NFL: Ravens Offense the Big Winner in Week 1; Not so Great Performance by Cowboys Defense
Dallas allowed 165 rushing yards and converted only 9 of 11 third downs as New York capitalized on coverage breakdowns.
- On Sunday, the New York Giants defeated the Dallas Cowboys 28-20 at MetLife Stadium, with quarterback Jaxson Dart recording 230 yards and three touchdowns for a 134.2 rating.
- Dallas struggled significantly on defense, failing to stop the Giants on nine of 11 third downs; coverage breakdowns enabled wide-open touchdowns that proved costly.
- Tight end Isaiah Likely recorded two touchdowns and 78 receiving yards on eight catches, while rookie wide receiver Malik Nabers overcame injury concerns to bolster the offense.
- Giants right guard Francis Mauigoa neutralized Cowboys defensive tackle Kenny Clark, allowing zero pressures on 36 pass blocks, while holding running back Javonte Williams to 69 yards on 18 carries.
- Head coach John Harbaugh successfully navigated his debut with the Giants, establishing a foundation that signals a potential shift in the franchise's identity moving forward.
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