In a pivotal Week 5 matchup, the Dallas Cowboys topped the Tampa Bay Buccaneers with a final score of 37-23, asserting their dominance in the NFC. The Cowboys improve their record while the Buccaneers face a critical moment in their season, looking to bounce back after this defeat. Dak Prescott shined for Dallas, throwing for four touchdowns and helping to orchestrate a potent offense. George Pickens was a standout receiver, racking up an impressive 171 receiving yards, making crucial catches that extended drives and put points on the board. Baker Mayfield led the Buccaneers with 301 passing yards, but it wasn’t enough to keep pace with the Cowboys' high-scoring attack. Defensively, the Cowboys were formidable, with Shavon Revel Jr. leading the way with eight total tackles. Quinnen Williams made his presence felt with 1.5 sacks, disrupting Mayfield’s rhythm throughout the game. The turning point came when DaRon Bland intercepted a pass, halting a Buccaneer drive and allowing Dallas to extend their lead, ultimately sealing the victory.