Cowboys Edge Eagles 38-21 Behind Prescott's 3 TDs, Williams' 155 Yards

Cowboys Secure Victory in Philadelphia

The Dallas Cowboys defeated the Philadelphia Eagles 38-21 on Monday, October 26, 2026, at Lincoln Financial Field. The victory improved the Cowboys' record to 3-4, while the home team's mark fell to 2-5. An attendance of 69,879 witnessed the contest, which saw Dallas control the tempo through a balanced offensive attack led by quarterback Dak Prescott and running back Javonte Williams.

First Half: Field Goals Set the Tone

Dallas opened the scoring with a field goal before Philadelphia responded to take an early lead. Brandon Aubrey kicked a 55-yard field goal to give the Cowboys a 3-0 advantage in the first period. The Eagles answered immediately, with Saquon Barkley rushing for eight yards and Jake Elliott adding the extra point to make it 7-3.

Dallas reclaimed the lead later in the quarter when CeeDee Lamb caught a nine-yard pass from Prescott, with Aubrey’s kick making the score 10-7 at the end of the first period.

The second period saw both teams trade scores. Dameon Pierce rushed for five yards for Philadelphia to take a 14-10 lead. The Cowboys quickly regained control as Prescott connected with George Pickens on a 21-yard touchdown pass, followed by Aubrey’s kick, putting Dallas ahead 17-14.

Brandon Aubrey extended the lead before halftime with a 27-yard field goal, ending the half at 20-14 in favor of Dallas.

Third Period: Prescott's Two-Point Conversion Seals Momentum

Philadelphia briefly cut into the deficit in the third quarter when Tanner McKee threw a four-yard touchdown pass to Makai Lemon, making the score 21-20. However, the Cowboys responded decisively in the same period. Prescott threw a 16-yard touchdown pass to Lamb and successfully ran for a two-point conversion, increasing the margin to 28-21.

Fourth Period: Williams Dominates as Defense Holds Firm

The fourth quarter saw Dallas pull away with two more scores. Aubrey kicked a 24-yard field goal to make it 31-21. The game was effectively sealed when Javonte Williams rushed for a two-yard touchdown, with Aubrey’s kick pushing the final margin to 38-21.

Prescott finished the game completing 15 of 27 passes for 212 yards and three touchdowns. Williams carried the ball 25 times for 155 yards and a touchdown. Lamb recorded five receptions for 74 yards and two touchdowns.

On the opposing side, McKee completed 23 of 35 passes for 211 yards with one touchdown and one interception. Barkley rushed seven times for 62 yards and a touchdown, while Lemon had seven receptions for 67 yards and a touchdown.

The Cowboys' defense held Philadelphia scoreless in the fourth quarter, preserving the win. The loss drops Philadelphia to 2-5, while Dallas moves to 3-4.

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