Cowboys Stun Eagles 24-21 in Historic Comeback at AT&T Stadium

When the Philadelphia Eagles took a 21-0 lead over the Dallas Cowboys in the first half of their Week 12 showdown on Sunday, November 23, 2025, AT&T Stadium, few expected the script to flip so dramatically. But by the final whistle, the Cowboys had completed one of the most improbable turnarounds of the 2025 NFL season — a 24-21 victory that erased not just a 21-point deficit, but also the Eagles’ four-game winning streak and any lingering doubts about their resilience.

The Collapse That No One Saw Coming

The Eagles, riding a wave of momentum and boasting an 8-2 record, looked every bit the division frontrunner in the first half. Their defense stifled Dak Prescott and the Cowboys’ offense, forcing three punts and a turnover. Jalen Hurts found open receivers with ease, and the Philadelphia offense moved with surgical precision. At halftime, it felt like a coronation — the Eagles were dominating, and the Cowboys were unraveling.

Then, everything changed.

It started with a single play: Prescott’s 7-yard touchdown pass to CeeDee Lamb with 1:23 left in the third quarter. That score cut the lead to 21-7. What followed wasn’t just a rally — it was a masterclass in composure under pressure. The Cowboys’ defense, long criticized for its vulnerability in the secondary, tightened up. They held the Eagles to three consecutive three-and-outs. And when Prescott led a 14-play, 8-minute drive in the fourth quarter — capped by a 1-yard sneak to take the lead — the stadium erupted. The Eagles, who had spent the entire game controlling tempo, suddenly looked rattled.

Why the Cowboys Pulled It Off

Turns out, the Dallas Cowboys had been quietly rebuilding. Midseason addition Quinnen Williams, the veteran defensive tackle signed in October, transformed their interior line. Against the Eagles’ power-running game, Williams clogged lanes and freed up linebackers to flow to the ball. The Cowboys didn’t shut down Hurts — they forced him into mistakes. Two key sacks and a critical pass breakup on third down late in the fourth quarter were the difference.

And then there was Prescott. He threw for 289 yards, two touchdowns, and zero interceptions — his best performance since Week 5. His decision-making was flawless under duress. "We knew we were down, but we never felt out of it," Prescott said postgame. "This team has heart. We’ve got guys who believe, even when no one else does."

Even the betting markets had seen it coming — sort of. Action Network’s NFL analyst had recommended Cowboys +3.5 (-115) just hours before kickoff, citing Dallas’ zone-heavy coverage as the perfect counter to Hurts’ inconsistent deep passing. "The Eagles’ passing game is a liability," the analyst wrote. "They’ll win with the run and defense. But if Dallas keeps it close, Prescott will find a way."

The Fallout: Eagles’ Streak Ends, Cowboys’ Season Shifts

The loss dropped the Eagles to 8-3, snapping their four-game win streak and leaving them tied with the New York Giants for first place in the NFC East. Their offense, which had averaged 31.4 points per game over the previous four weeks, managed just 21 against a defense that had been giving up 27.3 points per game entering the contest.

For the Cowboys, the win was monumental. At 5-5-1, they were on the brink of playoff elimination just two weeks ago. Now, they’ve won back-to-back games for the first time in 2025 — a psychological turning point. "This isn’t just a win," said head coach Mike McCarthy. "This is a statement. We’re not just hanging on anymore. We’re taking over."

Historically, the Eagles had dominated this rivalry. In their last five meetings, Philadelphia had outscored Dallas 140-89. But on this night, the script flipped. The Cowboys’ offense, once considered too reliant on Prescott’s arm, now looked balanced — 142 rushing yards, 118 receiving yards from Lamb and Amari Cooper, and a defense that held the Eagles to 3.8 yards per play in the second half.

What’s Next?

The Eagles host the Washington Commanders next week, a team they’ve beaten twice this season. But questions now linger: Can Hurts regain his rhythm? Will the offensive line protect him better against aggressive fronts? And can their secondary — which gave up three big plays in the fourth quarter — hold up against elite passing attacks?

For Dallas, the path forward is clearer. They face the Arizona Cardinals at home, then travel to face the Los Angeles Rams in a critical two-game stretch. If they win both, they’ll be back in the playoff conversation. And with Prescott playing the best football of his career, they’re no longer just hoping to sneak in — they’re ready to fight for it.

Why This Game Matters Beyond the Box Score

This wasn’t just a win for the Cowboys. It was a validation. After years of being labeled "talented but inconsistent," they proved they can win ugly — under pressure, on the road, against the league’s best. The Eagles, meanwhile, were reminded that even the most dominant teams can be vulnerable when they stop believing in their own momentum.

It’s also a reminder that in the NFL, no lead is safe. Not even 21 points. Not even against the best defense in the NFC. The game’s final drive — eight minutes, 14 plays, zero timeouts used — was a clinic in clock management and mental toughness. The Cowboys didn’t just win. They outlasted.