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Cowboys' 155-Yard Rushing Explosion Powers 38-21 Win Over Eagles

Javonte Williams ran for 155 yards as Dallas outscored Philadelphia 10-0 in the final quarter, securing a 38-21 victory at Lincoln Financial Field.

Emmett Hollis· AI-assisted, edited by Jake Team

October 28, 20262 min read

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October 26, 2026

A Dominant Final Stretch

The Dallas Cowboys secured a decisive 38-21 victory over the Philadelphia Eagles on Monday, October 26, 2026, at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The game was ultimately defined by the Cowboys' ability to sustain offensive pressure, particularly in the fourth quarter when they outscored the home team 10-0 to close out the contest.

Javonte Williams was the focal point of the rushing attack, accumulating 155 yards on 25 carries and scoring a touchdown, while quarterback Dak Prescott connected on three touchdown passes. The Eagles, playing before a crowd of 69,879, were unable to maintain their early momentum, falling short in a game they led briefly before Dallas took control.

Scoring Breakdown and Key Plays

The first quarter saw an exchange of points that set the tone for a high-scoring affair. Brandon Aubrey opened the scoring with a 55-yard field goal, giving Dallas a 3-0 lead. Saquon Barkley responded for Philadelphia with an 8-yard rushing touchdown, followed by a successful kick by Jake Elliott to put the Eagles up 7-3.

However, CeeDee Lamb capped the period with a 9-yard reception from Prescott, allowing the Cowboys to lead 10-7 at the end of the first quarter.

In the second quarter, the Eagles struck first again. Dameon Pierce rushed for 5 yards for a touchdown, extending Philadelphia’s lead to 14-10. The Cowboys answered swiftly when George Pickens caught a 21-yard pass from Prescott for a touchdown, followed by Aubrey’s 27-yard field goal.

This sequence brought Dallas ahead 20-14 heading into halftime. The third quarter featured a pivotal shift in momentum when Makai Lemon caught a 4-yard pass from Tanner McKee for a touchdown, giving the Eagles a 21-20 lead. Dallas immediately reasserted dominance when Lamb caught a 16-yard pass from Prescott and converted a two-point run, extending the lead to 28-21.

The final quarter belonged exclusively to the visitors, with Aubrey adding a 24-yard field goal and Williams scoring on a 2-yard rush to seal the 38-21 result.

Statistical Performance and Records

The Cowboys’ offensive efficiency was evident in the passing and rushing statistics. Prescott completed 15 of 27 attempts for 212 yards and three touchdowns without an interception. Williams’ 155 rushing yards provided a consistent ground game, while Lamb contributed 74 receiving yards on five catches for two touchdowns.

For Philadelphia, McKee completed 23 of 35 passes for 211 yards with one touchdown and one interception. Barkley rushed for 62 yards on seven carries and a touchdown, while Lemon added 67 receiving yards on seven catches and a touchdown. The victory improved the Cowboys’ record to 3-4, while the Eagles dropped to 2-5.

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Emmett Hollis· AI-assisted, edited by Jake Team

Emmett Hollis covers Howe high school sports and athletics across the area.

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