Giants open season with victory over Cowboys in Harbaugh's debut

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Last updated Sep 16, 2026

Giants open season with victory over Cowboys in Harbaugh's debut
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The New York Giants secured a 28-20 victory against the Dallas Cowboys on September 13 during head coach John Harbaugh's debut. Harbaugh emphasized discipline and efficiency, with tight end Isaiah Likely scoring twice and leading the team's receiving efforts. Quarterback Jaxson Dart demonstrated decisiveness, helping the Giants convert 90% of their third downs. Despite experiencing some 'fumble luck', the Giants maintained control of the game, showcasing improvements under Harbaugh after years of mediocrity. The game served as a potential turning point for the franchise.

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  • •Giants win 28-20 over Cowboys in season opener.
  • •Isaiah Likely scores two touchdowns and leads in receiving yards.
  • •Jaxson Dart completes key third-down conversions.
  • •Giants convert 9 of 10 third downs during the game.
  • •John Harbaugh oversees his first game as head coach.
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The Dallas Cowboys entered the 2026 season under head coach Brian Schottenheimer. The program started the season with utmost disappointment as they suffered a 28–20 road loss to the New York Giants on Sunday night. Fans were shocked seeing their favourite team struggling with the quarterback Dak Prescott completed 22 of 34 passes for 175 […] The post ‘Played Poorly And Got Thoroughly Beat’ — NFL Analyst Offers Harsh Reality Check to Cowboys After Eagles Loss appeared first on Gridiron Heroics.

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The early scuffle with the Dallas Cowboys only fired up Jaxson Dart and the New York Giants , as they hacked out an impressive win, 28-21, thrilling the home crowd at MetLife Stadium on Sunday. Dart put on a masterclass, going 23-of-29 for 230 yards, three touchdowns, and zero interceptions. He also had 11 carries for 54 yards. Many believe that he […] The post Giants news: NY stomps Cowboys in rousing start to John Harbaugh era appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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The season opener for the Dallas Cowboys did not go exactly as planned, as they bowed to the New York Giants , 28-20, at MetLife Stadium. The Cowboys had no answer for Jaxson Dart , who finished with 23-of-29 for 230 yards, three touchdowns, and zero interceptions. Giants coach John Harbaugh notched his first win with his new squad. The Cowboys […] The post Cowboys news: Brian Schottenheimer sums up brutal Week 1 loss to Giants appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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