Texans Defeat Cowboys 34-10 in Dallas

In a dominant performance, the Houston Texans defeated the Dallas Cowboys 34-10, marking their first victory at AT&T Stadium. The game turned on a pivotal play where Texans defensive end Derek Barnett executed a strip-sack on quarterback Cooper Rush, leading to a fumble that was initially recovered by Cowboys lineman Tyler Guyton. However, Guyton was stripped by Texans safety Jalen Pitre, allowing Barnett to scoop up the loose ball and score a 28-yard touchdown, extending the Texans' lead to 27-10. The Cowboys, now at 3-7, struggled throughout the season with injuries, particularly to quarterback Dak Prescott. This loss highlighted their ongoing issues, including a record sixth consecutive home game where they trailed by 20 points. Texans coach DeMeco Ryans praised the defense's energy and execution, which he credited for the game's momentum shift.