Cowboys celebrate 32nd Turkey Day triumph by feasting on Giants
The Cowboys got a big helping of victory on Thanksgiving, winning on Turkey Day for the 32nd time in franchise history.
The Cowboys have played on Thanksgiving since 1966 and defeated the New York Giants, 28-20, in their 55th Thanksgiving game.
Although the Cowboys won, they stumbled out of the gate. Dak Prescott threw two interceptions, and they fell behind 10-7 at halftime. Dalton Schultz sparked a third-quarter rally, catching two touchdown passes. Prescott finished with 261 yards and a 91.1 passer rating.
The defense remained stalwart throughout the second half, surrendering one touchdown. It minimized the impact of Giants star running back Saquon Barkley. Barkley rushed for only 39 yards on 11 carries, his second-lowest total in rushing yards this season.
The win represents a pivotal point for the Cowboys (8-3) because the Giants (7-4) nipped at their heels in the NFC East standings. Sweeping the Giants in the divisional series separates them, improving their strong playoff chances.
Per the New York Times' playoff predictor, the Cowboys' playoff odds stand at 99 percent, the second-best in the division behind the Eagles (9-1).
Also, it snaps a three-game losing streak on Turkey Day, helping them avoid the longest losing streak in Cowboys history, sweetening the victory.
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