Cowboys do something for the first time in almost a decade

On August 15, 2026, in Seattle, Washington, the Dallas Cowboys claimed their first victory of the preseason. This marked a significant milestone for the team, as it had been nearly a decade since they had won the first game of any preseason since the Pro Football Hall of Fame Game in 2017. The team's head coach, Jerry Jones, had been part of the Hall of Fame class at that time.

Following their hard-fought win against the Seattle Seahawks, the Cowboys' winning streak in preseason games was officially reset. The following is a list of the Cowboys' preseason opener results between 2017 and 2025. The Cowboys suffered a loss in each of those years, except for the 2026 season where they emerged victorious with a score of 1-0.

While preseason results may not hold much weight in terms of wins and losses, the Cowboys certainly appreciated the taste of victory.