Dallas Cowboys vs Washington Commanders Match Player Stats: Complete Box Score & Game Analysis
The Dallas Cowboys survived a ferocious defensive onslaught from the Washington Commanders to escape with a 30–23 victory in a heated NFC East divisional clash. It was a game defined by big plays on both sides — a monster rushing performance from an underrated Commanders back, a jaw-dropping special teams touchdown, and one of the most disruptive individual defensive efforts of the season. If you’re looking for every number, every player, and every key moment — this is the only breakdown you need.
Complete Dallas Cowboys vs Washington Commanders match player stats breakdown — Dak Prescott’s 307-yard game, Jer’Zhan Newton’s 3-sack masterclass, and full box score tables below.
Game Summary: Cowboys Outlast Commanders 30–23
In one of the more evenly matched NFC East matchups this season, Dallas and Washington traded punches all four quarters. The Cowboys brought their passing attack and special teams explosiveness. Washington answered with a ferocious defensive front and a ground game that should have won them this game on a different night. In the end, it was Dallas’s efficiency in the red zone and a couple of backbreaking big plays that made the difference. Let’s go position-by-position, unit-by-unit, stat table-by-stat table.
Dallas Cowboys — Full Player Stats Breakdown
Dak Prescott — Passing Stats
Dak Prescott had a performance that will divide fan opinion. On one hand, 307 yards, 2 touchdowns, zero interceptions — efficient enough to win. On the other hand, he was sacked six times for a total of 38 lost yards, which is alarming for an offensive line that has been inconsistent all season. His 59.4 QBR was decent without being dominant. Washington’s pass rush, led by Jer’Zhan Newton, made life genuinely uncomfortable for Prescott in the pocket.
| Player | C/ATT | YDS | AVG | TD | INT | SACKS | QBR | RTG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dak Prescott #4 | 19/37 | 307 | 8.3 | 2 | 0 | 6–38 | 59.4 | 97.5 |
| TEAM | 19/37 | 269 | 8.3 | 2 | 0 | 6–38 | — | 97.5 |
Note: Team passing yards (269) differ from Prescott’s individual total (307) due to sack yardage deductions in team totals — a standard NFL stat adjustment.
Dak showed great pocket presence at times, delivering accurate throws under pressure, but the offensive line’s inability to keep Washington’s interior rushers off him remains a legitimate concern heading into the stretch run of the season.
Dallas Cowboys — Rushing Stats
Dallas’s ground game was one of the quiet stories of this matchup. The Cowboys churned out 211 rushing yards on 44 carries — a 4.8 yards-per-carry average that reflects genuine running game efficiency. Malik Davis carried the load like a workhorse, and Javonte Williams punched in the crucial touchdown. This was a balanced, disciplined running attack.
| Player | CAR | YDS | AVG | TD | LONG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malik Davis #43 | 20 | 103 | 5.2 | 0 | 21 |
| Javonte Williams #33 | 13 | 54 | 4.2 | 1 | 9 |
| Hunter Luepke #40 | 7 | 30 | 4.3 | 0 | 8 |
| Dak Prescott #4 | 4 | 24 | 6.0 | 0 | 12 |
| TEAM | 44 | 211 | 4.8 | 1 | 21 |
Malik Davis deserves serious credit here. 103 yards on 20 carries isn’t flashy, but it’s the kind of grinding production that keeps defenses honest and ball-control offenses moving. Javonte Williams was the red-zone weapon — 54 yards and the touchdown. Dak Prescott’s 4 scrambles for 24 yards also show his willingness to extend plays when the pocket collapses.
Dallas Cowboys — Receiving Stats
The Cowboys spread the ball effectively across their roster. KaVontae Turpin delivered the game’s biggest offensive play — an 86-yard touchdown reception that flipped field position and momentum simultaneously. George Pickens continued to justify his acquisition, and CeeDee Lamb, while held to modest yardage, remained the focal point of the defense’s attention (10 targets).
| Player | REC | YDS | AVG | TD | LONG | TGT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KaVontae Turpin #9 | 1 | 86 | 86.0 | 1 | 86 | 1 |
| George Pickens #3 | 4 | 78 | 19.5 | 0 | 21 | 5 |
| CeeDee Lamb #88 | 5 | 46 | 9.2 | 0 | 24 | 10 |
| Brevyn Spann-Ford #89 | 1 | 31 | 31.0 | 0 | 31 | 2 |
| Jalen Tolbert #1 | 4 | 31 | 7.8 | 0 | 14 | 8 |
| Luke Schoonmaker #86 | 2 | 15 | 7.5 | 0 | 10 | 2 |
| Hunter Luepke #40 | 1 | 14 | 14.0 | 0 | 14 | 1 |
| Jake Ferguson #87 | 1 | 6 | 6.0 | 1 | 6 | 2 |
| TEAM | 19 | 307 | 16.2 | 2 | 86 | 36 |
The Turpin touchdown is the standout highlight — one catch, one play, six points. That’s the definition of an explosive playmaker. Meanwhile, Jake Ferguson’s short touchdown reception shows Dallas’s ability to manufacture red-zone scores even when drives are otherwise imperfect. The most underrated number here? CeeDee Lamb’s 10 targets — Washington respected him enough to bracket him, which is precisely why other options like Pickens and Turpin got clean looks.
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Dallas Cowboys — Defensive Stats
Washington’s pass rush gets all the headlines after this game, and rightfully so. But Dallas’s defense also performed admirably — holding Washington’s offense to zero passing touchdowns and generating consistent pressure despite facing a game-managing quarterback.
| Player | TOT | SOLO | SACKS | TFL | PD | QB HTS | TD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shemar James #50 | 6 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Shavon Revel Jr. #34 | 6 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Reddy Steward #27 | 5 | 2 | 0.5 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Jadeveon Clowney #42 | 4 | 3 | 1.5 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| Donovan Wilson #6 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Quinnen Williams #92 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Kenneth Murray Jr. #59 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| James Houston #53 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Markquese Bell #14 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Sam Williams #54 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| TEAM | 52 | 23 | 2 | 6 | 3 | 6 | 0 |
Jadeveon Clowney was Dallas’s best pass rusher with 1.5 sacks and 3 TFL — showing he still has significant juice as a veteran edge presence. The team’s 6 quarterback hits demonstrates sustained pressure even if the sack totals could have been higher.
Dallas Cowboys — Kicking & Special Teams
| Player | FG | PCT | LONG | XP | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brandon Aubrey #17 | 3/4 | 75.0% | 52 | 3/3 | 12 |
| TEAM | 3/4 | 75.0% | 52 | 3/3 | 12 |
| Player (Kick Returns) | NO | YDS | AVG | LONG | TD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KaVontae Turpin #9 | 5 | 115 | 23.0 | 26 | 0 |
| TEAM | 5 | 115 | 23.0 | 26 | 0 |
| Player (Punting) | NO | YDS | AVG | TB | IN 20 | LONG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bryan Anger #5 | 1 | 53 | 53.0 | 0 | 0 | 53 |
Brandon Aubrey missed one field goal but converted a critical 52-yarder and remained a dependable source of points throughout. Only needing to punt once is also a testament to how well Dallas controlled the game’s flow on offense.
Washington Commanders — Full Player Stats Breakdown
Josh Johnson — Passing Stats
Washington lined up Josh Johnson #14 at quarterback — and the veteran backup gave them a respectable performance. He was accurate (15-of-23), protected the football (zero interceptions), and posted a solid 92.3 passer rating. But with zero passing touchdowns and being contained by Dallas’s secondary, Johnson simply couldn’t manufacture the scoring plays Washington needed to put the game away. He was sacked twice for 8 yards.
| Player | C/ATT | YDS | AVG | TD | INT | SACKS | QBR | RTG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Josh Johnson #14 | 15/23 | 198 | 8.6 | 0 | 0 | 1–8 | 21.3 | 92.3 |
| Treylon Burks #13 | 0/0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0 | 1–0 | 0.7 | 0.0 |
| TEAM | 15/23 | 190 | 8.6 | 0 | 0 | 2–8 | — | 92.3 |
Johnson’s 21.3 QBR tells a more honest story than his passer rating — he was efficient but not impactful. For a team that needed to outscore Dallas, clean passing stats without touchdowns simply weren’t enough.
Washington Commanders — Rushing Stats
This is where Washington absolutely dominated. The Commanders’ ground game was electric — 138 yards on just 16 carries at a breathtaking 8.6 yards per carry average. Jacory Croskey-Merritt turned in one of the most exciting individual rushing performances you’ll see this season.
| Player | CAR | YDS | AVG | TD | LONG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jacory Croskey-Merritt #22 | 11 | 105 | 9.5 | 2 | 72 |
| Deebo Samuel #1 | 2 | 25 | 12.5 | 0 | 29 |
| Josh Johnson #14 | 2 | 10 | 5.0 | 0 | 5 |
| Jeremy McNichols #26 | 1 | -2 | -2.0 | 0 | -2 |
| TEAM | 16 | 138 | 8.6 | 2 | 72 |
Jacory Croskey-Merritt is the name every NFL fan needs to have on their radar after this performance. 105 yards on 11 carries — a 9.5 average — with 2 rushing touchdowns and a 72-yard run that was the longest play of the game. That is a breakout performance in every sense of the word. Deebo Samuel’s 12.5 yards-per-carry contribution as a jet sweep/runner confirms why Washington’s creativity with him in motion is genuinely dangerous.
Washington Commanders — Receiving Stats
Washington’s receiving corps was competent but not explosive. Terry McLaurin continued his role as the team’s most reliable weapon, while Deebo Samuel added big-play ability in the passing game as well.
| Player | REC | YDS | AVG | TD | LONG | TGT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deebo Samuel #1 | 2 | 68 | 34.0 | 0 | 41 | 4 |
| Terry McLaurin #17 | 5 | 63 | 12.6 | 0 | 16 | 7 |
| Ben Sinnott #82 | 3 | 29 | 9.7 | 0 | 12 | 4 |
| Chris Moore #19 | 1 | 15 | 15.0 | 0 | 15 | 1 |
| Jeremy McNichols #26 | 3 | 12 | 4.0 | 0 | 7 | 3 |
| Treylon Burks #13 | 1 | 11 | 11.0 | 0 | 11 | 2 |
| TEAM | 15 | 198 | 13.2 | 0 | 41 | 21 |
Deebo Samuel averaged a jaw-dropping 34.0 yards per reception — those 2 catches for 68 yards represent exactly the kind of explosive production Washington was hoping to unlock when they brought him in. Terry McLaurin was his steady, reliable self — 5 catches, 63 yards, nothing flashy but everything dependable. The absence of a receiving touchdown from anyone on this list is the critical gap that cost Washington the game.
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Washington Commanders — Defensive Stats
Washington’s defense was the best unit on the field for either team. They sacked Dak Prescott six times, recorded 11 quarterback hits, forced consistent incompletions, and held one of the NFL’s best passing attacks to no touchdowns in the first half. This is a defense that will cause problems for every offense it faces the rest of this season.
| Player | TOT | SOLO | SACKS | TFL | PD | QB HTS | TD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bobby Wagner #54 | 10 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Will Harris #3 | 10 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Jer’Zhan Newton #95 | 9 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 5 | 0 |
| Javon Kinlaw #99 | 7 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Frankie Luvu #4 | 7 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Jeremy Reaves #39 | 6 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Mike Sainristil #0 | 6 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Noah Igbinoghene #6 | 6 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Ricky Barber #66 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Jalyn Holmes #96 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Jordan Magee #58 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Von Miller #24 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Preston Smith #52 | 2 | 0 | 0.5 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| TEAM | 95 | 45 | 6 | 4 | 8 | 11 | 0 |
Jer’Zhan Newton #95 was the undisputed MVP of this game. Three sacks. Five quarterback hits. Two tackles for loss. Nine total tackles. That is a historically dominant individual performance from an interior defensive lineman — the kind of stat line that gets players Pro Bowl mentions. Newton consistently beat double teams, collapsed the pocket, and made Prescott’s life miserable from start to finish.
Bobby Wagner and Will Harris both recorded 10 total tackles each — a reminder that Washington’s linebacker and safety depth is genuinely excellent. Von Miller with 1 sack shows he still belongs on an NFL roster. The 8 pass deflections as a team is an especially impressive figure — Washington didn’t just rush the passer, they covered downfield too.
Washington Commanders — Kicking & Special Teams
| Player | FG | PCT | LONG | XP | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jake Moody #16 | 3/3 | 100.0% | 51 | 2/2 | 11 |
| TEAM | 3/3 | 100.0% | 51 | 2/2 | 11 |
| Player (Kick Returns) | NO | YDS | AVG | LONG | TD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chase Edmonds #38 | 4 | 90 | 22.5 | 27 | 0 |
| Chris Moore #19 | 1 | 33 | 33.0 | 33 | 0 |
| TEAM | 5 | 123 | 24.6 | 33 | 0 |
| Player (Punting) | NO | YDS | AVG | TB | IN 20 | LONG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tress Way #10 | 3 | 130 | 43.3 | 0 | 3 | 53 |
Jake Moody was perfect — 3-for-3 on field goals including a 51-yarder. His 100% conversion rate ensured Washington stayed within striking distance throughout. Tress Way pinned all 3 of his punts inside the Dallas 20-yard line — that is an elite performance from a veteran punter who consistently wins the field position battle.
Head-to-Head Team Stats Comparison
| Category | Dallas Cowboys | Washington Commanders |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 30 | 23 |
| Passing Yards | 307 | 198 |
| Rushing Yards | 211 | 138 |
| Total Yards | 518 | 336 |
| Completions/Attempts | 19/37 | 15/23 |
| Touchdowns | 3 | 2 |
| Interceptions | 0 | 0 |
| Sacks Allowed | 6 | 2 |
| QB Hits Taken | 11 | 6 |
| Pass Deflections | 3 | 8 |
| Total Tackles | 52 | 95 |
| Team Sacks | 2 | 6 |
| Field Goals Made | 3/4 | 3/3 |
The numbers paint a clear picture: Dallas won the scoreboard, Washington won the line of scrimmage on defense. If Jer’Zhan Newton and Washington’s front seven could have produced even one more scoring drive — or if Josh Johnson had managed one passing touchdown — this game ends very differently.
5 Biggest Takeaways from Cowboys vs Commanders
1. Jer’Zhan Newton is a legitimate star. His 3-sack, 5-QB-hit, 2-TFL performance was elite in every way. If Washington builds around that interior defensive line, they have the makings of a genuinely scary unit.
2. KaVontae Turpin is Dallas’s most explosive playmaker. One target, one catch, one touchdown, 86 yards. He changes games in a single snap — and that kind of big-play ability is invaluable.
3. Jacory Croskey-Merritt deserves a bigger role. A 72-yard run, 105 yards total, 2 touchdowns — on only 11 carries. Washington needs to feed this man the ball.
4. Washington needs a legitimate starting quarterback. Josh Johnson managed the game well, but Washington’s offensive ceiling with a backup QB is simply too low to consistently compete for wins against playoff-caliber teams.
5. Dallas’s offensive line is a real problem. Six sacks surrendered to one defense is not a one-week blip — it’s a pattern that needs to be addressed immediately if Dak Prescott is going to stay healthy and productive.
Final Score
| Team | Score |
|---|---|
| Dallas Cowboys | 30 |
| Washington Commanders 🇺🇸 | 23 |
