Javonte Williams shines despite penalty in Cowboys' loss to Giants
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 15, 2026, 5:30 PM
Last updated Sep 15, 2026
The Dallas Cowboys faced the New York Giants on September 14, 2026, where running back Javonte Williams stood out despite a critical taunting penalty. Williams gained 72 total yards and scored two touchdowns but struggled against a strong Giants defense that made rushing difficult. His notable touchdown came in the third quarter after creatively navigating through defenders. The Cowboys look to improve in their upcoming games following this defeat.
- •Javonte Williams scored two touchdowns and gained 72 total yards.
- •Williams received a taunting penalty that potentially cost the Cowboys points.
- •The Cowboys lost to the New York Giants in their season opener.
- •Cowboys' rushing offense faced challenges from the Giants' defense.
- •The game took place on September 14, 2026.
- 5:30 PMYahoo Sports — Despite dumb penalty, Javonte Williams was Cowboys' Week 1 Player of the Game
"The Cowboys as a whole failed to impress, but Javonte Williams at least gave them something.
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