Dak Prescott Sets Franchise Record With Four Touchdown Passes as Cowboys Defeat Commanders
In Arlington, Texas, Dak Prescott threw four touchdown passes, breaking a franchise record, as the Dallas Cowboys defeated the Washington Commanders 37-20. The Commanders' quarterback, Jayden Daniels, sustained an elbow injury during the game.
Evansville, IN, September 20, 2026 —
The Dallas Cowboys secured a significant victory over the Washington Commanders on Sunday, with quarterback Dak Prescott etching his name in franchise history. In a game played in Arlington, Texas, Prescott delivered a standout performance, throwing four touchdown passes to lead the Cowboys to a 37-20 win. This performance shattered a long-standing franchise record for touchdown passes in a single game.
The offensive output from Prescott was central to the Cowboys’ dominant showing. The four touchdown passes not only secured the win but also surpassed previous records held within the Dallas Cowboys organization, though specific details of the record broken were not provided in the summary. The team’s overall score reached 37 points, overwhelming the Commanders’ offense.
Conversely, the Washington Commanders faced setbacks during the contest. Their quarterback, Jayden Daniels, sustained an elbow injury. The extent of the injury and its potential impact on future games were not detailed in the provided summary. The Commanders managed to score 20 points but were unable to overcome the Cowboys’ offensive strength and Prescott’s record-setting performance.
The victory marks a notable achievement for the Dallas Cowboys and their quarterback, highlighting a key moment in their season. The Commanders, meanwhile, will face uncertainty regarding their quarterback’s health following the injury.
Story summarized from the original created by SCHUYLER DIXON, Associated Press on www.tristatehomepage.com, see more information here.
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