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Quinnen Williams Stars in Cowboys Debut as Defense Sets Season Lows

Dallas paid premium draft capital with Mazi Smith for an upgrade that now faces tougher opponents.

Overview

  • Dallas beat the Raiders 33-16 and posted its fewest points, total yards and rushing yards allowed this season to reach 4-5-1.
  • Playing 33 of 60 snaps, Williams recorded four tackles, 1.5 sacks, one tackle for loss and a career-high five quarterback hits.
  • Williams said he is still learning teammates’ names and the playbook as he acclimates to his new team.
  • The Cowboys acquired the three-time Pro Bowler from the Jets for a 2027 first-rounder, a 2026 second-rounder and defensive tackle Mazi Smith.
  • The Jets signaled a rebuild by trading veterans such as Sauce Gardner and now hold five first-round picks over the next two drafts, as Dallas turns to the Eagles, Chiefs and Lions next.