CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The Dallas Cowboys continue to roll in PML action, taking care of business on the road with a 35–15 victory over the Carolina Panthers. Led by quarterback Dak Prescott’s efficient passing, a dominant ground game from Javonte Williams, and a defense that forced four turnovers, the Cowboys improve to 4 – 2 on the season.
Prescott Efficient Through the Air
Dak Prescott delivered a steady performance, completing 17 of 25 passes for 246 yards and three touchdowns while tossing one interception. He kept the offense balanced and explosive, highlighted by an 81-yard touchdown to rookie Jaydon Blue that broke the game open. Prescott finished with a 122.6 passer rating, taking what the defense gave him and capitalizing on Carolina’s mistakes.
Williams Runs Wild
Running back Javonte Williams set the tone on the ground, rushing 13 times for 125 yards and two touchdowns (9.6 avg). His physical running style and ability to break tackles (35 yards after contact) kept the Panthers off balance all game. Rookie Jaydon Blue added 35 yards on 7 carries, while Prescott chipped in with 13 rushing yards.
Blue Sparks the Passing Game
Jaydon Blue’s breakout continued in Week 6 as the rookie flashed his big-play ability. He finished with 3 receptions for 78 yards and a touchdown, including the 81-yard strike from Prescott.
Other key contributors included:
- George Pickens: 4 receptions, 62 yards
- CeeDee Lamb: 3 receptions, 38 yards, 1 TD
- Jake Ferguson: 4 receptions, 36 yards, 1 TD
- Jalen Tolbert: 2 receptions, 24 yards
Defense Forces Turnovers
The Cowboys’ defense bent but never broke, limiting Carolina to just 15 points despite giving up 273 passing yards. The difference? Takeaways.
- Damone Clark: 12 tackles, 1 interception
- Malik Hooker: 7 tackles, 2 interceptions (33-yard return on one)
- Trevon Diggs: 4 tackles, 1 interception
- Sam Williams: 4 tackles, 2 TFL, 1 sack
Dallas’ secondary was opportunistic all afternoon, picking off Panthers quarterback passes four times and holding Carolina to just 2-of-7 on third downs.
Game Flow
The Cowboys jumped out early, scoring 14 points in the first quarter and never looking back. Another 14-point burst in the second quarter gave Dallas a 28–7 halftime lead, allowing them to control the clock in the second half. Williams iced the game with his second rushing touchdown in the third quarter, while the defense kept Carolina from mounting any serious comeback.
What’s Next
The Cowboys’ balanced attack and opportunistic defense continue to shine as they improve to 4 – 2. With Prescott spreading the ball, Williams punishing defenses on the ground, and a secondary creating turnovers at a high rate, Dallas looks like one of the most complete teams in PML through six weeks.
