Week 1 · 2026
Isaiah Likely’s Big Night Launches Giants Past Dallas
Dallas Cowboys 20 at New York Giants 28
How the Game Began
Isaiah Likely’s Big Night Launches Giants Past Dallas In Week 1 on Sunday night, the New York Giants beat the visiting Dallas Cowboys 28-20 at home. New York moved to 1-0 after the game, while Dallas fell to 0-1. Both teams wanted a fresh start after missing the playoffs last season. The Giants took control first. Jaxson Dart ran 22 yards, and Likely caught a 13-yard pass before Cam Skattebo scored from 3 yards away. Dallas tied it when Dak Prescott hit CeeDee Lamb for a 1-yard touchdown after two pass-interference penalties.
The Deciding Moments
Before halftime, Giants safety Jevon Holland intercepted Prescott near midfield. That gave New York the ball and a chance to take the lead. Dart quickly completed passes to Malik Nabers and Darnell Mooney, then found Likely for a 15-yard touchdown with 20 seconds left. After the break, Dart threw a 2-yard touchdown to Likely for a 21-7 lead. Dallas answered with Javonte Williams’ 1-yard run, but the Giants responded. Dart found Devin Singletary for a 9-yard score, and the Giants later drained the clock after Dallas missed an extra point.
Big Performances and Takeaways
Dart played with calm energy, throwing for 230 yards and three touchdowns while running for 54 yards. Likely led his targets with eight catches for 78 yards and two scores. Nabers added six catches for 69 yards, and Skattebo ran for 81 yards to give New York a physical attack. Dallas showed some fight, but its passing game did not create many big plays. Prescott had 175 passing yards, two touchdowns, and an interception. The Cowboys will regroup against Washington, while the Giants next face the Los Angeles Rams.