The Dallas Cowboys secured their first home victory in nearly a year with a 27-20 win against the New York Giants on Thanksgiving Day. This win marked a significant turnaround for the team, which had faced a long drought at AT&T Stadium. Coach Mike McCarthy emphasized the importance of the win, especially for the fans, as the Cowboys look to build momentum after a tough season. Rico Dowdle's standout performance as the first 100-yard rusher for the Cowboys in over two seasons and a crucial pick-six by DeMarvion Overshown were key highlights of the game.
- The Cowboys ended a 334-day home winless streak.
- Rico Dowdle's performance ended a 26-game drought without a 100-yard rusher.
- The Cowboys' defense showed improvement with six sacks and a pick-six.
Rico Dowdle | RB
Breakout
Pickup
Week 12
20 carries
100 rush yards
1 rush TDs
- Became the first Cowboys rusher to hit 100 yards since Tony Pollard in Week 3 last season.
- His performance was crucial in the team's win.
CeeDee Lamb | WR
Injury
Week 12
3 receptions
6 targets
30 rec yards
0- Aggravated a shoulder injury during the game and did not return.
- Dropped three passes, raising concerns about his health and performance.
Dallas Cowboys
- The Cowboys are now 5-7 and looking to build on their recent success.
- They have upcoming games against the Bengals and Panthers that are critical for their playoff hopes.
New York Giants
- The Giants struggled offensively, starting their third quarterback of the season.
- They were unable to capitalize on opportunities against a strong Cowboys defense.