Philadelphia Eagles edge Dallas Cowboys 24-20 in fiery NFL season opener
The NFL’s grand return did not disappoint. The 2025 campaign kicked off at Lincoln Financial Field with chaos, contestation, and a finish that had suckers on the edge of their seats.
The Philadelphia Eagles scraped past the Dallas Cowboys 24- 20 in a match brimming with drama.
Before a single play had even unfolded, tempers flared. Eagles defensive tackle Jalen Carter was sensationally ejected after appearing to spit towards Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott.
It was a jaw-dropping moment, especially given the stage. “Quotes remain unchanged.”
The opening two quarters were nothing short of electric. Both sides leaned on the ground game. Dallas running back Javonte Williams charged in for two touchdowns. Not to be outdone, Jalen Hurts matched him stride for stride with two rushing scores of his own.
Saquon Barkley added to the Eagles’ tally, while Brandon Aubrey’s booming 53-yard field goal ensured the Cowboys stayed in touch. Halftime arrived with everything to play for.
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The tempo shifted after the break. Dallas rookie Marshawn Kneeland grabbed his first career sack, a proud moment dampened only by Philadelphia answering with a field goal.
Momentum seemed to swing the Cowboys’ way when Miles Sanders exploded for a 49-yard dash. But deep in the red zone, disaster struck. He fumbled. The turnover killed the drive and with the heavens opening, the game was halted for more than an hour by a weather delay.
The clash mirrored the intensity seen in other NFL season openers, where momentum can shift in an instant.
When play resumed, the defences took control. Dallas’ unit bent but refused to break, repeatedly halting the Eagles short of the line. Yet the Cowboys’ offence lacked the spark to turn stops into points.
In the end, Philadelphia’s grit proved enough. They clung to a narrow 24-20 victory, beginning their Super Bowl defence with a statement win over their oldest rivals.
For fans tracking NFL results, this was more than just a scoreline. It was a reminder of how unforgiving the league can be. One mistake. One turnover. One flash of indiscipline, all capable of defining a contest.
The Eagles now march forward with confidence. The Cowboys, meanwhile, are left to stew on what might have been.
