Dallas Cowboys Edge Out Cincinnati Bengals at AT&T Stadium

In a closely contested match at AT&T Stadium, the Dallas Cowboys with a 12-5 record narrowly defeated the Cincinnati Bengals, who hold a 12-4 record, with a final score of 20-17.

The Dallas Cowboys showcased their defensive might by accumulating six sacks and eight tackles for loss against the Bengals. The defense was relentless, contributing to three forced three-and-outs and applying pressure that resulted in nine quarterback hits. The only fumble of the game was forced by the Cowboys' defense, although it did not lead to any turnovers.

On offense, the Cowboys' passing game was efficient with a completion percentage of 61 percent for 235 yards and one touchdown pass. The longest pass completed stretched for 46 yards as part of an offensive effort that saw them gain an average of over five yards per play across 59 plays. Their rushing attack added another dimension to their game plan; they rushed for 107 yards on 27 attempts which included one rushing touchdown.

Special teams also played a pivotal role in securing victory for the home team. The punting unit managed to pin down four punts inside the Bengals' 20-yard line out of five attempts while accumulating an average hang time close to five seconds per punt. Field goal kicking was perfect on the day as well; two successful long-range field goals from beyond fifty yards contributed six crucial points.

The Bengals put up strong resistance despite falling short on points. Their defense managed to limit broken tackles and kept after-contact yardage low across both rushing and receiving plays for Dallas.

Looking ahead, fans can mark their calendars for when the Dallas Cowboys will face off against their divisional rivals, New York Giants at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford on September 26th at 8:15 PM Eastern Time. This encounter can be watched live on ESPN as both teams vie for supremacy within their division.