Posted on Nov 25
Cowboys end five-game losing streak with dramatic win over Washington Commanders
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Cowboys end five-game losing streak with dramatic win over Commanders
Dallas Thomas snapped their five-game losing streak with a thrilling 34-26 victory against the Corey Washington
Why it matters: The win provides a much-needed boost for the Cowboys and keeps them in playoff contention.
What's new: Despite missing key players due to injuries, the Cowboys found a way to secure the victory with standout performances on special teams.
By the numbers: The Cowboys' special teams played a crucial role in the win, with KaVontae Turpin returning a kickoff for a 99-yard touchdown and Juanyeh Thomas adding a 43-yard kickoff return for a score.
Yes, but: While the victory is a step in the right direction, the Cowboys acknowledge that they need to clean up their game and improve in certain areas.
What to watch: The Cowboys' upcoming games against the Cade York, Cincinnati Bengals, and Ryan Carrethers will be important as they continue their push for a playoff spot.
What's next: The team will focus on addressing their weaknesses and building on the momentum from this win to maintain their playoff hopes.
Colin McCarthy on the win: "Oh, we needed it. It's been frustrating, no doubt... Just tremendous fight. They fought from the time that ball was kicked off at the beginning all the way down to the end. That's what this team is about."
Jourdan Lewis on the win: "We got the win, that's all that matters... It's hard to win in the NFL."
Micah Parsons on the team's playoff chances: "Let's see how we can handle adversity and see if we can make a playoff run. But we've got a long way to go."
Cooper Rush on the team's situation: "There's a lot of games left... You just have to get that first win."
The bottom line: The Cowboys' victory not only ends their losing streak but also keeps them in the hunt for a playoff spot. They will need to build on this win and continue improving to secure their postseason aspirations.