A Decisive Kick in Overtime
Chad Ryland’s 42-yard field goal in the fifth period provided the final margin of victory as the visiting Arizona Cardinals defeated the host Dallas Cowboys 33-30 on Sunday, November 1, 2026, at AT&T Stadium. The decisive kick came after a missed extra point attempt by the Cardinals left the score tied at 30-30 at the end of regulation.
With 90,763 fans in attendance, the outcome determined that both teams would finish the contest with identical 3-5 records.
Early Dallas Dominance
The Cowboys controlled the first half, building a 14-0 lead. James Mitchell recovered a fumble in the first quarter for a seven-point lead, which Brandon Aubrey extended with a 31-yard field goal in the third quarter. In the second quarter, Dak Prescott connected with Ryan Flournoy on a nine-yard pass for a touchdown.
Despite this early advantage, Dallas failed to score in the fourth quarter or overtime, allowing the Cardinals to mount a significant comeback.
Cardinals Rally and Key Performers
Arizona’s resurgence began in the second quarter when Ryland kicked a 37-yard field goal. The momentum shifted decisively in the third and fourth quarters. Tyler Allgeier rushed for a 63-yard touchdown in the third quarter, and Gardner Minshew II threw three touchdown passes in the fourth quarter to Tyler Allgeier, Trey McBride, and Michael Wilson.
Minshew II finished the game with 188 passing yards on 17 of 23 attempts. Allgeier was the engine of the offense, recording 147 rushing yards on 11 carries, including a touchdown.
Statistical Breakdown
Dak Prescott led the Cowboys with 195 passing yards on 19 of 29 completions and one touchdown. Javonte Williams carried the ball 24 times for 56 yards, while CeeDee Lamb caught seven passes for 58 yards. For Arizona, Michael Wilson had a standout game with eight receptions for 111 yards and a touchdown.
The Cardinals’ ability to convert late drives, including a 13-yard touchdown pass to Wilson that resulted in a failed extra point, set the stage for Ryland’s overtime winner.
Sources
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