Cleveland, OH
Sep 8, 2024
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The Dallas Cowboys kicked off their season with a commanding 33-17 victory over the Cleveland Browns in Cleveland. Fresh off signing a historic four-year, $240 million contract, Dak Prescott wasted no time making an impact. In the first quarter, his 21-yard touchdown pass to Brandin Cooks set the tone. The Cowboys built a 20-3 halftime lead, showcasing versatile plays, including a pivotal 34-yard connection to CeeDee Lamb. Ezekiel Elliott, reunited with Dallas after a season with New England, continued the momentum with a 3-yard touchdown run in the second quarter. Prescott, showcasing precision, completed 19 of 32 passes for 179 yards, remaining sidelined much of the second half as the Cowboys cruised.
Special teams and defense secured the Cowboys' victory. Brandon Aubrey's foot was crucial, hitting key field goals that widened the lead. Notably, KaVontae Turpin's unforgettable 60-yard punt return for a touchdown bolstered Dallas' command. Cleveland's Deshaun Watson, returning from injury, faced overwhelming pressure, sacked six times, and intercepted twice by the suffocating Dallas defense, including an athletic pick from Eric Kendricks. Watson's late-game struggles highlighted the Browns' faltering offense, marred by penalties and protection woes. Despite Jerry Jeudy's touchdown reception and Jerome Ford's fourth-quarter touchdown run, it was too little too late against the dominant Cowboys.
Brandin Cooks (DAL)
Brandin Cooks capitalized on a defensive miscommunication, receiving a perfectly placed pass from Dak Prescott, scoring a 21-yard touchdown, setting an aggressive pace for Dallas.
Micah Parsons (DAL)
Micah Parsons showcased his dominance early, delivering a critical sack on Deshaun Watson, stifling Cleveland's momentum and boosting Dallas' defensive confidence.
KaVontae Turpin (DAL)
KaVontae Turpin electrified the game with a scintillating 60-yard punt return, extending Dallas' lead to a seemingly insurmountable margin.
Dustin Hopkins (CLE)
Dustin Hopkins launched a 51-yard field goal, securing Cleveland's first points of the game, though ultimately unable to maintain early momentum.
Jerome Ford (CLE)
Jerome Ford powered through for a 2-yard touchdown, closing out Cleveland's scoring with a determined effort.
Eric Kendricks (DAL)
Eric Kendricks intercepted Deshaun Watson after Micah Parsons deflected a pass, a defining moment underscoring Dallas' defensive tenacity.
Dak Prescott (DAL, QB)
Prescott orchestrated a precise offensive attack, enjoying the rewards of a record contract. His leadership, highlighted by a touchdown pass to Cooks, left Dallas in command early.
Ezekiel Elliott (DAL, RB)
Elliott's return to Dallas was marked by power and poise, culminating in a pivotal touchdown that bolstered the Cowboys' confident first-half performance.
KaVontae Turpin (DAL, WR)
Turpin's explosive punt return was a clear indicator of special teams excellence, adding to Cleveland's growing woes and reinforcing Dallas' lead.
Eric Kendricks (DAL, LB)
Kendricks was instrumental in disrupting Cleveland's plans, securing an interception and delivering high-impact tackles throughout.
Brandon Aubrey (DAL, K)
Aubrey was Dallas' reliable kicker, connecting on four field goals and nearly tying the NFL record, exemplifying accuracy and consistency.
Dallas Cowboys
7
13
10
3
33
Cleveland Browns
3
0
7
7
17
