Takeaways: Cowboys Overpower Commanders 44–22

For the first time this season, the Dallas Cowboys didn’t just win — they imposed their will.

From quarterback Dak Prescott’s great day to DaRon Bland’s timely pick-six, Sunday’s 44–22 blowout of the Washington Commanders felt like a long-awaited statement from a team still figuring out its identity.

Prescott paced Dallas with three touchdowns and 264 passing yards. He spread connected with CeeDee Lamb, George Pickens, and Jake Ferguson for touchdowns. Lamb caught a jaw-dropping 74-yard score. Javonte Williams contolled things on the ground, ripping off gains between the tackles.

“It was great,” Prescott said of the team’s offense. “It was explosive and fun. Our standards and expectations for ourselves is very high, so we understand the playmakers and the offensive line we have. When you do that, I think more of our games will look like this.”

Here are three takeaways from Dallas’ win over Washington:

Dak in Command

Prescott’s line — 264 yards, three touchdowns — only tells part of the story. He played with poise, confidence, and precision rarely seen since the 2022 season.

“I’m a very present guy,” Prescott said. “I take pride in doing that and it takes practice. Going through my reads and we’ve got multiple playmakers… where ever the ball goes, I’m confident the play will be made.”