The Result
The Dallas Cowboys defeated the Indianapolis Colts 27-23 on Sunday, November 8, 2026, at Lucas Oil Stadium. The victory improved Dallas’s record to 4-5, while the host Colts fell to 2-7. The game featured a back-and-forth battle that was decided by a late fourth-quarter drive for the visitors. Attendance at the venue was recorded at 65,479 fans.
Early Momentum
Indianapolis established an early lead in the first quarter. Seth McGowan ran for a two-yard touchdown, giving the Colts a 7-0 advantage. Dallas responded before the half with a 45-yard field goal by Brandon Aubrey. In the second quarter, the Cowboys took control through their passing attack. Dak Prescott connected with Jake Ferguson for a 10-yard touchdown, followed by a 44-yard strike to CeeDee Lamb. These plays extended Dallas’s lead to 17-7 at halftime. The Colts managed only a field goal in the third quarter, while Dallas added a 28-yard kick by Aubrey. Daniel Jones then threw a 55-yard touchdown pass to Ashton Dulin, narrowing the gap to 20-17 for Dallas.
The Deciding Drive
The fourth quarter saw the Colts tie the game, but Dallas struck last. Spencer Shrader kicked a 59-yard field goal to make it 20-20, followed by a 50-yard field goal that put Indianapolis up 23-20. Facing a deficit with time remaining, the Cowboys drove into scoring range. Javonte Williams capped the game with a one-yard rushing touchdown, and the Brandon Aubrey kick put Dallas ahead for good. This final play secured the 27-23 win for the visitors, ending the Colts' game with a late surge by the opponents.
Key Performances
Dak Prescott led the Cowboys with 335 passing yards on 21-of-34 completion, including two touchdowns. CeeDee Lamb was a major target with 10 receptions for 195 yards and a score. Javonte Williams provided a balanced ground attack with 101 rushing yards on 20 carries and the game-winning touchdown. For Indianapolis, Daniel Jones completed 20 of 34 passes for 180 yards with one touchdown and one interception. Jonathan Taylor rushed for 46 yards on 13 carries, while Ashton Dulin caught the long touchdown pass from Jones.
Sources
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