Giants open season with victory over Cowboys in Harbaugh's debut
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Last updated Sep 14, 2026
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.
- •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.
- 3:55 AMYahoo Sports — John Harbaugh, Giants make statement with 28-20 Week 1 win over Cowboys
- 3:43 AMYahoo Sports — Giants take a step away from mediocrity in Harbaugh's debut win over Cowboys
"NEW YORK — That’s what the money’s for. John Harbaugh’s $20 million a year salary was worth every penny in his Sunday night prime time New York Giants debut. The Giants outcoached and outplayed the rival Dallas Cowboys in a statement 28-20 win at MetLife Stadium, announcing a new day in East Rutherford, N.J. Jaxson Dart completed 23 of 29 passes for 230 yards and three touchdown passes, and he ...
"The New York Giants were disciplined, physical and efficient as they defeated the Dallas Cowboys 28-20 in head coach John Harbaugh's debut.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 14, 2026, 3:55 AMJohn Harbaugh, Giants make statement with 28-20 Week 1 win over Cowboys
NEW YORK — That’s what the money’s for. John Harbaugh’s $20 million a year salary was worth every penny in his Sunday night prime time New York Giants debut. The Giants outcoached and outplayed the rival Dallas Cowboys in a statement 28-20 win at MetLife Stadium, announcing a new day in East Rutherford, N.J. Jaxson Dart completed 23 of 29 passes for 230 yards and three touchdown passes, and he ...
- Yahoo SportsSep 14, 2026, 3:43 AMGiants take a step away from mediocrity in Harbaugh's debut win over Cowboys
The New York Giants were disciplined, physical and efficient as they defeated the Dallas Cowboys 28-20 in head coach John Harbaugh's debut.
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