeff Dellenbach to recover it for Miami. Stoyanovich then converted a 19-yard field goal to secure a 16-14 victory for the Dolphins.

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  • The Miami Dolphins defeated the Dallas Cowboys 16-14 on November 25, 1993.
  • The game was played at Texas Stadium in freezing temperatures with sleet and snow.
  • Kevin Williams scored a 64-yard punt return touchdown for the Dallas Cowboys.
  • Leon Lett touched a blocked field goal, allowing Miami to recover and set up a winning kick.
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