ARLINGTON, Texas (Sept. 14, 2025) — Two longtime NFC East rivals will meet under the Sunday afternoon spotlight when the New York Giants (0-1) visit the Dallas Cowboys (0-1) at AT&T Stadium on Sept. 14, 2025. Kickoff is set for 3:25 p.m. CT, with FOX carrying the broadcast to a national audience. Both teams enter with urgency, knowing that an 0-2 start can be a difficult hole to climb out of in a loaded division.
Cowboys Seeking Redemption
The Cowboys opened their season on Thursday Night Football, falling 24-20 to the defending champion Philadelphia Eagles. Despite flashes of promise on both sides of the ball, Dallas was unable to finish critical drives, leaving fans frustrated but hopeful that adjustments with extra preparation time will spark a turnaround.
Quarterback Dak Prescott looked sharp in stretches, connecting with CeeDee Lamb for 110 yards, but turnovers and a lack of red-zone efficiency proved costly. Newly acquired running back Javonte Williams showed flashes of power but was largely bottled up against an elite Philadelphia defensive front.
On defense, the Cowboys missed the presence of Micah Parsons, who was traded to Green Bay in the offseason. Without their former All-Pro edge rusher, Dallas leaned on Dante Fowler Jr. and Donovan Wilson to generate pressure. The result was mixed, as the Eagles found success running the ball late to seal the game.
Head coach Brian Schottenheimer, making his Dallas sideline debut, emphasized urgency this week. “This division doesn’t give you time to ease in,” Schottenheimer said. “We’ve got to finish plays and take advantage of opportunities. The Giants are going to bring their best, and so will we.”
Giants Looking to Bounce Back
The Giants’ opener went about as poorly as possible. Traveling to face the Washington Commanders, New York surrendered early momentum and never recovered in a lopsided loss. Offensive miscues plagued the unit, while the defense allowed big plays through the air.
Quarterback Daniel Jones will be under pressure to rebound after struggling with turnovers, an issue that has followed him throughout his career. The Giants’ offensive line, a unit under heavy scrutiny in 2024, again struggled to keep him upright, surrendering multiple sacks to a ferocious Commanders front.
The lone bright spot came from the ground game, as the Giants found some success in spurts with their committee approach, but it was not enough to close the gap. Head coach Brian Daboll knows his team must be sharper in all phases to compete in Arlington. “We have to protect the football, limit mistakes, and play with confidence,” Daboll said. “Dallas is physical, but this is a divisional matchup. Records don’t matter — it’s about who executes.”
Matchup to Watch: Cowboys Secondary vs. Giants Receivers
One of the pivotal battles will come in the passing game. Dallas’ secondary, anchored by Trevon Diggs and Malik Hooker, will look to rebound after giving up key completions against Philadelphia. New York’s receiving corps remains inconsistent, but if Jones can buy time, this could be the area where the Giants test Dallas’ defense.
Series History
Sunday’s game will mark the 124th regular-season meeting between the two franchises. Dallas holds a commanding edge in the series, particularly in recent years, with victories in 12 of the last 14 meetings. The Giants last won in Arlington in 2016, a drought they are eager to end.
NFC East Stakes
Both teams enter Week 2 chasing the Eagles, who sit atop the division after their opener. An 0-2 start would place either the Cowboys or Giants in a precarious spot, with uphill battles awaiting in the weeks to come. For Dallas, a home victory would restore confidence in a season of high expectations. For New York, a road upset could reset the tone of the year.
Outlook
With two frustrated teams set to collide, expect an intense divisional battle. The Cowboys’ extra preparation time and home-field advantage could be the difference, but the Giants’ desperation should not be underestimated.
Prediction: Cowboys 24, Giants 17
