In a high-scoring showdown, the Dallas Cowboys defeated the Houston Texans 45-27 in Week 4 of the 2026 season. This victory solidifies the Cowboys' position as a playoff contender, while the Texans look to regroup after a tough loss at home. On the offensive side, Dak Prescott led the Cowboys with three touchdown passes and a commanding presence in the pocket, while C.J. Stroud of the Texans showcased his arm with 316 passing yards. David Montgomery added a strong ground game for Houston, rushing for 104 yards, and Nico Collins made his mark with 120 receiving yards, but it wasn’t enough to keep pace with Dallas. Defensively, the Texans struggled to contain the Cowboys' explosive offense, though Azeez Al-Shaair recorded six tackles to keep the score from ballooning further. The turning point came in the second quarter when Prescott threw a 50-yard touchdown pass that shifted the momentum firmly in Dallas' favor, allowing them to maintain control for the remainder of the game.