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Jerry Jones reflects on Cowboys' loss to Giants in season opener

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 20, 2026, 3:30 PM

Last updated Sep 20, 2026

Jerry Jones reflects on Cowboys' loss to Giants in season opener

Summary

Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones acknowledged the strong performance of the New York Giants following his team's 28-20 loss in the 2026 NFL season opener at MetLife Stadium on September 17. The Cowboys struggled with a total of 244 yards, while quarterback Dak Prescott had an interception and a passer rating of 84.8. Jones praised the Giants for their execution and admitted they were better than he anticipated. He expressed curiosity about the Giants' continued performance as the Cowboys prepare to face the Washington Commanders in their home opener at AT&T Stadium on September 24.

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By the Numbers

•Cowboys lost to Giants, 28-20, in season opener.
•Dallas gained only 244 total yards in the game.
•Dak Prescott threw for 175 yards with one interception.
•Jones praised the Giants for their performance.
•Cowboys next play the Washington Commanders at home.

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Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones had something to say about an NFC East rival team days after his team lost its 2026 NFL season opener. The Cowboys did not have the ideal start to their campaign, as they stumbled out of the gate and lost to the New York Giants in Week 1, 28-20, at […] The post Cowboys Owner Jerry Jones Admits What He Got Wrong About NFC East Rivals appeared first on Gridiron Heroics.
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