The Dallas Cowboys defeated the Washington Commanders 37-20 in Week 2 of the NFL season, with quarterback Dak Prescott delivering a standout performance. Prescott completed 26 of 31 passes for 279 yards and four touchdowns, leading the Cowboys to their first win of the season after a Week 1 loss to the New York Giants.
In the same game, Prescott passed Tony Romo to become the Cowboys’ all-time leader in touchdown passes, finishing with 249 career touchdowns—one more than Romo’s 248 in 156 games. Prescott achieved the milestone in just 141 games, marking a significant milestone in his 11-year tenure with the franchise.
Jerry Jones, owner of the Cowboys, addressed the media following the victory, emphasizing the importance of the win after the team’s slow start. "I can't say that I was a color of strength in my mentality coming into the game," Jones said, per the team’s website. "Having said all of that, this was a very important win for us, important to these guys who put the work in, the coaching staff, for Brian (Schottenheimer), and I'm really proud of them."
Jones also joked about his own role in the team’s success, stating, "Nothing more dangerous than an old man with money," via the Fort Worth Star-Telegram. The Cowboys will travel to Brazil for their Week 3 matchup against the Baltimore Ravens.
Prescott’s performance extended beyond the record-breaking milestone. Wide receiver CeeDee Lamb had a career-high eight receptions for 153 yards and two touchdowns, while tight end Jake Ferguson contributed with multiple receptions. The Cowboys’ offense, which struggled in Week 1, appeared revitalized with Prescott’s precision and the team’s balanced attack.
The victory places the Cowboys at 1-1 on the season, providing momentum as they prepare for their international game in São Paulo. The team’s next challenge comes against the Baltimore Ravens, a matchup that will test their improved form.
Prescott’s rise to the top of the Cowboys’ touchdown list adds to his legacy, though he remains three Super Bowl wins shy of joining Troy Aikman and Roger Staubach—both Hall of Famers and Super Bowl champions—on the franchise’s all-time greats list. The Cowboys, currently listed at +2500 odds to win the Super Bowl at DraftKings, will look to build on this performance as the season progresses.