The Dallas Cowboys and Green Bay Packers battled to a 40-40 stalemate in Arlington, Texas, concluding a back-and-forth offensive showcase that required overtime and ended in a rare Cowboys Packers tie.
Micah Parsons Return vs Packers Highlights Offense
The game’s narrative centered on the high-powered offenses and the return of Micah Parsons to play against his former team. Both teams consistently moved the ball, making offensive execution the main highlight of the contest.
At halftime, Dallas held a slim 16-13 lead. The advantage came after James Houston caused and recovered a fumble from Jordan Love, which led to a Cowboys touchdown.
Earlier, the Cowboys also blocked a Packers extra-point attempt, which Markquese Bell returned for two points.
Dak Prescott vs Jordan Love Stats Showcase Duel
Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott finished an efficient day, completing 31 of 40 passes for 319 yards and three touchdowns. His top target was George Pickens, who recorded eight catches for 134 yards and two touchdowns.
Green Bay’s Jordan Love completed 31 of 43 passes for 337 yards and three touchdown passes, all caught by Romeo Doubs. Running back Josh Jacobs provided balance with 86 rushing yards and two scores on the ground.
Dramatic Finish Leads to Cowboys Packers Tie
With less than two minutes remaining in regulation, the Cowboys seized the lead. Prescott engineered a 54-yard scoring drive in just 62 seconds, capped by a 28-yard touchdown pass to Pickens.
The Packers responded immediately, driving into range for kicker Brandon McManus. He successfully converted a 53-yard field goal to tie the game and send it to overtime.
In overtime, the Cowboys struck first with a field goal from Brandon Aubrey to take a 40-37 lead. Green Bay answered with a drive of their own, kicking a game-tying field goal with only one second left on the clock.
Dallas Cowboys Season Record Shifts After Tie
The game officially ended in a 40-40 draw, a rare result for both franchises. The tie moves the Green Bay Packers to a 2-1-1 record, while the new Dallas Cowboys season record stands at 1-2-1.