Cowboys and Packers Play to Thrilling 40–40 Tie as Micah Parsons Returns to Dallas

In one of the most dramatic games of the young NFL season, the Dallas Cowboys and Green Bay Packers fought to an unforgettable 40–40 tie on Sunday night. The matchup carried extra weight as it marked Micah Parsons’ first game back in Dallas since being traded to Green Bay just a month ago — and he made his presence felt all evening.

First Half: Defense and Big Plays Set the Tone

The Packers struck first with an impressive opening drive, as Jordan Love went a perfect 5-for-5 and found the end zone. But the Cowboys immediately turned the momentum around with a rare special teams gem — Markquese Bell scooped up a blocked extra point and ran it all the way back for two points.

Dallas’ defense stepped up again shortly after, forcing a fumble that Dak Prescott quickly turned into points, hitting George Pickens for a touchdown strike. Prescott later capped off another drive with a rushing score, sending Dallas into the locker room leading 16–13.

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Second Half: A True Heavyweight Fight

The third quarter belonged to Green Bay’s ground game, with Josh Jacobs muscling in for a short touchdown to give the Packers the lead. But Prescott and the Cowboys refused to back down. A quick response drive saw Prescott connect with tight end Jake Ferguson, putting Dallas back on top heading into the fourth quarter.

The final period was a roller coaster. Jacobs powered in his second touchdown of the night, giving Green Bay the edge once more, before Dallas strung together a 14-play, 62-yard drive. Running back Javonte Williams finished it off with a direct-snap score, putting the Cowboys up 30–27 with just minutes remaining.

But Jordan Love and the Packers had one more answer, moving into range for a clutch 53-yard field goal to tie the game and force overtime.

Overtime Drama Ends Even

Green Bay won the overtime toss and mounted a scoring drive, but Dallas answered with a field goal of its own. Neither team could break the deadlock after that, and the game ended tied at 40 apiece — a rare result that left both teams with mixed emotions.

Key Takeaways

• Dak Prescott showcased poise and playmaking ability, accounting for multiple touchdowns through the air and on the ground.

• George Pickens and Jake Ferguson were reliable targets, helping keep drives alive.

• The Cowboys’ defense, even without Parsons for most of the past month, showed grit by forcing turnovers at key moments.

• Green Bay proved resilient, with Love and Jacobs delivering big plays when it mattered most.

While ties are often unsatisfying, this game may feel like a small win for Dallas considering the circumstances — particularly with Parsons now back to anchor the defense moving forward.