Dallas
Cowboys
0-0
16
FINAL
24
New York
Giants
0-0
AI Recap
AI RECAP
Franchise Hub Beat· 22d ago
In an exciting Week 1 matchup for the 2026 season, the New York Giants secured a 24-16 victory over the Dallas Cowboys at home. Both teams were looking to set a strong tone for the season, but it was the Giants who came out on top, establishing early momentum in the NFC East. Jaxson Dart led the Giants with an efficient performance, throwing for 194 yards and helping his team maintain control throughout the game. Meanwhile, Dak Prescott of the Cowboys tossed two touchdown passes, showcasing his playmaking ability despite the loss. Jaydon Blue also had a standout game, contributing significantly in both rushing and receiving, with 56 yards on the ground and 87 yards through the air. Defensively, Abdul Carter was a force for the Giants, tallying two sacks that disrupted Prescott's rhythm and helped swing the momentum in favor of New York. The turning point came late in the third quarter when Carter's second sack resulted in a critical turnover that the Giants converted into a touchdown, extending their lead and putting pressure on the Cowboys to respond. The defensive efforts, coupled with timely offensive plays, propelled the Giants to a successful start to their season.
Passing
Box score: passing stats by player
PlayerPosATTCMPYDSTDINTRTG
Jaxson DartQB1591941198.6
Dak PrescottQB30181922273.1
Rushing
Box score: rushing stats by player
PlayerPosATTYDSYPCTDLNGFUM
Jaydon BlueHB11565.10130
Tyrone Tracy JrHB4215.31120
Calvin AustinWR11111.00110
Jaxson DartQB2115.5060
Cam SkatteboHB1270.60170
Jake FergusonTE000.0000
Isaiah LikelyTE000.0000
George PickensWR000.0000
Malik NabersWR000.0000
Receiving
Box score: receiving stats by player
PlayerPosRECYDSYPRTDLNGDROP
Jaydon BlueHB9879.70130
Isaiah LikelyTE36521.70410
Calvin AustinWR16464.01640
KaVontae TurpinWR23618.01230
George PickensWR3299.71190
Jake FergusonTE3279.00151
Tyrone Tracy JrHB22713.50150
Darius SlaytonWR11919.00190
Malik NabersWR2199.50150
Trey PalmerWR11313.00130
Defense
Kicking
Box score: kicking stats by player
PlayerPosFGMFGAXPMLNG
Jordan StoutP0000
Brandon AubreyK11125
Dominic ZvadaK13325