Cowboys Stun Eagles in Thrilling Weekly Finish
The Dallas Cowboys maintained their playoff hopes with a stunning comeback victory over the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday. Overcoming a significant 21-0 deficit, the Cowboys secured a 24-21 win, improving their record to 5-5-1. This places them just one game out of the final playoff spot in the NFC.
Cowboys’ Comeback Highlights
The loss was particularly damaging for the Eagles, who fell to second place in the NFC and missed out on a first-round bye with six games remaining in the season. Here’s a summary of the pivotal moments from the game:
Game Progression
- Early Dominance by Eagles: The Eagles built an early 21-0 lead by the second quarter, with a crucial interception thrown by Dak Prescott in the end zone.
- Cowboys Start Their Comeback: Just before halftime, the Cowboys cut into the lead, scoring after a 72-yard drive.
- Turning Point: In the third quarter, Dallas continued to fight back, cutting the score to 21-14 with a touchdown following an impressive 48-yard pass to CeeDee Lamb.
Fourth Quarter Drama
- Missed Opportunities: Philadelphia’s Jake Elliott missed a 56-yard field goal attempt, allowing Dallas to tie the game shortly after.
- Key Fumble: The Eagles turned over the ball late in the game, further complicating their offensive efforts.
- Last-Minute Victory: With just 1:35 left on the clock, Prescott led the Cowboys to Philadelphia’s 24-yard line, setting up a game-winning field goal attempt.
This win keeps the Cowboys firmly in the playoff race, demonstrating resilience and determination in the face of adversity. As the season progresses, both teams must address their inconsistencies to secure favorable postseason positions.
