Cowboys Fall to Giants 34-17: Key Stats and Insights

The Dallas Cowboys wrapped up their 2025 season with a disappointing 7-9-1 record after suffering a 34-17 defeat against the New York Giants. This loss also brought their divisional record to 4-2, prompting owner and general manager Jerry Jones to suggest that the upcoming offseason could bring significant changes.

Cowboys Fall to Giants: Key Stats and Insights

As the Cowboys reflect on their season, several important statistics underscore their challenges and achievements.

Rookie Performances

• Rookie Duo: Jaydon Blue and Phil Mafah became only the fifth pair of rookies in Cowboys history to score touchdowns in the same game.
• Jaydon Blue’s First Half: Blue rushed for 77 yards on 11 carries in the first half. However, struggles in the second half resulted in a total of 64 yards on 16 carries.

Defensive Statistics

• Interceptions: The Cowboys finished the season with only six interceptions, tying the franchise record for the fewest in a single season.
• Points Allowed: The team allowed 30 or more points in nine games, culminating in a franchise-high average of 30.0 points allowed per game.
• Sack Leaders: Jadeveon Clowney led the team with 8.5 sacks, achieving this despite only playing in 13 games.
• Historical Performance: Clowney’s performance included a game with three sacks, a forced fumble, and a fumble recovery, an achievement not seen from a Cowboys player in 43 years.

Quarterback Insights

• Prescott Streak: Quarterback Dak Prescott’s personal winning streak against the Giants ended at 14 games, though he maintains a career record of 14-3 against them.

Notable Records

• Kickoff Returns: KaVontae Turpin set a new single-season record for kickoff return yards, totaling 1,814 yards and completing 69 returns, surpassing all previous franchise records.
• First Quarter Scoring: The Cowboys scored 80 points in the first quarter over the season, indicating a need for improvement compared to opponents who scored 132 points during the same period.

As the Cowboys move forward, these key statistics highlight both the successes and areas in need of improvement for the upcoming season. The offseason will be pivotal in determining the team’s direction next year.