Jalen Tolbert’s Incredible Catch Ranks 3rd Toughest in Next Gen Stats Era
Dallas Cowboys Prepare for Showdown Against New York Jets at MetLife Stadium
Dallas Cowboys Set to Face New York Jets in Week 5
Following an eventful Week 4, the Dallas Cowboys are looking to regain momentum as they head to MetLife Stadium. There, they will take on the New York Jets, a team that has surprisingly not lost at home to the Cowboys since 2003. Both teams, led by rookie head coaches Brian Schottenheimer and Aaron Glenn, respectively, are in search of crucial wins. Here’s what to expect ahead of the Noon CT Sunday kickoff on FOX.
Overtime Challenges for Dallas Cowboys
The Dallas Cowboys have found themselves in overtime twice this season, against the Giants in Week 2 and the Packers in Week 4. Remarkably, this isn’t new territory for Dallas, marking only the fourth instance the team has played multiple overtime games at home in a single season. The last time this occurred was back in 2014.
Stats Show: Cowboys Dominating Offense, Struggling Defense
An intriguing statistic reveals the Dallas Cowboys lead the NFL in total yards per game on offense, averaging a whopping 404.3 yards. However, the flip side is that their defense is allowing an average of 420.5 yards per game, placing them last in this category. This unique duality parallels with the 2022 Detroit Lions, who faced a similar situation entering Week 5.
Unlikely Completions and Impressive Performances
- Dak Prescott’s 34-yard pass to Jalen Tolbert in overtime was a remarkable feat, with just a 7.2% possibility of completion according to NFL Next Gen Stats. Only two other completions since 2017 have had lower odds.
- George Pickens continues to impress with touchdowns in his last three games, accumulating 300 receiving yards and four touchdowns, leading the team in both categories.
- Jake Ferguson’s remarkable 34 receptions sets him ahead of any NFL tight end through four games in history. He might surpass the five-game mark with just eight more catches.
Consistent Running Game Amid New Challenges
Despite lineup changes, the Cowboys have consistently rushed at least 100 yards in every game this season. They join the exclusive company of the Bills, Broncos, and Buccaneers who share this feat. The last time Dallas had such a streak was in 2016.
Dak Prescott’s Pursuit of Excellence and Records
Quarterback Dak Prescott has been outstanding, completing over 70% of his passes in each of the last three games. He stands with legends like Drew Brees, Kirk Cousins, and Patrick Mahomes in achieving this remarkable performance. As Prescott aims for more accolades, he is closing in on second place for all-time passing yards in Cowboys history, needing just 386 yards to surpass Troy Aikman.
Struggles Continue for New York Jets
The New York Jets are off to a challenging start this season with a 0-4 record. They currently hold the NFL’s worst turnover margin at -7, joining an unfortunate list of teams since 1970 who have experienced similar turnover woes without takeaways.
Rookie Head Coaches Facing Tough Beginnings
In the 2025 NFL season, the five new head coaches have collectively registered a 6-13-1 record, a glimpse of the challenges that first-time head coaches face. Notably, no Jets head coach has ever started 0-5 during their inaugural season. Should Brian Schottenheimer’s offensive strategies succeed, he could become the first rookie head coach since Sean Payton in 2006 to lead a team to the top of the offense rankings.
