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Giants take down Cowboys 28-20 in season opener

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 14, 2026, 6:29 AM

Last updated Sep 14, 2026

Giants take down Cowboys 28-20 in season opener

Summary

The New York Giants defeated the Dallas Cowboys 28-20 in their 2026 season opener on September 13. The Cowboys struggled on both offense and defense, failing to capitalize on opportunities, while the Giants controlled key stretches of the game. Dak Prescott threw two touchdown passes but also had an interception that shifted momentum to the Giants. Terrence Parsons Jr. criticized the Cowboys' decision to trade his brother, Micah Parsons, following the loss. Dallas will look to rebound at home against the Washington Commanders on September 20.

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By the Numbers

•Giants rushed for 165 yards and Jaxson Dart threw three touchdown passes.
•Cowboys committed seven penalties for 60 yards in the first half.
•Dallas struggled to turn opportunities into points throughout the game.
•Terrence Parsons Jr. criticized the Cowboys on social media after the game.
•Dallas hosts Washington Commanders next on September 20.

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6:29 AMYahoo Sports — ‘If Only Micah Parsons Was a Cowboy’ — Terrence Parsons Jr. Rubs Salt Into Dallas’ Wounds Following Primetime Loss to Giants

What they're saying

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Dallas had plenty to prove when it opened the 2026 season in primetime, but the result left the Cowboys with more questions than answers. A loss to the New York Giants exposed problems on both sides of the ball and gave an old roster decision new life.
— Yahoo Sports

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