The Dallas Cowboys have ended a troubling defensive streak by limiting the New York Giants to just a field goal on their opening drive in Week 4. This improvement came after the Cowboys' defense had struggled against the New Orleans Saints and Baltimore Ravens, allowing touchdowns on their first eight drives.

Controversy arose when officials mistakenly penalized Giants tight end Daniel Bellinger for a facemask, which should have been called on Cowboys linebacker DeMarvion Overshown. This erroneous call pushed the Giants back and ultimately led to a field goal instead of a potential touchdown.