Cowboys, Dak Prescott get back on track at the expense of reeling Eagles in key NFC East win
The Dallas Cowboys beat the Philadelphia Eagles 38-21 on Monday night, ending a run of poor results and strengthening their position in a tightly contested NFC East. The win eases pressure on Dallas head coach Brian Schottenheimer after back-to-back primetime defeats, while extending Philadelphia’s losing streak to four games.
Dallas relied on its running game as well as quarterback Dak Prescott’s passing: Javonte Williams gained 155 yards on 25 carries and scored, while CeeDee Lamb caught two touchdown passes. The Eagles briefly led 21-20 in the third quarter after touchdowns from Dameon Pierce and rookie Makai Lemon, but Dallas pulled ahead; Philadelphia were also hampered by Saquon Barkley’s back injury and the absence of injured quarterback Jalen Hurts.
In short
- Dallas beat Philadelphia 38-21 to get back on track.
- Javonte Williams ran for 155 yards and a touchdown.
- The Eagles lost a fourth straight game and Barkley was hurt.
Explained simply
The Dallas Cowboys and Philadelphia Eagles are rivals in the NFC East, one of the National Football League’s eight divisions. Teams in the division compete for a place in the NFL play-offs, and their results against one another can shape who qualifies.
Dallas’s quarterback Dak Prescott leads its passing attack, while the head coach oversees the team’s decisions and preparation. Philadelphia’s Jalen Hurts is its starting quarterback, and Saquon Barkley is a key running back; injuries to important players can affect how a team performs.