Dallas, Texas – The Arizona Cardinals pulled off a dramatic overtime win against the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday, November 1, 2026, at AT&T Stadium. With 90,763 fans in attendance, the game was decided when Cardinals kicker Chad Ryland nailed a 42‑yard field goal to break a 30‑30 deadlock.
Overtime Heroics
After the Cardinals missed an extra point on their final drive of regulation, the score remained tied. In overtime, Ryland’s successful kick gave Arizona a three‑point lead, sealing the 33‑30 victory. The decisive play highlighted the importance of special‑teams execution in close contests.
Fourth‑Quarter Comeback
The Cardinals trailed 24‑17 entering the fourth quarter but rallied behind quarterback Gardner Minshew II. Minshew connected with running back Tyler Allgeier on a 5‑yard touchdown pass to knot the game at 24‑24. The Cowboys answered with a 35‑yard field goal by Brandon Aubrey, reclaiming a three‑point edge.
Arizona responded quickly, as Minshew delivered a 14‑yard touchdown pass to tight end Trey McBride. Dallas tied it again with a 41‑yard field goal from Aubrey, sending the contest into overtime.
Key Performers
Minshew out‑performed Dak Prescott in the passing game, completing 17 of 23 attempts for 188 yards and three touchdowns, while Prescott completed 19 of 29 for 195 yards and one touchdown. On the ground, Allgeier shone for the Cardinals, rushing for 147 yards on just 11 carries and scoring once. Prescott added a 5‑yard rushing touchdown for Dallas.
In the receiving corps, Michael Wilson recorded eight catches for 111 yards and a touchdown, while Cowboys’ CeeDee Lamb led his team with seven receptions for 58 yards. Dallas also saw Javonte Williams contribute 56 rushing yards on 24 carries.
Game Flow and Context
The contest began with the Cowboys taking an early 7‑0 lead after a fumble recovery by James Mitchell. Dallas extended the margin to 14‑0 in the second quarter via a 9‑yard pass from Prescott to Ryan Flournoy. Arizona narrowed the gap with a 37‑yard field goal by Ryland, making it 14‑3.
In the third quarter, the Cowboys pushed the lead to 17‑10 after Aubrey’s 31‑yard field goal, but Allgeier’s 63‑yard rushing touchdown brought the Cardinals within striking distance. Both teams entered the game with identical 3‑5 records, making the win a pivotal mid‑season statement for Arizona.
Looking Ahead
While the matchup had no playoff implications, the victory gives the Cardinals momentum as they seek to improve their standing in the NFC West. The Cowboys, despite the loss, demonstrated resilience and will look to bounce back in their next outing.
Fans and local sports enthusiasts can expect both teams to continue fighting for better records as the season progresses, with the Dallas‑area crowd once again treated to a high‑scoring, edge‑of‑the‑seat football experience.
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