The Dallas Cowboys took on the Washington Commanders at Northwest Stadium in Landover, MD. The game took place on Thursday, December 25, 2025, at 1:00 PM. The Cowboys came out on top with a 30-23 win.

Dak Prescott led the Cowboys with 307 passing yards and 2 touchdowns. The Cowboys had 480 total yards, including 211 rushing yards. On the other side, Jacory Croskey-Merritt stood out for the Commanders with 105 rushing yards and 2 touchdowns.

The Dallas Cowboys scored consistently throughout the game. In the first quarter, they managed to get a touchdown. The second quarter was their best, adding 17 points to their score. They closed the game with two field goals, one in the third quarter and another in the fourth. The Washington Commanders tried to keep up with the Cowboys. They scored a field goal in the first quarter and added a touchdown in the second. In the third quarter, they scored a touchdown and a field goal, but only managed another field goal in the fourth quarter. The Cowboys’ control of the ball helped them secure the win. The Cowboys had 480 total yards, while the Commanders had 328.

Dak Prescott played a key role for the Dallas Cowboys in their win. He passed for 307 yards and scored two touchdowns. Prescott also added 24 rushing yards to his total.

KaVontae Turpin made an impact as well. He recorded 86 receiving yards and scored a touchdown. Turpin’s performance helped the Cowboys in the passing game.

For the Washington Commanders, Jacory Croskey-Merritt had a strong showing. He rushed for 105 yards and scored two touchdowns. Croskey-Merritt was a standout player in the Commanders’ offense.

What’s Next

The Dallas Cowboys improved their record to 6-8-1 with this win against the Washington Commanders. They are second in the NFC East standings, trailing the Philadelphia Eagles, who lead with a 10-5 record. The Cowboys have a division record of 3-1 and a conference record of 3-6. The Washington Commanders now have a record of 4-11, placing them third in the NFC East. Their division record is 2-2, while their conference record stands at 2-8. In head-to-head games this season, the Cowboys have won both encounters against the Commanders.

The Dallas Cowboys will play their next game on Sunday, January 4, 2026. They will face the New York Giants at MetLife Stadium. The game is set to be an away game for the Cowboys.

The Washington Commanders will also play on Sunday, January 4, 2026. They will be up against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field. This will be an away game for the Commanders.

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