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Cowboys Pull Off Clutch Win in Houston

The Cowboys' clutch win in Houston came at exactly the right time. Dallas entered Sunday at 1-2 and as a 2.5-point road underdog against a Texans team that was also desperate for a win. For two quarters, the Cowboys looked…

Published: Monday, 5 October 2026 at 1:13 AM
Cowboys Pull Off Clutch Win in Houston
Key Things to Know
  • The Dallas Cowboys defeated the Houston Texans 34-30 after scoring 28 second-half points.
  • Dak Prescott threw a game-winning 12-yard touchdown pass to CeeDee Lamb with 40 seconds remaining.
  • CeeDee Lamb caught a career-high 17 passes for 189 yards and one touchdown.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Dallas Cowboys rallied from a 16-6 halftime deficit to defeat the Houston Texans 34-30 on Sunday. Quarterback Dak Prescott led an 11-play, 74-yard game-winning drive in the final two minutes, connecting with CeeDee Lamb for a 12-yard touchdown with 40 seconds remaining. The comeback victory brought Dallas to a 2-2 record on the season.

Prescott finished with 335 passing yards, while Lamb recorded a career-high 17 receptions for 189 yards and the decisive score. Running back Javonte Williams contributed three second-half rushing touchdowns. Houston quarterback C.J. Stroud threw for 347 yards and two touchdowns to Nico Collins, but the Texans were unable to prevent Dallas's late comeback.

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