Packers secure win over Cowboys as defense excels and OL struggles
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 19, 2026, 5:12 AM
Last updated Oct 19, 2026

The Green Bay Packers achieved a two-score victory over the Dallas Cowboys during Week 6's Sunday Night Football at Lambeau Field. The Packers raced to a 17-0 lead, securing a 4-2 overall record and riding a three-game winning streak. Their defense, led by Jonathan Gannon, pressured Dak Prescott effectively and limited the Cowboys to 13 points, with two interceptions. However, the Packers' offensive line struggled, allowing Jordan Love to face significant pressure and hindering the run game. Rookie kicker Trey Smack rebounded from previous issues by converting all five kicks. The Packers will aim to build on this performance in their upcoming games.
- •Packers lead 17-0 early and hold off Cowboys
- •Defense allows only 13 points, pressures Dak Prescott
- •Offensive line struggles with 45.5% pressure on Love
- •Rookie kicker Trey Smack makes all five kicks
- •Packers improve to 4-2 with third consecutive win
- 5:12 AMYahoo Sports — 3 big things from Packers' win over Cowboys: Defense stands tall, OL regresses
"Three big things from the Packers' win over the Cowboys: Defense stands tall, OL takes a step back and Trey Smack rebounds.
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