Overview
- The New York Giants beat the Dallas Cowboys 28-20 at MetLife Stadium, a victory that launched John Harbaugh’s first regular-season game as Giants head coach on Sunday and energized players and fans.
- Quarterback Jaxson Dart completed 23 of 29 passes for 230 yards and three touchdowns, using short, high-percentage throws to manage the game and protect the football.
- Malik Nabers returned from knee surgery to catch six passes for 69 yards and Isaiah Likely had eight receptions for 78 yards and two touchdowns, showing the planned, limited reintegration of Nabers and strong tight end play.
- New York emphasized a ground attack with 37 rushes for 165 yards and a 36:40 time of possession while the defense held Dallas to 69 rushing yards on 18 carries, reflecting a clear shift to physical, complementary football.
- Owner John Mara awarded Harbaugh a game ball in the locker room as a visible vote of confidence, but coaches and analysts stress this result is an early data point that must be sustained in the weeks ahead.