Decisive First Half Offense
The Dallas Cowboys secured a 34-13 victory over the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona. The game was defined by the efficiency of the visiting offense, which established a commanding lead before the third quarter even began. Joe Milton III, making a strong case for the starting quarterback position, orchestrated a dominant first half that included two passing touchdowns and a rushing score. The Cardinals, playing in front of 62,674 fans, struggled to keep pace with the Dallas attack, which outscored them 24-6 through the second period.
Quarter-by-Quarter Breakdown
The Cowboys struck first in the opening quarter, with Milton connecting with Malik Davis for an eight-yard touchdown pass. Just later, he found Jonathan Mingo for a 53-yard score, giving Dallas a 14-0 lead. The Cardinals managed to pull within single digits in the second quarter when Chad Ryland kicked a 38-yard field goal. However, the momentum remained with Dallas. Milton added a one-yard rushing touchdown, followed by a 31-yard field goal from Ryland. Aubrey extended the lead with a 50-yard field goal, leaving the Cowboys up 24-6 at the half. In the third quarter, Corey Kiner rushed for a one-yard touchdown for Arizona, but Brandon Aubrey responded with a 29-yard field goal. The game was effectively decided in the fourth quarter when Phil Mafah ran in a 15-yard touchdown, capping the 34-13 final margin.
