In the opening week of the 2026 season, the Dallas Cowboys topped the New York Giants with a final score of 29-17. With both teams eager to make a statement early in the season, the Cowboys demonstrated their offensive prowess and solidified their position in the NFC East. Leading the charge for Dallas was quarterback Dak Prescott, who threw for 269 yards and kept the Giants' defense on their heels. Running back Bhayshul Tuten added a strong ground game with 91 rushing yards, while CeeDee Lamb emerged as Prescott's favorite target, racking up 71 receiving yards. The offensive rhythm the Cowboys established early on proved to be too much for the Giants to handle. Defensively, the Cowboys made crucial plays, highlighted by Malachi Lawrence's sack that disrupted the Giants' momentum. Although Greg Newsome II of the Giants had an impressive day with three tackles and three interceptions, it was the Cowboys' ability to limit the Giants' offensive opportunities that turned the tide. The game's turning point came when Dallas scored a pivotal touchdown late in the second quarter, creating a lead that New York struggled to overcome as the game progressed.