NFL world reacts to Cowboys’ insane SNF performance

The Dallas Cowboys have had a string of disappointments and heartbreaks in recent years, but they appear poised to be a serious Super Bowl contender this season.

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The Cowboys defeated the division-rival New York Giants 40-0 in the first Sunday Night Football game of the 2023 NFL season.

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The Cowboys annihilated a Giants squad that had won an away playoff game in January.

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The first touchdown of the game summed up the rest of the night for both teams. In the first quarter, a field goal attempt by Giants kicker Graham Gano resulted in a Cowboys touchdown.

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Before halftime, the game appeared to be way out of hand. Dallas led 26-0 with 8:03 left in the second quarter.

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With the score 40-0, many backups joined the game, including Dallas quarterback Cooper Rush, who replaced starter Dak Prescott.

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"This is wild," NBC color commentator Cris Collinsworth exclaimed in the fourth quarter. I mean, it's insane. [The Cowboys] are annihilating the Giants. RUINING THEM. Some of these hits tonight have been incredible."

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In addition to the shutout, the Cowboys had seven sacks on Giants quarterback Daniel Jones, two interceptions, one pick-six, one blocked field goal for a touchdown, and five forced fumbles.

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The Dallas defense had a "all-time performance," according to the NFL's official Twitter account, and it's difficult to argue with that.

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According to ESPN, the Cowboys are the first NFL team in the last 24 years to open the season with a road shutout of at least 40 points.

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