Dallas
Cowboys
1-4
34
FINAL
17
Buffalo
Bills
3-2
AI Recap
AI RECAP
Franchise Hub Beat· 7d ago
The Dallas Cowboys topped the Buffalo Bills 34-17 in a crucial Week 16 matchup, solidifying their playoff aspirations as the season nears its conclusion. With this win, the Cowboys showcased their versatility, demonstrating both offensive firepower and defensive resilience on the road. Dallas' offense was led by running back Jaydon Blue, who racked up 89 rushing yards, providing a balanced attack that kept the Bills' defense guessing. Quarterback Dak Prescott efficiently managed the game, while Buffalo's Josh Allen threw for 254 yards and a touchdown, but the Cowboys' ability to maintain control of the ground game was pivotal. Defensively, Dallas made a significant impact, highlighted by cornerback DaRon Bland's two interceptions, which turned the tide in the second half. The Bills' defense struggled to contain the Cowboys' offensive rhythm, while Jermaine Johnson II's two sacks were not enough to shift momentum. The key turning point came in the third quarter when Bland's second pick set up a crucial touchdown, effectively sealing the victory for Dallas.
Passing
Box score: passing stats by player
PlayerPosATTCMPCMP%YDSTDINTQBR
Josh AllenQB432251%2541348.0
DJ LagwayQB301653%1461077.9
Rushing
Box score: rushing stats by player
PlayerPosATTYDSYPCYACTDLNGFUM
Jaydon BlueHB15895.9293230
James Cook IIIHB18613.4—180
DJ LagwayQB44110.3330311
Abu Sama IIIHB6172.8—070
Josh AllenQB5163.2—070
Ray DavisHB284.0—060
DJ MooreWR000.0—000
Damani WarrenWR000.0—000
Jay SmithWR000.0—000
Dario GrayWR000.0—000
Receiving
Box score: receiving stats by player
PlayerPosRECYDSYPRYACTDLNGDROP
DJ MooreWR812916.1531492
Jay SmithWR56412.8211230
Amon-Ra St. BrownWR55911.8150230
Garrett WilsonWR6528.7130160
Dario GrayWR3289.3120110
Jaxson DollarTE22713.510251
Damani WarrenWR2189.012090
Khalil ShakirWR284.01050
Dawson KnoxTE177.06070
James Cook IIIHB263.07040
Jake FergusonTE133.0—030
Jaydon BlueHB1-1-1.01000
Kicking
Box score: kicking stats by player
PlayerPosFGMFGAXPMLNG
Daniel CarlsonK11236
Brandon AubreyK22442