Cardinals End Five-Game Losing Streak, Create Quarterback Conundrum with 27-10 Triumph Over Cowboys in Dallas.

ARLINGTON, Texas – The Arizona Cardinals concluded a five-game losing streak Monday night, securing a decisive 27-10 victory over the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium on Monday Night Football. The win, a significant upset, not only halted Arizona’s recent skid but also ignited a notable quarterback controversy within the Cardinals’ locker room, raising questions about the team’s future direction under center.

The contest, played on November 3, 2025, saw the Cardinals deliver an impressive performance against a struggling Cowboys squad. While the final moments of the game showed glimpses of Arizona’s earlier-season struggles to close out leads, the team ultimately maintained control, preventing a fourth-quarter collapse reminiscent of previous outings. For the Cardinals, the victory improved their season record to 3-5, injecting a much-needed morale boost and sparking critical discussions among the coaching staff.

Game Overview and Key Moments

The Cardinals established an early advantage, showcasing an offensive rhythm that had been largely absent during their five-game losing streak. Despite some late-game nervy moments that evoked memories of prior blown leads, Arizona held firm, denying the Cowboys any real opportunity for a comeback. A critical play in the fourth quarter saw Dallas running back Javonte Williams fumble with 4:34 remaining, effectively sealing the Cardinals’ victory and extinguishing the Cowboys’ last flickering hopes.

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For the Dallas Cowboys, the 27-10 defeat marked a continuation of their recent struggles, dropping their record to 3-5-1. The loss was characterized by defensive vulnerabilities and offensive inefficiencies, leaving the team with a challenging path forward in the NFC playoff picture.

Cardinals: A Quarterback Dilemma Emerges

The most profound impact of Monday night’s game for the Arizona Cardinals was the undeniable emergence of a quarterback dilemma. Kyler Murray, the team’s established starter, is currently playing under a substantial $230.5 million contract, yet the Cardinals’ offense has displayed a marked improvement in efficiency and statistical output with backup Jacoby Brissett at the helm.

Brissett, making his third start of the season, delivered another productive performance, throwing for an estimated 248 yards and two touchdowns without an interception. This outing brings his impressive tally to six touchdowns against just one interception in his three starts. Significantly, Brissett now holds the top three passing yardage performances for the Cardinals this season. Under his guidance, the Arizona offense has surpassed 300 total yards in three consecutive games, a mark they achieved only once in the first five games when Murray was the starter.

The statistical disparities and the tangible improvement in offensive flow under Brissett present a complex decision for the Cardinals’ coaching staff. While Murray is the high-profile incumbent, Brissett’s recent play has demonstrably elevated the team’s offensive capabilities, forcing a difficult choice between contractual obligation and on-field production.

Beyond the quarterback, several Cardinals players delivered standout performances. Rookie wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. set a new career high with seven receptions for 96 yards. His impact was immediate, securing eight targets and 80 receiving yards in the first half alone, his most productive opening half since Week 2 of the previous season.

Tight end Trey McBride also showcased a strong connection with Brissett. With his touchdown reception on Monday night, McBride has now recorded four receiving touchdowns in the three career games Brissett has started. This stands in stark contrast to his five receiving touchdowns across 39 career games with Kyler Murray as the starting quarterback, further highlighting the offensive synergy under Brissett.

The Cardinals’ victory, while significant, places them at 3-5, still facing an uphill battle in the NFC West. Their next challenge will be a divisional road game against the Seattle Seahawks, scheduled for 4:05 p.m. ET on CBS. The outcome of that contest, coupled with the impending quarterback decision, will be crucial in defining the remainder of Arizona’s season.

Cowboys: Playoff Hopes Dimmed by Defensive and Offensive Woes

For the Dallas Cowboys, the 27-10 loss to the Cardinals deepened concerns about their playoff aspirations. With a 3-5-1 record, their path to the postseason appears increasingly narrow. They face a significant deficit in the NFC East standings behind the Philadelphia Eagles (6-2) and have incurred critical tiebreaking losses against potential wild-card contenders such as Chicago, Carolina, and now Arizona.

The Cowboys’ defensive unit continued to struggle, particularly against the pass, with backup quarterback Jacoby Brissett effectively dissecting their secondary. Entering Week 9, Dallas possessed the league’s worst third-down defense, allowing opponents to convert 52.4% of the time. This vulnerability was fully exposed by the Cardinals, who converted an alarming seven of nine third-down opportunities in the first half alone. This marks the sixth time in nine games that the Cowboys have permitted at least seven third-down conversions in a single contest, indicating a systemic issue that has plagued the team throughout the season. Speculation regarding potential trade deadline acquisitions to bolster the defense remains high, though the immediate impact of any such moves would be uncertain.

Offensively, the Cowboys were equally ineffective. The team failed to score a touchdown on two separate goal-to-go possessions and ultimately found the end zone only once throughout the entire game. This marked a stark contrast to their usual high-scoring performances at AT&T Stadium, where they had averaged over 40 points per game prior to Monday night.

First-quarter offensive struggles continued for Dallas, as they were held scoreless in the opening frame for the third time this season, a statistic tied for the most in the NFL with the New Orleans Saints. Their initial drive against Arizona stalled dramatically at the Cardinals’ 7-yard line after an promising start. A negative run, a dropped pass, and a goal-to-go sack of quarterback Dak Prescott on fourth down epitomized their red zone inefficiency.

The turning point for the Cowboys occurred in the second quarter. After a blocked punt by Sam Williams was recovered in the end zone for a touchdown by Marshawn Kneeland, cutting Arizona’s lead to 10-7, the Cowboys’ defense failed to capitalize on the momentum shift. The Cardinals responded immediately with an 11-play, 74-yard drive, culminating in a 1-yard quarterback keeper by Jacoby Brissett with 49 seconds left in the half, restoring a 10-point advantage (20-10) at halftime. This outcome reinforced a troubling trend for Dallas: under Dak Prescott as the starter, the team now holds a 1-19 record when trailing by 10 or more points at halftime.

The Cowboys are now faced with the unenviable task of sitting on this disappointing performance through their upcoming bye week. Their next scheduled game is a Monday night matchup against the Las Vegas Raiders on November 17, at 8:15 p.m. ET, providing a lengthy period for reflection and scrutiny following a demoralizing defeat.