In a tightly contested battle, the Dallas Cowboys fell short against the San Francisco 49ers, losing 30-24 at Levi’s Stadium on Sunday. The defeat drops the Cowboys to a disappointing 3-4 record on the season, raising concerns about their playoff aspirations.
Game Recap
The game was a rollercoaster of emotions, showcasing moments of brilliance and missed opportunities for the Cowboys. Dallas entered halftime with a narrow lead, up 10-6, thanks to a solid defensive effort and timely offensive plays. However, the momentum shifted in the second half as the 49ers began to find their rhythm.
Dak Prescott had a mixed performance, completing 23 of 38 passes for 243 yards, with 2 touchdowns and 2 interceptions. CeeDee Lamb was a standout, hauling in 13 receptions for 146 yards and 2 touchdowns, proving to be a reliable target for Prescott. After falling behind early in the third quarter, Prescott connected with Lamb for a touchdown, igniting hope for a comeback. This score capped a strong 10-play, 70-yard drive that brought Dallas within striking distance, trailing 30-23.
In a surprising turn, running back Ezekiel Elliott started the game after Rico Dowdle was ruled out due to illness. Elliott finished with 10 carries for 34 yards and 1 touchdown, while Dalvin Cook contributed with 6 carries for just 12 yards. The Cowboys struggled to establish their running game overall, finishing with only 56 rushing yards, which hindered their ability to balance the offense and put additional pressure on Prescott.
On the other side, Brock Purdy led the 49ers with a solid outing, completing 18 of 26 passes for 260 yards and 1 touchdown. Purdy also showcased his athleticism by using his legs to make key plays, extending drives and adding a dynamic element to the San Francisco offense. The 49ers amassed a total of 469 yards in offense, dominating the game compared to the Cowboys’ 292 yards.
However, despite their best efforts, the Cowboys couldn’t find a way to secure the win in the final moments. The 49ers proved to be resilient, keeping the pressure on Dallas throughout the game.
Key Moments
A critical turning point came when Prescott threw one of his interceptions, allowing the 49ers to capitalize and extend their lead. San Francisco’s defense played a pivotal role, stifling the Cowboys’ attempts to regain control of the game.
Looking Ahead
With the Cowboys now sitting at 3-4, they remain on the road as they travel to Atlanta to take on the 5-3 Falcons, who are coming off a hard-fought victory against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, winning 31-26. This matchup will be crucial for Dallas as they aim to bounce back and keep their playoff hopes alive. The team must regroup, focusing on tightening their defense and reducing turnovers if they hope to stay in contention.
The loss stings, but the Cowboys still have the talent to turn things around. Fans will be eagerly watching how this team responds in the coming weeks.
Game Recap
The game was a rollercoaster of emotions, showcasing moments of brilliance and missed opportunities for the Cowboys. Dallas entered halftime with a narrow lead, up 10-6, thanks to a solid defensive effort and timely offensive plays. However, the momentum shifted in the second half as the 49ers began to find their rhythm.
Dak Prescott had a mixed performance, completing 23 of 38 passes for 243 yards, with 2 touchdowns and 2 interceptions. CeeDee Lamb was a standout, hauling in 13 receptions for 146 yards and 2 touchdowns, proving to be a reliable target for Prescott. After falling behind early in the third quarter, Prescott connected with Lamb for a touchdown, igniting hope for a comeback. This score capped a strong 10-play, 70-yard drive that brought Dallas within striking distance, trailing 30-23.
In a surprising turn, running back Ezekiel Elliott started the game after Rico Dowdle was ruled out due to illness. Elliott finished with 10 carries for 34 yards and 1 touchdown, while Dalvin Cook contributed with 6 carries for just 12 yards. The Cowboys struggled to establish their running game overall, finishing with only 56 rushing yards, which hindered their ability to balance the offense and put additional pressure on Prescott.
On the other side, Brock Purdy led the 49ers with a solid outing, completing 18 of 26 passes for 260 yards and 1 touchdown. Purdy also showcased his athleticism by using his legs to make key plays, extending drives and adding a dynamic element to the San Francisco offense. The 49ers amassed a total of 469 yards in offense, dominating the game compared to the Cowboys’ 292 yards.
However, despite their best efforts, the Cowboys couldn’t find a way to secure the win in the final moments. The 49ers proved to be resilient, keeping the pressure on Dallas throughout the game.
Key Moments
A critical turning point came when Prescott threw one of his interceptions, allowing the 49ers to capitalize and extend their lead. San Francisco’s defense played a pivotal role, stifling the Cowboys’ attempts to regain control of the game.
Looking Ahead
With the Cowboys now sitting at 3-4, they remain on the road as they travel to Atlanta to take on the 5-3 Falcons, who are coming off a hard-fought victory against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, winning 31-26. This matchup will be crucial for Dallas as they aim to bounce back and keep their playoff hopes alive. The team must regroup, focusing on tightening their defense and reducing turnovers if they hope to stay in contention.
The loss stings, but the Cowboys still have the talent to turn things around. Fans will be eagerly watching how this team responds in the coming weeks.
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00:00It was a tale of two halves, according to wide receiver CeeDee Lamb, when describing
00:08the Cowboys' 30-24 loss to the San Francisco 49ers.
00:13It also happens to be the second straight loss for Dallas this season, something that
00:16cornerback Jordan Lewis says they do their best to avoid losing back-to-back games.
00:21On the other hand, it also happens to be the fourth straight loss to the 49ers for the
00:25Cowboys over these last few seasons.
00:28Veteran players like Lamb and running back Ezekiel Elliott have played the 49ers plenty
00:33of times.
00:34Elliott had his 70th rushing touchdown as a Cowboy and is now third in franchise history,
00:40while Lamb had two touchdowns of his own, surpassing 6,000 career scrimmage yards in
00:44the game.
00:46It was linebacker Demarvion Overshawn's first time playing San Fran.
00:50He said,
00:51We got outplayed.
00:52Picking up all those points in the third quarter really came back to bite us.
00:56Frustrated is what quarterback Dak Prescott said he and the team are feeling right now.
01:01While he threw for two touchdowns, he also had two interceptions.
01:05But he said that the Cowboys have not given up.
01:07Yes, frustrations are very high right now, but it's a long season and there are plenty
01:12of divisional matchups ahead.
01:14The next three of four games are against divisional leaders, so the Cowboys have quite the schedule
01:19in front of them.
01:20For all things Dallas Cowboys, you can tune into Spectrum Cable, Channel 15, on Wednesday
01:24and Thursday nights at 11 for D210 Sports.
01:27I'm Sydney Staples, and you've just been Credentialed.