Cowboys most to blame for dreadful Week 1 Sunday Night Football loss to Giants

The Dallas Cowboys suffered a devastating Week 1 loss to the New York Giants in Sunday Night Football, falling 28-20. The team struggled to find a rhythm on offense and their new defensive scheme failed to provide the necessary support. Quarterback Dak Prescott made a critical error at the end of the first half, allowing New York to score before halftime.

Head coach Brian Schottenheimer acknowledged the team's poor performance, emphasizing that young players making mistakes cost Dallas multiple times during the game. Defensive coordinator DaRon Bland, who signed a $92 million contract in 2025, showed a lack of consistency, contributing to the team's struggles. The Giants' offensive performance was efficient, scoring four touchdowns and icing the game away with only two stops.

The Cowboys will need to significantly improve against the Commanders in Week 2 to turn their season around.