In a clash of offensive powerhouses, the Dallas Cowboys and Miami Dolphins, both standing at 10-4, engaged in a defensive battle that culminated in a dramatic finish. The Dolphins clinched a playoff spot with a nail-biting 22-20 victory, marking their consecutive postseason appearance for the first time since 1997-2001.
The game witnessed a field goal showdown, with seven successful kicks between the two teams. Despite a go-ahead touchdown by Cowboys' quarterback Dak Prescott to wide receiver Brandin Cooks, the Dolphins had the final say. Jason Sanders sealed the win with a game-winning 29-yard field goal as time expired.
The pivotal moment came early in the game when the Cowboys fumbled a handoff between Prescott and fullback Hunter Luepke near the Dolphins' goal line. The missed opportunity to secure an early lead altered the course of the game.
Miami's consistency proved decisive, with Sanders contributing five field goals, including a career-long 57-yarder. The Dolphins executed with precision, converting drives into points and securing the win.
The Cowboys, plagued by the early fumble and offensive struggles, made a late surge with 13 points in the final three possessions. However, their inability to capitalize earlier in the game contributed to the defeat.
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Looking ahead, the Dolphins face the top-seeded Baltimore Ravens in Week 17, while the Cowboys return home to take on the NFC North champion Detroit Lions. The Dolphins' playoff journey continues, while the Cowboys face challenges in the NFC East race unless the Philadelphia Eagles stumble down the stretch.
