ARLINGTON, Texas (Sept. 14, 2025) — Dak Prescott wasn’t thinking about his personal dominance over the New York Giants in the moment, nor about handing first-year head coach Brian Schottenheimer his maiden victory. Instead, Prescott was locked into survival mode during a frantic finish that showcased everything the NFL’s fiercest rivalries deliver.

Brandon Aubrey drilled a 46-yard field goal as time expired in overtime — just after nailing a 64-yarder to close regulation — to lift the Dallas Cowboys to a dramatic 40-37 victory over the Giants at AT&T Stadium. The win extended Dallas’ stranglehold in the series, now a nine-game winning streak, and preserved Prescott’s perfect run against New York since 2016. This thrilling victory further cements the Dallas Cowboys’ position as a powerhouse in the NFL.

“It was the epitome of resiliency,” Prescott said afterward. “Coach Schottenheimer deserved that first win, and this one, none of us will ever forget.”

Prescott vs. Wilson: Heavyweight Bout

What began as a penalty-laden grind morphed into one of the wildest finishes in recent Cowboys-Giants history. Russell Wilson, in just his second start in blue, delivered one of his finest performances — 450 yards passing (second-most of his career), three touchdowns, and ice in his veins until a costly overtime interception swung momentum.

Wilson’s last miscue — a pressured deep ball picked off by safety Donovan Wilson — set up Dallas’ game-winning drive. Prescott scrambled for 14 yards on third down to move the chains, allowing Aubrey to seal history as the first kicker in league annals to hit game-tying and game-winning field goals in the same contest.

“I’ve been part of a lot of crazy games,” Wilson said. “I don’t know if I’ve been part of one that wild. That was like a 17-round fight.”

A Fourth Quarter for the Ages

The final 12 minutes of regulation featured five consecutive go-ahead touchdowns. Rookie Cam Skattebo gave New York the edge on a short plunge, only for Miles Sanders to answer with a four-yard score for Dallas.

Wilson countered with a breathtaking 32-yard strike to Wan’Dale Robinson on fourth down, but Prescott marched the Cowboys back and connected with newcomer George Pickens for his first Dallas touchdown in the final minute.

When Wilson hit rookie star Malik Nabers in the corner of the end zone with 25 seconds left, the Giants appeared poised to snap their skid. But Prescott calmly led Dallas into position for Aubrey’s monster 64-yard boot, setting up overtime theatrics.

Penalties Pile Up

While the fireworks took center stage late, miscues dominated much of the evening. New York committed 14 penalties for 160 yards — its most since 1947 — highlighted by backup tackle James Hudson III drawing four flags in six snaps on the opening drive. Dallas wasn’t immune either, racking up 12 penalties for 106 yards in a game marred by yellow laundry before its chaotic finish.

Stars Shine Bright

• Malik Nabers (NYG): 9 catches, 167 yards, 2 TDs — just shy of a career high.

• Wan’Dale Robinson (NYG): Career-best 142 yards on 8 receptions and 1 TD.

• CeeDee Lamb (DAL): Fourth straight 100-yard outing, finishing with 112 and clutch grabs down the stretch.

• Dak Prescott (DAL): 38-of-52, 361 yards, 2 TDs, 1 INT, plus 14 critical rushing yards in overtime.

• Russell Wilson (NYG): 30-of-41, 450 yards, 3 TDs, 1 INT.

What It Means

Dallas improves to 1-1, avoiding an 0-2 start while extending its mastery over New York. For Schottenheimer, the son of coaching legend Marty Schottenheimer, the moment was especially poignant.

“Cool way to win your first game,” the rookie head coach said. “I’ll remember this one forever.”

The Giants, meanwhile, fall to 0-2 despite Wilson’s heroics, undone by penalties and a missed opportunity in overtime.

The Cowboys next turn their attention to another NFC East test, while New York searches for answers in hopes of salvaging its season before the hole gets deeper.