Cowboys vs. Buccaneers: Dallas Delivers Setback to Tampa Bay’s Playoff Hopes

Dallas Cowboys beat the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 26-24 in a thrilling Sunday Night Football clash.

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A Chaotic Finish

With 1:41 left and the Buccaneers trailing by two, Baker Mayfield tried to make a play. But a forced fumble by Cowboys' Jourdan Lewis ended Tampa Bay's comeback hopes.

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After Mayfield’s fumble, Cowboys cornerback Jourdan Lewis stripped the ball, and DaRon Bland recovered it at Tampa Bay's 31-yard line. Dallas held on to win.

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Cooper Rush’s Career Night

Cowboys QB Cooper Rush had a standout performance, throwing for a career-high 226 yards in the first half and finishing with 292 yards and a touchdown.

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The Buccaneers started slowly, turning the ball over on downs and failing to convert on key opportunities. A dropped pass by Sterling Shepard hurt their opening drive.

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Dallas Takes Control in the First Half

Dallas took advantage, scoring 10 straight points, including a touchdown run by Ezekiel Elliott and a 58-yard field goal from Brandon Aubrey to lead 23-14 at halftime.

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Both teams’ defenses tightened up in the second half. The Cowboys managed just 68 yards in the final two quarters, while Tampa Bay gained only 60 yards in their first three drives.

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Mayfield’s Final Attempt

Baker Mayfield threw an interception on a deep shot. but later completed 9 straight passes for 87 yards. He capped off the drive with a touchdown to Ryan Miller, making it a 2-point game.

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Playoff Hopes Dashed for Tampa Bay

Tampa Bay’s playoff hopes took a hit, dropping them into a tie with Atlanta in the NFC South. The Cowboys (7-8) won their fourth game in five weeks, while the Bucs (8-7) now face tough competition for the division lead.

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