Green Bay Packers vs Dallas Cowboys Match Player Stats
The Green Bay Packers vs Dallas Cowboys match player stats from September 28, 2025, tell the story of one of the most unusual games of the NFL season. The Packers and Cowboys finished 40-40 after overtime at AT&T Stadium, producing a game filled with explosive passing, efficient rushing, defensive pressure, late scoring drives, and a dramatic final field goal. The official NFL record confirms that Green Bay finished with 489 total yards compared with Dallas’s 436, while both teams scored five touchdowns.
The final score alone does not explain how this game unfolded. Green Bay controlled much of the early structure, Dallas responded with a 16-point second quarter, and both offenses accelerated during a wild fourth quarter. Overtime produced one field goal from each team before Brandon McManus converted a 34-yard kick with time expiring to make it 40-40.
For readers searching for a complete player-by-player breakdown, this article examines the passing, rushing, receiving, defensive, kicking, return, and team statistics that shaped the tie.
Green Bay Packers vs Dallas Cowboys Match Player Stats Overview
The matchup was played on September 28, 2025, during Week 4 of the NFL regular season at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. The game ended in a 40-40 tie after overtime.
| Category | Green Bay Packers | Dallas Cowboys |
| Final Score | 40 | 40 |
| Record After Game | 2-1-1 | 1-2-1 |
| Total Yards | 489 | 436 |
| Passing Yards | 325 net | 319 |
| Rushing Yards | 164 | 117 |
| Offensive Plays | 79 | 67 |
| First Downs | 32 | 26 |
| Third Down | 10/14 | 4/11 |
| Touchdowns | 5 | 5 |
| Rushing TDs | 2 | 2 |
| Passing TDs | 3 | 3 |
| Turnovers Lost | 1 | 0 |
| Time of Possession | 35:33 | 34:27 |
| Field Goals | 2/2 | 1/1 |
The numbers reveal an important difference between the two teams. Dallas scored 40 points despite producing 53 fewer total yards. Green Bay’s offense generated more sustained production, while Dallas repeatedly created high-value plays through the passing game.
The official NFL team statistics show Green Bay converting 10 of 14 third downs, an excellent 71.4 percent rate. Dallas converted only 4 of 11, or 36.4 percent. Green Bay also had 32 first downs compared with 26 for Dallas.
That makes the tie particularly interesting. Green Bay generally moved the chains more consistently, while Dallas remained dangerous enough to match the Packers on the scoreboard.
Final Score and Quarter-by-Quarter Breakdown
The scoring pattern changed dramatically from quarter to quarter.
| Quarter | Packers | Cowboys |
| Q1 | 7 | 0 |
| Q2 | 6 | 16 |
| Q3 | 7 | 7 |
| Q4 | 17 | 14 |
| OT | 3 | 3 |
| Final | 40 | 40 |
Green Bay opened the game with a 7-0 advantage and held Dallas scoreless in the first quarter.
The Cowboys then reversed the momentum in the second quarter, scoring 16 points while Green Bay added six. That gave Dallas a 16-13 halftime lead.
The third quarter was even at seven points apiece, leaving Dallas ahead 23-20.
The fourth quarter became the defining period. Green Bay scored 17 points, Dallas scored 14, and the teams entered overtime tied at 37.
Dallas struck first in overtime with a 22-yard field goal from Brandon Aubrey. Green Bay answered with Brandon McManus’s 34-yard field goal as time expired, producing the 40-40 final.
Jordan Love Passing Performance
Jordan Love was one of the most important players in the game for Green Bay.
He completed 31 of 43 passes for 337 yards, averaging 7.8 yards per attempt. He threw three touchdown passes without an interception and finished with a 118.1 passer rating.
His listed QBR was 62.7.
Jordan Love Passing Stats
| Statistic | Jordan Love |
| Completions | 31 |
| Attempts | 43 |
| Completion Rate | 72.1% |
| Passing Yards | 337 |
| Yards per Attempt | 7.8 |
| Passing TDs | 3 |
| Interceptions | 0 |
| Sacks | 1 |
| Sack Yards | 12 |
| Passer Rating | 118.1 |
| QBR | 62.7 |
Love’s 31 completions represented a large share of Green Bay’s offensive output. His ability to avoid interceptions was especially important in a game where Dallas repeatedly had opportunities to create pressure.
The one sack cost Green Bay 12 yards, but it did not prevent the Packers from producing 489 total yards.
Love also contributed as a runner. He carried the ball three times for 28 yards, averaging 9.3 yards per carry. His longest run went for 25 yards.
That rushing contribution matters because it shows how Green Bay’s offense was not completely dependent on traditional running backs.
Dak Prescott Passing Performance
Dak Prescott matched Love’s completion total while doing so on fewer attempts.
Prescott completed 31 of 40 passes for 319 yards. He averaged 8.0 yards per attempt and threw three touchdowns without an interception.
His passer rating was 124.9, higher than Love’s 118.1.
Dak Prescott Passing Stats
| Statistic | Dak Prescott |
| Completions | 31 |
| Attempts | 40 |
| Completion Rate | 77.5% |
| Passing Yards | 319 |
| Yards per Attempt | 8.0 |
| Passing TDs | 3 |
| Interceptions | 0 |
| Sacks | 1 |
| Sack Yards | 0 |
| Passer Rating | 124.9 |
| QBR | 93.7 |
Prescott’s 77.5 percent completion rate was one of the clearest signs of Dallas’s passing efficiency.
The Cowboys did not need as many offensive plays as Green Bay. Dallas ran 67 offensive plays compared with Green Bay’s 79, yet still reached 40 points.
That is a major distinction when evaluating this game. Green Bay was more productive in volume, while Dallas was highly efficient when it generated opportunities.
Josh Jacobs Leads the Green Bay Ground Game
Josh Jacobs led the Packers’ rushing attack with 22 carries for 86 yards.
He averaged 3.9 yards per carry and scored two touchdowns. His longest run was 19 yards.
Josh Jacobs Rushing Stats
| Statistic | Value |
| Carries | 22 |
| Rushing Yards | 86 |
| Average | 3.9 |
| Touchdowns | 2 |
| Long Run | 19 yards |
Jacobs was also valuable as a receiver.
He caught four passes for 71 yards, averaging 17.8 yards per reception. His receiving total was significant because it added another 71 yards to his overall offensive contribution.
Combining his rushing and receiving numbers, Jacobs accounted for 157 yards from scrimmage.
That makes him one of the most complete offensive contributors in the matchup.
Emanuel Wilson Adds Efficiency
Emanuel Wilson carried the ball eight times for 44 yards.
His 5.5-yard average was higher than Jacobs’s 3.9-yard mark, although Jacobs handled substantially more volume.
Wilson also caught three passes for 37 yards.
His combined rushing and receiving production reached 81 yards, giving Green Bay another useful outlet in the backfield.
The contrast between Jacobs and Wilson is worth noting. Jacobs provided volume and touchdown production, while Wilson provided efficient yardage on a smaller workload.
Jordan Love’s Rushing Contribution
Love’s three carries produced 28 yards.
That included a 25-yard long run, which was one of Green Bay’s most significant rushing gains.
The play demonstrated the value of quarterback mobility in extending the effectiveness of an offense. Even a small number of carries can substantially influence total production when one results in a major gain.
Green Bay’s complete rushing total was 164 yards on 35 attempts, an average of 4.7 yards per carry.
Javonte Williams Leads Dallas in Rushing
Javonte Williams was Dallas’s leading rusher.
He carried the ball 20 times for 85 yards, averaging 4.3 yards per attempt and scoring one touchdown.
His longest run went for 13 yards.
Javonte Williams Rushing Stats
| Statistic | Value |
| Carries | 20 |
| Rushing Yards | 85 |
| Average | 4.3 |
| Touchdowns | 1 |
| Long Run | 13 yards |
Williams accounted for most of Dallas’s rushing workload.
The Cowboys finished with 117 rushing yards on 26 carries, averaging 4.5 yards per attempt.
That production was solid, but Green Bay’s 164 rushing yards represented a clear advantage.
Dallas Running Back Contributions
Dallas received additional rushing production from several players.
Ryan Flournoy had one carry for 12 yards, producing a strong 12.0-yard average.
Miles Sanders carried twice for eight yards.
Hunter Luepke recorded one carry for six yards.
KaVontae Turpin carried once for four yards.
Prescott added two rushing yards on one carry and scored a rushing touchdown.
The Dallas rushing attack therefore had more than one contributor, but Williams remained the central ball carrier.
Romeo Doubs Was Green Bay’s Touchdown Machine
Romeo Doubs delivered the most striking receiving touchdown performance for Green Bay.
He caught six passes for 58 yards and scored three touchdowns on eight targets.
His average was 9.7 yards per reception, with a long reception of 18 yards.
Romeo Doubs Receiving Stats
| Statistic | Value |
| Receptions | 6 |
| Targets | 8 |
| Receiving Yards | 58 |
| Average | 9.7 |
| Touchdowns | 3 |
| Long Reception | 18 yards |
The most important part of Doubs’s stat line is not his yardage total. It is his touchdown efficiency.
Three touchdowns on six catches meant that half of his receptions resulted in scores.
That is an unusually high touchdown concentration and helps explain how Green Bay reached 40 points without having one receiver approach 100 receiving yards.
George Pickens Dominates for Dallas
George Pickens was Dallas’s biggest receiving threat.
He caught eight passes for 134 yards and scored two touchdowns on 11 targets.
His average was 16.8 yards per reception, and his longest reception went for 28 yards.
George Pickens Receiving Stats
| Statistic | Value |
| Receptions | 8 |
| Targets | 11 |
| Receiving Yards | 134 |
| Average | 16.8 |
| Touchdowns | 2 |
| Long Reception | 28 yards |
Pickens was the clearest example of Dallas’s explosive passing strategy.
His 134 yards represented more than 40 percent of Prescott’s passing yardage.
The Cowboys could repeatedly create scoring opportunities by giving Prescott a high-impact vertical target.
The contrast between Pickens and Doubs is one of the best examples of how receiving statistics can tell different stories.
Pickens was Dallas’s explosive yardage leader.
Doubs was Green Bay’s touchdown specialist.
Both were central to their team’s 40-point output.
Green Bay Receiving Distribution
Green Bay’s passing attack was spread across multiple players.
| Player | Rec. | Yards | Avg. | TD | Targets |
| Romeo Doubs | 6 | 58 | 9.7 | 3 | 8 |
| Josh Jacobs | 4 | 71 | 17.8 | 0 | 4 |
| Matthew Golden | 5 | 58 | 11.6 | 0 | 6 |
| Tucker Kraft | 5 | 56 | 11.2 | 0 | 5 |
| Emanuel Wilson | 3 | 37 | 12.3 | 0 | 3 |
| Savion Williams | 3 | 22 | 7.3 | 0 | 3 |
| Dontayvion Wicks | 2 | 19 | 9.5 | 0 | 4 |
| Malik Heath | 1 | 9 | 9.0 | 0 | 1 |
| Luke Musgrave | 1 | 6 | 6.0 | 0 | 1 |
| Chris Brooks | 1 | 1 | 1.0 | 0 | 1 |
One of the most interesting names in this table is Jacobs.
His four catches produced 71 yards, meaning his receiving average was actually higher than that of Doubs, Golden, or Kraft.
Matthew Golden also contributed five receptions for 58 yards, while Tucker Kraft produced five receptions for 56 yards.
This distribution made Green Bay difficult to defend because the offense did not rely exclusively on one high-volume receiver.
Dallas Receiving Distribution
Dallas had a similarly broad distribution, but Pickens clearly stood above the rest.
| Player | Rec. | Yards | Avg. | TD | Targets |
| George Pickens | 8 | 134 | 16.8 | 2 | 11 |
| Jalen Tolbert | 4 | 61 | 15.3 | 0 | 6 |
| Jake Ferguson | 7 | 40 | 5.7 | 1 | 7 |
| KaVontae Turpin | 3 | 30 | 10.0 | 0 | 4 |
| Miles Sanders | 2 | 17 | 8.5 | 0 | 2 |
| Javonte Williams | 3 | 15 | 5.0 | 0 | 3 |
| Ryan Flournoy | 2 | 14 | 7.0 | 0 | 2 |
| Luke Schoonmaker | 2 | 8 | 4.0 | 0 | 2 |
Jalen Tolbert was particularly effective on a per-catch basis.
His four receptions generated 61 yards, giving him a 15.3-yard average.
Jake Ferguson, meanwhile, provided consistent short-to-intermediate production with seven receptions for 40 yards and one touchdown.
Green Bay’s Defensive Leaders
Quay Walker led Green Bay with 11 total tackles, including six solo tackles.
Evan Williams followed with 10 total tackles, including five solo tackles.
The Packers recorded one sack, credited to Micah Parsons, who also registered two quarterback hits.
Green Bay Defensive Statistics
| Category | Result |
| Total Tackles | 75 |
| Solo Tackles | 40 |
| Sacks | 1 |
| Tackles for Loss | 1 |
| Pass Defenses | 4 |
| QB Hits | 4 |
| Interceptions | 0 |
The defensive numbers present a mixed picture.
Green Bay generated four quarterback hits and limited Dallas to 117 rushing yards, but Prescott still completed 31 passes and produced three touchdowns.
The Packers also allowed 40 points.
Micah Parsons’s postgame comments captured the defensive frustration. He described allowing 40 points as unacceptable, emphasizing the gap between Green Bay’s defensive expectations and the final result.
Dallas Defensive Leaders
Jack Sanborn led Dallas with 11 total tackles, including six solo tackles.
Kenneth Murray Jr. recorded eight total tackles, with four solo tackles.
Dante Fowler Jr. led the Cowboys in sacks with one.
Dallas Defensive Statistics
| Category | Result |
| Total Tackles | 83 |
| Solo Tackles | 52 |
| Sacks | 1 |
| Tackles for Loss | 5 |
| Pass Defenses | 1 |
| QB Hits | 4 |
| Interceptions | 0 |
Dallas produced more total tackles than Green Bay, 83 to 75.
It also recorded five tackles for loss compared with Green Bay’s one.
However, those defensive statistics did not translate into a decisive advantage because Green Bay consistently converted third downs.
The Third-Down Difference
One of the most revealing statistics in the game was third-down efficiency.
Green Bay converted 10 of 14 third-down attempts.
Dallas converted only four of 11.
That means Green Bay converted approximately 71.4 percent of its third downs, while Dallas converted approximately 36.4 percent.
This is a major reason Green Bay generated 32 first downs and ran 79 offensive plays.
The Packers were able to extend drives.
Dallas was more dependent on explosive plays and red-zone execution.
That distinction provides a better explanation for the game than simply looking at total yardage.
Red-Zone Efficiency
Both teams were highly effective once they reached scoring territory.
Green Bay went 5-for-6 in the red zone, an 83 percent success rate.
Dallas went 4-for-5, an 80 percent success rate.
Green Bay also went 3-for-3 in goal-to-go situations.
Dallas went 2-for-3 in goal-to-go situations.
These numbers explain why the teams reached 40 points despite their differences in offensive style.
Neither offense consistently wasted red-zone opportunities.
Turnovers Were Almost Nonexistent
The game featured only one lost fumble.
Jordan Love recorded one fumble, which Green Bay lost.
Dallas did not lose a fumble.
Neither team recorded an interception.
That produced a significant turnover advantage for Dallas.
Yet the Cowboys still could not turn that advantage into a victory.
This is another important lesson from the game. Turnovers can influence field position and scoring opportunities, but they do not automatically determine the winner when both offenses are operating at such a high level.
Special Teams Performance
Brandon McManus was perfect on field goals.
He converted two of two attempts, including a 53-yard field goal, and finished with 10 points.
He made four of five extra points.
The missed extra point mattered because Green Bay’s final score included five touchdowns but only four successful extra points.
Brandon Aubrey converted his only field goal attempt for Dallas, a 22-yarder.
He also made all five of his extra points.
Aubrey finished with eight points.
The final overtime sequence ultimately belonged to McManus, who converted the 34-yard field goal that ended the game at 40-40.
Kick Return Comparison
Dallas had a major advantage in kickoff returns.
KaVontae Turpin returned six kickoffs for 175 yards, averaging 29.2 yards per return.
His longest return was 45 yards.
Green Bay’s Bo Melton led the Packers with two kick returns for 60 yards, averaging 30.0 yards per return.
Savion Williams added one return for 24 yards.
Kick Return Totals
| Team | Returns | Yards | Average |
| Packers | 3 | 84 | 28.0 |
| Cowboys | 6 | 175 | 29.2 |
Dallas’s advantage in return volume helped create additional field-position opportunities.
However, the Cowboys did not record a punt return, while Green Bay returned three punts for 16 yards.
Punting Statistics
Daniel Whelan punted twice for Green Bay.
He produced 83 total yards, averaging 41.5 yards per punt, with two punts placed inside the 20-yard line.
Bryan Anger punted four times for Dallas.
He produced 190 total yards, averaging 47.5 yards per punt, with one punt inside the 20.
The difference in punt volume is another indication that Green Bay sustained more offensive drives.
Green Bay needed only two punts.
Dallas needed four.
What the Total Yardage Really Says
Green Bay produced 489 total yards.
Dallas produced 436.
That is a 53-yard advantage for the Packers.
Green Bay also had:
- 32 first downs to Dallas’s 26
- 79 offensive plays to Dallas’s 67
- 164 rushing yards to Dallas’s 117
- 10 third-down conversions to Dallas’s four
Yet both teams scored exactly 40 points.
This is one of the strongest examples of why box-score analysis should go beyond total yardage.
Dallas compensated for lower volume with efficient passing and explosive receiving.
Green Bay compensated for its turnover with superior possession and drive sustainability.
The two approaches ultimately produced the same scoreboard result.
Passing Efficiency vs Offensive Volume
The quarterback comparison is particularly revealing.
Love:
- 31 completions
- 43 attempts
- 337 yards
- 3 touchdowns
- 0 interceptions
- 118.1 passer rating
Prescott:
- 31 completions
- 40 attempts
- 319 yards
- 3 touchdowns
- 0 interceptions
- 124.9 passer rating
Love attempted three more passes and produced 18 additional yards.
Prescott completed the same number of passes with three fewer attempts.
That gave Prescott the better completion percentage and passer rating.
From an efficiency perspective, Dallas’s quarterback was extremely effective.
From a volume perspective, Love produced slightly more passing yardage.
Neither quarterback threw an interception.
Why George Pickens Stands Out
If the question is which Dallas skill player created the biggest statistical mismatch, Pickens is the obvious answer.
- His 134 receiving yards were 42 percent of Prescott’s 319 passing yards.
- His two touchdowns also accounted for a large portion of Dallas’s passing production.
- His 16.8 yards per reception demonstrates that Dallas was not merely completing short passes.
The Cowboys consistently found ways to create explosive gains through Pickens.
That helped offset Green Bay’s advantages in rushing production and third-down conversion.
Why Romeo Doubs Stands Out
Doubs had the opposite statistical profile.
He did not produce massive yardage.
Instead, he delivered touchdowns.
His six receptions produced 58 yards, but three of those receptions resulted in touchdowns.
That made him exceptionally efficient as a scoring target.
The contrast between Pickens and Doubs is one of the best examples of how receiving statistics can tell different stories.
Pickens was Dallas’s explosive yardage leader.
Doubs was Green Bay’s touchdown specialist.
Both were central to their 40-point output.
A Closer Look at the 40-40 Tie
A tie is rare in the NFL, but this one was especially unusual because of the scoring volume.
The two teams combined for 80 points.
- Both scored 40.
- Both recorded five touchdowns.
- Both threw three touchdown passes.
- Both scored two rushing touchdowns.
- Both scored three points in overtime.
The result also demonstrated how closely matched the teams were despite the different statistical paths they took.
Most Important Player Takeaways
Several player performances deserve special attention.
Jordan Love
Love produced 337 passing yards and three touchdowns without an interception. His 28 rushing yards also added value.
Dak Prescott
Prescott delivered 319 passing yards and three touchdowns while completing 77.5 percent of his attempts. His 124.9 passer rating was excellent.
Josh Jacobs
Jacobs produced 86 rushing yards, two rushing touchdowns, and 71 receiving yards.
Javonte Williams
Williams carried the bulk of Dallas’s rushing workload, finishing with 85 yards and one touchdown.
Romeo Doubs
Doubs caught six passes for 58 yards and three touchdowns.
George Pickens
Pickens recorded 134 yards and two touchdowns on eight catches.
Quay Walker
Walker led Green Bay with 11 tackles.
Jack Sanborn
Sanborn led Dallas with 11 tackles.
Brandon McManus
McManus converted two field goals, including the decisive 34-yard overtime kick.
What This Game Teaches About NFL Player Stats
A detailed box score is more useful when the numbers are connected.
For example, looking only at rushing yards tells us that Green Bay had the better ground game.
- Looking at third-down conversions tells us why Green Bay maintained possession.
- Looking at receiving yards tells us why Pickens was so important to Dallas.
- Looking at touchdowns explains why Doubs had such a major impact despite modest yardage.
- Looking at quarterback efficiency explains why Prescott finished with a higher passer rating despite throwing for fewer yards.
This is the difference between reading statistics and understanding them.
How to Evaluate This Matchup Statistically
For anyone reviewing this game for fantasy football, betting research, historical analysis, or team evaluation, the most useful approach is to examine several categories together.
Start with quarterback efficiency.
Then compare rushing volume and efficiency.
Next, examine targets, receptions, yards per target, and touchdowns.
After that, evaluate third-down and red-zone performance.
Finally, look at turnovers, field position, and special teams.
This prevents one eye-catching statistic from creating a misleading conclusion.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the final score of the Packers vs Cowboys game in 2025?
The Green Bay Packers and Dallas Cowboys finished tied 40-40 after overtime on September 28, 2025.
Who was the Packers’ leading passer?
Jordan Love was Green Bay’s leading passer. He completed 31 of 43 attempts for 337 yards, three touchdowns, and no interceptions.
Who was the Cowboys’ leading passer?
Dak Prescott completed 31 of 40 passes for 319 yards, three touchdowns, and no interceptions.
Who led the Packers in rushing?
Josh Jacobs led Green Bay with 22 carries for 86 yards and two rushing touchdowns.
Who led the Cowboys in receiving?
George Pickens led Dallas with eight receptions for 134 yards and two touchdowns.
Which player scored three receiving touchdowns?
Romeo Doubs scored three receiving touchdowns for Green Bay on six receptions.
Conclusion
The Green Bay Packers and Dallas Cowboys produced a 40-40 overtime tie that cannot be fully explained by the final score alone.
Green Bay generated 489 total yards, 32 first downs, 164 rushing yards, and a remarkable 71.4 percent third-down conversion rate. Dallas generated fewer total yards but matched the Packers through efficient quarterback play, explosive receiving, strong return production, and excellent red-zone execution.
Jordan Love and Dak Prescott both threw for more than 300 yards and three touchdowns without an interception. Josh Jacobs delivered a balanced performance as both a runner and receiver. Javonte Williams led Dallas on the ground. Romeo Doubs scored three receiving touchdowns, while George Pickens produced 134 receiving yards and two touchdowns.
Defensively, Quay Walker and Jack Sanborn each led their respective teams with 11 tackles. Neither defense recorded an interception, and each team produced one sack.
The final overtime sequence provided the perfect ending to an unusual game. Dallas took a 40-37 lead with Brandon Aubrey’s 22-yard field goal, but Brandon McManus answered with a 34-yard kick to secure the 40-40 tie.
Ultimately, the statistics show two different offensive formulas producing the same result. Green Bay won the battle for volume, possession, first downs, rushing yards, and third-down efficiency. Dallas countered with passing efficiency, explosive receiving plays, and turnover-free football. That statistical balance is what made this matchup one of the most memorable games of the 2025 regular season.
