Arlington, TX – The Dallas Cowboys walked out of AT&T Stadium with a nail-biting 37–34 victory over the Arizona Cardinals in a game that tested their resilience, composure, and new offensive identity under rookie quarterback Joe Milton III.
Milton, making his case as the franchise’s future, put on a show with 288 yards through the air, three touchdowns, and a 110.9 passer rating. While he tossed one interception, his poise and ability to push the ball downfield gave Dallas the spark they needed. His 67% completion rate showcased a balance of efficiency and explosiveness.
The biggest beneficiary? Wide receiver George Pickens, who dominated the Arizona secondary with six catches for 129 yards and two touchdowns, including a 43-yard strike that electrified the home crowd. Pickens’ physicality and Milton’s cannon arm look like a pairing that could define the Cowboys’ offense for seasons to come.
CeeDee Lamb provided a reliable complement with seven catches for 64 yards and a score, while Javonte Williams powered the ground game, ripping off 78 yards on just nine carries — an impressive 8.7 yards per touch, highlighted by a 53-yard burst that set up points.
Defensively, linebacker Damone Clark set the tone with 10 total tackles, two TFLs, and a sack. Dallas also got a big play from cornerback DaRon Bland, whose interception in the second half helped stall a Cardinals rally. Defensive lineman Donovan Ezeiruaku also chipped in with a sack, keeping pressure on Arizona’s passing attack.
Still, the Cardinals wouldn’t go quietly, piling up 504 total yards and a 21-point third quarter surge that nearly stole the game. But when it mattered most, Dallas’ defense bowed up, and the offense answered just enough to seal the victory in the fourth quarter.
This win not only moves the Cowboys forward in the PML season but also cements Milton’s rise. With his leadership and connection to weapons like Pickens and Lamb, Dallas suddenly feels like a team with both immediate firepower and long-term promise.
Final Score: Cowboys 37, Cardinals 34
