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Why Cowboys got NFL Week 1 primetime slot even after 7-9-1 season
TL;DR
The Dallas Cowboys will kick off the 2026 NFL season in a primetime slot against the New York Giants, despite a 7-9-1 record last season. This decision reflects the Cowboys' stronger performance compared to the Giants, who finished with a 4-13 record.
Key points
- Dallas Cowboys will open the 2026 NFL season
- They play against the New York Giants
- Cowboys had a 7-9-1 record last season
- Giants finished with a 4-13 record
- League announced the primetime slot decision
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The Dallas Cowboys will open the 2026 NFL season on Sunday Night Football in Week 1 against the New York Giants.
The league announced that news on Monday, and it's not shocking, despite last season's records.
The Cowboys were the better of the two teams, at 7-9-1. The Giants were 4-13.
It doesn't matter, though.
This is how it works for the Cowboys.
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Why are the Cowboys on Week 1 Sunday Night Football?
The Cowboys are still a marquee brand.
They're known as "America's Team" for a reason, even if it annoys anyone who isn't a Dallas fan.
This is how Sports Illustrated's Albert Breer explained it in a post on X after the schedule announcement on Monday:
For whatever it's worth, both the Cowboys and Giants will have hope that 2026 can be better. Dallas has added to its defense to supplement its high-powered offense, while New York is hoping can lead them to big things in his second season.
Q&A
Why did the Cowboys get a primetime slot for NFL Week 1 2026?
The Cowboys earned the primetime slot due to their better performance last season, finishing with a 7-9-1 record compared to the Giants' 4-13.
What was the Cowboys' record last season?
The Dallas Cowboys finished the previous season with a record of 7 wins, 9 losses, and 1 tie.
Who are the Cowboys playing in Week 1 of the 2026 NFL season?
The Dallas Cowboys will face the New York Giants in Week 1 of the 2026 NFL season.
