A Wild Win: Cowboys Edge Steelers 20-17
Well, it wasn’t pretty, folks! It took longer than it should have, but if you missed the action because you had to work, I totally get it—and I respect that!
In a thrilling finish, the Cowboys managed to overcome three turnovers from Dak Prescott, who led a game-winning drive with just 20 seconds left. After a fumble by Rico Dowdle at the half-yard line, Prescott dove on the loose ball and found Jaylen Tolbert for the dramatic touchdown. What a game it was!
Dallas came out on top, defeating Pittsburgh 20-17 in a crucial victory. Let’s break it all down: the Good, the Bad, and the Ugly!
Injury Updates:
The injury report is concerning. Marshon Lattimore is already out, and Michael Parsons left the game early. Sam Williams and Tank Lawrence also had their struggles. Edge rusher MarShon went down with a knee injury and was carted off, and we likely won’t have updates until late Monday due to travel delays. Losing a second-round pick is a tough blow for the team. Tyler Biadasz left with a knee issue but returned to the sidelines without participating further.
On the bright side, despite being down their top four pass rushers, the defense stepped up, holding the Steelers to just 17 points and 226 yards of offense. Hats off to them for their effort!
Dak Prescott’s Rollercoaster Performance:
Let’s talk about Dak Prescott. Just when I thought he couldn’t make any more baffling plays, he goes out and redeems himself in spectacular fashion. There were definitely some cringe-worthy moments—three interceptions and a blocked field goal made things messy. It’s hard to believe how close this game was when it could have easily been a blowout if not for some self-inflicted wounds.
Yet, when it mattered most, Prescott led a crucial game-winning drive that spanned 70 yards in just 15 plays. The Cowboys could have easily put this game away much earlier with missed opportunities on drives that ended without points.
Game Ball Nominees:
As for who deserves the game ball tonight, Jaylen Tolbert certainly made a case for himself. With seven catches for 87 yards, including some clutch receptions, he proved that he could step up when needed, especially with Brandon Cooks sidelined. What a performance!
Final Thoughts:
Despite the win, this team still has issues to address. With 87 penalty yards on 11 penalties—almost double what the Steelers had—and three turnovers, the Cowboys need to tighten up their game. The sloppiness has to stop, or these mistakes will continue to cost them down the line.
As we celebrate this hard-fought victory, let’s not forget: the Cowboys showed resilience in tough conditions, battling through injuries and mistakes. So, what’s your one-word reaction to the game? Let me know in the comments!
Keys to Victory:
The defense did an admirable job containing the mobile quarterback Justin Fields, who completed 15 of 27 passes for two touchdowns but was limited on the ground. Najee Harris was also held to just 42 yards on 14 carries.
The pressure from backups like John Goston and Tyrus Wheat was unexpected but greatly appreciated, proving that even without star players, the team could step up.
In the end, they got the win, and that’s what counts! What do you think? Leave your thoughts below!
