In a contest marred by a series of errors and a flurry of penalty flags, the Dallas Cowboys’ defense delivered a clutch performance in the waning moments, securing a hard-fought 20-17 victory over the Los Angeles Chargers under the bright lights of “Monday Night Football.”
Despite quarterback Justin Herbert’s valiant effort to play through a challenging fractured middle finger on his non-throwing hand, the Los Angeles Chargers stumbled to a 2-3 record for the season. Meanwhile, the Dallas Cowboys surged ahead, attaining a 4-2 record with this hard-earned victory.
Cowboys vs Chargers Match Summary
1st Quarter –
10:31 –
Allen hauled in a 1-yard pass from quarterback Justin Herbert, capping off a promising drive with a touchdown. Cameron Dicker’s precise kick added the extra point, putting the Chargers ahead early in the contest with a 7-0 lead.
Score was Dallas 0 – 7 Chargers.
6:21 –
The excitement escalated at the 6:21 mark as Dak Prescott showcased his running prowess with an impressive 18-yard dash into the end zone. The ensuing extra point by Brandon Aubrey was right on the mark, propelling the team to 7-7.
Score was Dallas 7 – 7 Chargers.
2nd Quarter –
0:00 –
As the game progressed into the second quarter, the action remained intense. With the clock winding down, Brandon Aubrey stepped up and demonstrated his accuracy with a 32-yard field goal attempt just as the second quarter came to a close. The successful kick by Aubrey added three valuable points to the scoreboard, extending their lead to 10-7 as both teams headed into halftime.
Score was Dallas 10 – 7 Chargers.
3rd Quarter –
1:08 –
In the third quarter of this closely contested matchup, the scoreboard saw some action at the 1:08 mark. Cameron Dicker showcased his kicking prowess with a precise 24-yard field goal, demonstrating the team’s ability to score even from a distance. This successful kick added three more points to their tally, and scored the level.
Score was Dallas 10 – 10 Chargers.
4th Quarter –
11:19 –
As the game entered the pivotal fourth quarter, the tension was palpable. The moment arrived at the 11:19 mark when Dak Prescott connected with Brandin Cooks, resulting in a 2-yard pass that culminated in a touchdown. With Brandon Aubrey’s successful extra point, the team bolstered their lead further, now standing at 17-10. This touchdown play showcased the team’s offensive prowess and solidified their control of the game.
Score was Dallas 17 – 10 Chargers.
7:11 –
In a late-game push during the fourth quarter, the excitement continued to build. At the 7:11 mark, Justin Herbert and his team orchestrated a scoring drive that culminated in a 1-yard pass to Gerald Everett, resulting in a touchdown. Again scores were level.
Score was Dallas 17 – 17 Chargers.
2:19 –
Brandon Aubrey once again demonstrated his kicking accuracy. This time, he nailed a 39-yard field goal, adding three more crucial points to their total. With this successful kick, lead Dallas to victory against the Chargers.
Score was Dallas 20 – 17 Chargers.