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Cowboys Corral Commanders at FedExField with Dominant 38-10 Victory

The Dallas Cowboys, with a record of 12-5, decisively defeated the Washington Commanders, who now stand at 4-13, in a commanding 38-10 victory. The Cowboys' performance was dominant on both sides of the ball as they took full control of the game from start to finish.


Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott (4) looks to pass during an NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Dec. 10, 2023, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Matt Patterson)

The Cowboys' offense was virtually unstoppable throughout the contest. They amassed a total of 440 yards with an average gain of six yards per play. The passing game was particularly effective; quarterback play led to an impressive completion percentage of 85 and four touchdown passes. With no punts during the game, it's clear that the Dallas offense maintained consistent pressure on Washington's defense.


Dallas showcased their versatility by also establishing a strong running game that contributed significantly to their total yardage. The team rushed for 131 yards and added one rushing touchdown to their tally. Their ability to move chains was evident as they secured six first downs on the ground alone.


Defensively, the Cowboys were just as imposing, recording four sacks and seven quarterback hits which contributed to a loss of 27 yards for Washington. The defense also made two interceptions and forced one fumble which they recovered themselves, further stifling any momentum from the Commanders.


Special teams played their part too; Dallas executed kickoffs that resulted in four touchbacks and limited return yardage for Washington. Although field goal attempts were not perfect with only one successful out of three tries from beyond fifty yards, it had little impact on the overwhelming lead established by Dallas.


Red zone efficiency stood out as another key factor in this matchup; Dallas converted five out of seven red zone opportunities into scores while maintaining a perfect record in goal-to-go situations.


As fans look ahead after this emphatic win by their team at FedExField against Washington Commanders, they can tune into next week's broadcast where we'll see if Dallas can maintain this high level of performance going into their upcoming games.

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