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Dallas Cowboys Secure Victory at MetLife Stadium Against New York Giants

In a competitive face-off at MetLife Stadium, the Dallas Cowboys improved their season record to 12-5 with a 23-16 win over the New York Giants, who now stand at 9-7-1.


Dallas Cowboys quarterback Cooper Rush looks to throw during a preseason NFL football game against the Seattle Seahawks, Saturday, Aug. 19, 2023, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson)

The Dallas Cowboys demonstrated a robust defense against the New York Giants, recording five sacks and twelve quarterback hits. The defensive effort also included seven tackles for loss and one interception that was returned for seven yards. This interception contributed to limiting the Giants' scoring opportunities and played a crucial role in the outcome of the game.


Offensively, the Cowboys' passing game was efficient with a completion percentage of approximately 68 percent resulting in one touchdown. The quarterback managed to avoid any interceptions while throwing for 215 yards. The receiving corps caught twenty-one passes with an average of over ten yards per reception, contributing significantly to maintaining possession and advancing downfield.


The ground attack was equally impressive as Dallas amassed 176 rushing yards on thirty attempts, averaging nearly six yards per carry. This relentless rushing performance featured a long run of forty-six yards and resulted in one touchdown. The ability to control the clock was evident as they held possession for over half an hour.


Special teams also played their part; three field goals were successfully made out of four attempts with a longest kick of forty-four yards contributing nine points to the scoreboard. Additionally, all six kickoffs by Dallas resulted in touchbacks, effectively neutralizing any return threat posed by New York.


Despite eight penalties costing them seventy yards, it did not deter them from securing twenty-three first downs throughout the game which kept drives alive and applied pressure on New York's defense.


On special teams for punt returns, there was only one attempt but it proved effective as it went for twenty-eight yards setting up good field position for Dallas.


As fans look ahead, they can mark their calendars for when the Dallas Cowboys will host their next opponent at AT&T Stadium. On October 2nd at noon local time (5:00 PM GMT), they will take on Washington Commanders in Arlington. Fans eager to catch every play can tune into FOX network where this anticipated matchup will be broadcasted live.

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