On Sunday, January 4, 2026, the Dallas Cowboys traveled to MetLife Stadium to take on the New York Giants. The Giants secured a win with a score of 34–17. The game was part of Week 18 of the 2025 NFL season.
New York’s Jaxson Dart played well, passing for 230 yards and scoring two touchdowns. Tyrone Tracy Jr. also helped, rushing for 103 yards and scoring a receiving touchdown. The Cowboys had two rushing touchdowns but struggled to keep pace with the Giants.
The New York Giants secured a win over the Dallas Cowboys with a final score of 34-17. The Cowboys started strong, scoring 10 points in the first quarter. However, they were unable to score in the second and third quarters. They added another 7 points in the fourth quarter. Their scoring came from 2 rushing touchdowns and a field goal. The Giants scored 6 points in the first quarter and added 10 points in the second. The third quarter saw them scoring 8 points, followed by 10 more in the fourth. They achieved 3 touchdowns, with 2 from passing and 1 from rushing. They also made 4 field goals, contributing to their win.
For the Cowboys, Jadeveon Clowney stood out on the defensive side. He finished with 26.4 fantasy points. Jaydon Blue made an impact on offense. He rushed for 64 yards and scored 1 rushing touchdown, earning 12.4 fantasy points.
On the Giants’ side, Jaxson Dart had a strong game as quarterback. He threw for 230 yards and 2 touchdowns. He also added 32 rushing yards, totaling 20.4 fantasy points. Tyrone Tracy Jr. contributed with 103 rushing yards and a touchdown. He also caught for 56 yards, finishing with 19.9 fantasy points.
Ben Sauls provided consistent scoring for the Giants. He scored 14 fantasy points. His field goals helped keep the Giants ahead. The Giants’ players made key contributions to secure the win.
What’s Next
The New York Giants improved their record to 3-13 with a win over the Dallas Cowboys. This victory keeps them in fourth place in the NFC East division. The Dallas Cowboys are now 7-8-1 and hold the second position in the NFC East. In their head-to-head record, this game marks the first victory for the Giants against the Cowboys since 2020. Previously, the Cowboys had won several meetings. The Cowboys had covered the spread in their past encounters, but this time, the Giants covered the +3.0 spread.
The Dallas Cowboys will face the Philadelphia Eagles next. This game is scheduled for Sunday, January 11, 2026. The Cowboys will look to improve their performance against a strong Eagles team.
The New York Giants will play the Washington Commanders next. Their game is also on Sunday, January 11, 2026. The Giants aim to continue their winning streak against a competitive division rival.
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Last updated:January 5, 2026 Dallas Cowboys, New York Giants