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Sunday Night Football: Jaxson Dart throws three TDs, Giants beat Cowboys 28-20
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Key Points:
- The New York Giants, under new head coach John Harbaugh, defeated the Dallas Cowboys 28-20 on Sunday Night Football by controlling the game with long, time-consuming drives.
- Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart threw for 230 yards and three touchdowns with no interceptions, while Isaiah Likely was his top target, catching eight passes for 78 yards and two touchdowns.
- The Cowboys struggled offensively, with Dak Prescott throwing two touchdowns and one interception, and key players like Javonte Williams and CeeDee Lamb limited in production; Dallas also suffered defensive injuries to DeMarvion Overshown and Malik Hooker.
- New York dominated time of possession, ending the game with 29 first downs and 394 total yards, converting 9-of-11 third downs, effectively preventing Dallas from mounting a late comeback.
- The Giants improve to 1-0 and will face the Rams on the road next week, while the Cowboys fall to 0-1 and prepare for their home opener against the Washington Commanders.
